Clear Aligner Treatment
Clear aligner treatment provided by an orthodontic specialist who is an Invisalign Diamond Provider. With iTero digital scanning, you can preview your expected treatment outcome before getting started.
Straighten your teeth comfortably with Invisalign clear aligners.
This modern orthodontic method, where your teeth are scanned three-dimensionally in a digital environment, is nearly invisible in daily life and makes the treatment process much more comfortable. Every step is fully customized, and you can track the process digitally throughout treatment.
Every patient's oral structure, bone condition, expectations, and needs are different. That is why we plan the treatment process on a custom basis after a detailed evaluation, rather than using a standard template.
Before treatment, we thoroughly examine the current condition through clinical examination and necessary imaging. This allows us to make each stage of the process clearer, more controlled, and more predictable.
We value our patients being clearly informed about the process, stages, and possible details before starting treatment. Our goal is to make the decision-making process more understandable and reassuring.
We believe that the treatment process is about patient experience as well as clinical outcomes. That is why we prioritize regular follow-ups and patient comfort during the planning, application, and follow-up stages.
What is Invisalign clear aligner treatment?
Clear aligners (Invisalign) are custom-made invisible orthodontic appliances that allow you to straighten your teeth without the need for braces. Your teeth are digitally scanned, and based on these records, sets of aligners are prepared, each designed to make a specific movement. The aligners are nearly unnoticeable during the day, and thanks to their removable design, they can be easily taken out while eating or for special occasions. This way, both aesthetic appearance and everyday comfort are restored.
Yes. Since the aligners are made from clear thermoplastic material, they are nearly unnoticeable when viewed from the front while speaking and smiling.
For the best results, aligners need to be worn 20-22 hours per day. They are only removed while eating and consuming hot beverages.
Generally, no. Each new aligner may create a slight pressure sensation for the first day or two; this is a natural indication that the teeth are moving in a controlled manner.
See the result before you even start treatment with digital scanning.
iTero technology is one of the most important steps of clear aligner treatment. Your teeth are scanned three-dimensionally with a special camera system, and these records are transferred to a digital environment within seconds. This way:
- Your tooth structure is modeled with millimetric precision,
- The treatment process is planned entirely on a custom basis,
- A simulation shows you what your teeth will look like at the end of treatment.
This allows you to see both how long the treatment will take and the expected outcome before you even begin, so you can take the first step with confidence.
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Free Examination and Scanning
You visit our orthodontic specialist for an examination and receive a free digital scan at our clinic. At this stage, we show you the expected treatment outcome right from the start.
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step 2
Digital Orthodontic Planning
The orthodontic specialist creates a plan based on the digital impression data. The number of aligners and the treatment duration are finalized at this stage.
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step 3
Production and Aligner Delivery
The planned aligners are manufactured by Invisalign and shipped to our clinic. We then schedule your aligner delivery appointment and hand over your aligners.
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See What Invisalign Treatment Can Do
Doredent's founder, Invisalign Diamond Provider Orthodontist Merve Özkan Akagündüz, effectively treats a wide range of orthodontic problems with clear aligners.
Which Orthodontic Problems Are Treated with Invisalign?
Invisalign is an effective treatment method for a wide range of cases, from minor irregularities to advanced bite disorders. The main orthodontic problems treated with Invisalign at Doredent include:
Crowded teeth: overlapping or rotated positioning of teeth. Gap teeth (diastema): aesthetically bothersome spaces between teeth. Deep bite: excessive overlap of the upper teeth over the lower teeth. Open bite: front teeth not touching each other. Crossbite: upper teeth closing inside the lower teeth. Underbite: lower teeth positioned in front of the upper teeth.
Invisalign or Braces?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions by patients. Both methods provide effective orthodontic treatment but offer different advantages:
Invisalign is clear, removable, and comfortable, and it goes unnoticed in social and professional life. Being removable while eating and brushing makes oral hygiene easier. Follow-up appointments are less frequent and shorter.
Braces treatment, on the other hand, is fixed and therefore not dependent on patient compliance; the brackets work 24/7. For advanced jaw discrepancies and complex tooth movements, braces may be more effective.
At Doredent, our orthodontic specialist can apply both methods. The most suitable option for your case is determined together during the initial evaluation.
Relapse Correction with Invisalign
Patients who previously had orthodontic treatment but whose teeth have shifted back due to not using retainers make up the most successful patient group for Invisalign. Orthodontic relapse generally requires mild to moderate correction, so results are achieved with Invisalign in 3-8 months. There is no need to get metal brackets again.
Coordination of Invisalign with Other Treatments
Orthodontic treatment is often planned in coordination with other dental treatments rather than on its own. Existing cavities are treated with fillings or root canal treatment, then Invisalign is started. If there is a missing tooth, the teeth are first brought to the correct position, then an implant is placed. If aesthetic improvement is desired, laminate veneers or zirconia crowns can be planned after treatment.
For children between the ages of 6-10, the Invisalign First system, designed specifically for the mixed dentition phase, is applied. Since pediatric and adult Invisalign treatments require different planning, you can find detailed information on our separate page.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have compiled the questions we receive about this treatment and answered them as openly and transparently as possible.
Clear aligners are custom-made using advanced technology. They cover all visible surfaces of the teeth inside the mouth. While there are differences between brands, the aligner thickness generally ranges between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm. Their thin structure means they do not create a heavy feeling in the mouth. Although they minimally affect tongue space, a slight lisp may be noticed during the first few days. This is usually only noticeable to the patient themselves. Once the tongue and oral tissues adapt to the aligner within a short period, the lisp goes away. Clear aligners do not permanently affect speech. They do not cause speech disorders.
Clear aligner treatment, one of the orthodontic treatment methods, has become very popular in recent years. While their popularity largely stems from aesthetic advantages, the ability to achieve results much faster than braces in simple crowding cases is a major advantage. Clear aligner treatment duration varies from person to person, but generally averages between 6 months and 1.5 years.
Clear aligner treatments are carried out using a series of aligners. Each aligner is used for a period ranging from 1 to 2 weeks. The duration differences depend on the amount of tooth movement planned in the treatment, the patient's daily aligner wear time, and the orthodontic specialist's recommendations.
Clear aligners can be gently brushed clean under room-temperature tap water with liquid hand soap and a clean toothbrush. For a more effective cleaning, denture cleaning tablets or white vinegar can be used.
Regardless of the method used, there is an adjustment period at the beginning of every orthodontic treatment. This adjustment period depends entirely on the individual's adaptation speed and varies from person to person. Even though patients may worry about adapting when aligners are first placed, significant progress is usually made even after the aligners have been put in and removed just a few times.
The fundamental purpose of clear aligners, like braces, is to move teeth. Each aligner applies force to the teeth to achieve tooth movement. This force shows its effect in the first 2-3 days, and pain generally occurs during this period. The pain usually does not require painkillers but can be uncomfortable. The pain gradually decreases over time and becomes unnoticeable.
Şeffaf plaklarda temel amaç, tel tedavileri gibi dişlerin hareket ettirilmesidir. Diş hareketinin sağlanması içinde her bir plak dişlere kuvvet uygular. Bu kuvvet etkisini ilk 2-3 gün gösterir ve ağrı genelde bu süre zarfında olur. Oluşan ağrı çoğunlukla ağrı kesici kullanımını gerektirmese de kişiyi rahatsız edebilir. Ağrı zamanla giderek azalır ve hissedilmez olur.
Ideally, nothing other than water should be consumed while wearing clear aligners. However, if a person has a habit of frequently drinking tea or coffee and keeps removing the aligners for this purpose, they may choose to keep the aligners in depending on the temperature of the beverage. The important thing here is that the beverages should not be too hot. Clear aligners have a thin and delicate structure and can be affected by heat. Using an aligner that has lost its function also becomes meaningless. Additionally, beverages like tea and coffee can cause slight discoloration of the aligners. Since discolored aligners affect the appearance of the teeth, this can be bothersome for the patient. However, the issue is temporary, as a brand new aligner is switched to after a while as part of the treatment process.
Clear aligners can be affected by chewing forces. Therefore, they must always be removed before eating and put back in after brushing the teeth following a meal. If aligners are placed while food residue is stuck to the tooth surface, the food particles become trapped inside the aligner, creating conditions for cavity formation.
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