Transparent plaque is an orthodontic treatment which is an alternative to braces for suitable patients. This treatment is applied to pull the teeth to where they should be in cases where the teeth are not positioned properly, crooked and irregularly aligned. This treatment is also applied to straighten teeth.
There are some reasons why transparent plaque treatment is preferred. It does not cause an unpleasant appearance in the mouth. It can be removed and put back by the patient before eating.
This treatment is usually applied to treat slightly or moderately crooked teeth or small tooth gaps. Patients with excessive crookedness and gap problems in their teeth or patients with crossbite problems are treated with more complicated methods and devices.
Transparent plaques used in transparent plaque treatment are produced specifically depending on treatment plans using transparent and flexible plastic or acrylic material.They align the teeth by fitting tightly. They are also effective in strengthening teeth. They can be easily removed for eating and brushing and can be placed on the teeth by the patient.
After examining your teeth, the dentist or orthodontist takes a 3-D image of your mouth and jaw. Your dentist or orthodontist creates a plan to move your work in the right direction according to this image.
Then, a transparent plaque that will provide the new order is produced for the patient. The dentist attaches this plate to the patient's teeth and teaches the patient how to wear it.
The transparent plaque attached to the teeth pushes the teeth in the direction they should be. The patient should wear the transparent plaque for approximately 20-22 hours every day.
After 1-2 weeks, the teeth complete the first stage of progression and the dentist creates a new plaque design after examining the patient.
The dental plate treatment process is completed with regular check-ups and the use of new transparent plaques until the patient's teeth reach the state the dentist wants them to reach.
The duration of the clear plate treatment varies from person to person. The treatment usually lasts between 10 and 24 months. If the problem in the teeth has not progressed, the treatment can be completed in 6 months.
Some age groups are more advantageous in transparent plaque treatment. According to a study conducted on 30 volunteers, the speed of teeth moving in the mouth is faster between the ages of 35-50 compared to other age groups. Due to this factor, it is thought that transparent plaque is more effective in this age group. In the same study, it was determined that the movement of the teeth of women between the ages of 50-70 did not decrease as much as that of men.
Transparent plaque treatment requires the use of more than one plate. This may increase the cost.
The irregularity in the alignment of the teeth affects the number of transparent plates to be used. Therefore, the treatment pricing varies from patient to patient.
On the other hand, the technology and materials used in the production of transparent dental plaques are also an important factor in the treatment price. Plaques produced with more advanced technology and high quality materials are more expensive.
The advantages of using dental plates, which are often made of flexible plastic material, are as follows:
Unobtrusive Appearance: This treatment method does not draw attention in the mouth and does not cause an uncomfortable appearance because no wires or brackets are used.
A Fast Healing Process: Transparent dental plates can create a proper tooth alignment after six months of use.
Removable: Transparent plaque can be removed at any time. Therefore, it allows for easy dental care. In this way, you can remove the dental plaque before eating, brush your teeth after eating and re-wear your transparent plate.
More Comfortable Than Braces: Compared to braces, transparent plaque is more flexible and therefore allows for easier and more comfortable treatment.
You can follow these steps to remove transparent plaques used in dental treatment from your mouth:
Examination and Planning: Our expert dentists analyze your tooth structure and determine whether transparent plaques are suitable for you.
Digital Simulation: Advanced technologies provide the opportunity to see the post-treatment appearance of your teeth on the screen in advance.
Plaque Production and Use: Custom-made plaques are delivered to you with a special user guide. You can achieve proper tooth alignment by wearing the plaque regularly throughout the process recommended by your dentist. New plaques can be produced for you according to the healing status of your teeth during the treatment period.
Periodic Checks: During the treatment, tooth movements are monitored with periodic checks and necessary adjustments are made.
Dentaliva offers you a reliable, modern and effective solution to reach the smile of your dreams with transparent dental plate treatment. If you want to get rid of small or large irregularities in your teeth and do this almost invisibly, we will be happy to see you at Dentaliva.
