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"The Invisalign Difference" When considering an invisalign treatment, several clinical factors must be taken into account to ensure its appropriateness and effectiveness for the patient. Here are some of the key clinical considerations that we should keep in mind: a. Patient Eligibility - Age: Although Invisalign can be used for both adults and teens, the patient's age can influence treatment success. For teens, Invisalign Teen is designed with features like eruption tabs to accommodate growing teeth. - Compliance: Invisalign requires the patient to wear the aligners for 20-22 hours a day. Patients who are not committed to wearing the aligners consistently may not be good candidates. Mild to Moderate Malocclusions: Invisalign is most effective for treating mild to moderate crowding, spacing, and bite issues, such as Class I malocclusions. Severe cases may require additional interventions or might be better suited for traditional braces. - Orthodontic History: Patients with prior orthodontic work, especially those who have had extractions or are dealing with complex dental issues (e.g., temporomandibular joint disorder [TMD] or severe skeletal discrepancies), may not be suitable for Invisalign alone and might require adjunctive treatment. b. Treatment Planning - 3D Scans and Digital Impressions: Invisalign treatment begins with a comprehensive digital scan (or traditional impressions) to create a 3D model of the patient's teeth. These digital records allow for precise planning of tooth movements. - Precision of Tooth Movement: The clinician must assess whether the planned tooth movements are achievable with aligners, considering the limitations of Invisalign. Complex movements like extrusions, rotations of large teeth, and changes in root position may require auxiliary attachments or may not be ideal for aligners. - Virtual Treatment Simulation (ClinCheck): The Invisalign software (ClinCheck) enables orthodontists to simulate and visualize the movement of teeth through the various aligner stages. Clinicians can use this tool to fine-tune the treatment plan before commencing. To know more, Book your appointment with us now. Call at +91 6369512336 Mon-Sat : 10Am - 8Pm