Using Invisalign Dublin we are able to push through the boundaries of what is possible when it comes to correcting dental misalignment conditions. It all starts with your visit to our dental surgery where we will examine your mouth. To get a clear image of your lower face we will use an OPG. The panoramic image produced gives us a clear view of your jawbones and all your surrounding teeth. Even teeth that may not yet have erupted through your gums, such as wisdom teeth, will be captured.

Practical and cosmetic considerations

As a responsible dentist our first consideration is to restore your teeth to enable the function that they were originally designed to perform. Your teeth are designed to aid your digestive system by providing a means by which your food can be broken down into a manageable size. Our work begins when we provide you with the solutions to correct your dental misalignment. Invisalign Dublin software and hardware allows us to show you a virtual image of what your teeth will look like after treatment. This view demonstrates the positive cosmetic result that can be achieved. This is the stage where we will give you all the information that you will need to make a decision on whether to proceed with the treatment or not.

The accuracy and speed of digitisation

The technology that Invisalign Dublin employs improves the accuracy of the process of creating your personal aligners. The use of algorithms allows us to identify the most efficient way to move your teeth gradually into the desired position to create the smile that you are looking for. Because we scan your entire mouth digitally we do not need to make use of any messy mould taking. Your entire treatment plan is produced digitally and sent to the laboratory, eliminating the slow process of mailing or couriering from us to the laboratory.

Clear aligners

Using the latest clear dental grade plastic, a series of aligners are created which fit over your teeth like gumshields. These aligners are referred to by Invisalign as ‘trays’. These trays provide a comfortable and inconspicuous treatment, which makes the treatment more appealing to young and older patients alike. The first aligner may initially feel a little tight and this is perfectly normal. The number of aligners required is based on the condition being treated. Each aligner must be worn for twenty-three hours a day to achieve the desired result. They may be removed to allow for brushing and flossing and each aligner will need to be worn for between two to three weeks before the next aligner will replace it. We monitor your progress and depending on how the treatment is proceeding, it may be necessary to apply some minor adjustments, but this is normal. In some cases we may need to produce a refinement tray to ensure that the end result is achieved.

The end in sight

Once your treatment has been completed, you will be required to wear an aligner that is slightly more sturdy than the trays that were used during your treatment. This aligner is designed to retain your teeth in their new position. It will be necessary to wear this aligner for a few hours each week. The whole process takes between a year and eighteen months and the results will allow you to display your new confident smile with panache!