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Orthodontics

How Invisalign Straightens Teeth

Patient education
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Indian woman inspecting a clear aligner beside its storage case at home
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What Clear Aligners Do

Clear aligners are removable appliances designed to move teeth gradually. A sequence of prescribed aligners applies planned forces. Suitability depends on the teeth, gums, bite and movements required. Explore Invisalign® and clear-aligner care →

Planning Begins With Your Teeth and Bite

The clinician reviews your goals and oral health, then considers records such as scans, photographs and indicated imaging. A simulation helps discuss the plan; it does not guarantee a result.

Wearing and Caring for Aligners

Follow the treating clinician’s wear and change schedule. Remove aligners for meals and clean your teeth and aligners as directed. Do not accelerate changes yourself.

Monitoring the Response

Reviews check fit, movement, gums and bite. Additional steps or a revised plan may be needed if movement differs from the prediction.

Retainers Matter

Teeth can shift after active treatment. Discuss a retention plan and attend reviews if a retainer breaks, no longer fits or causes discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a digital simulation guarantee my result?
A simulation helps discuss the plan; it does not guarantee a result. Reviews check fit, movement, gums and bite. Additional steps or a revised plan may be needed.
What happens after active aligner treatment?
Teeth can shift after active treatment. Discuss a retention plan and attend reviews if a retainer breaks, no longer fits or causes discomfort.

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