Invisalign First (Clear aligner treatment for children)

Wireless Orthodontics with Transparent Aligners in Children (Invisalign First)

What are wire-free orthodontic clear aligner treatments for children? (Invisalign First)

It is a type of treatment that we apply instead of wire treatment or appliance treatment in our pediatric patients between the ages of 6 and 12 who need orthodontic treatment.

In which cases are braceless orthodontic clear aligner treatments for children applied?

It can be applied in tooth crowding,
Closing problems of the jaws,
Cross bite, stenosis and
In cases where the lower jaw is behind.

When should children have their first orthodontic examination?

Every child should be examined by an orthodontist from the age of 7. The treatments to be applied are planned according to the growth and development periods of the child.

Can phase 1 early phase 1 treatments for children be done with clear aligners via braceless orthodontic treatments?

Early treatments can be applied very comfortably with transparent plate treatments. Easy to adapt.

My child needs phase 1 treatment. What are the advantages of treatment with transparent aligners?

The transparent aligners completely cover the teeth and end at the tooth-gum border. Removable appliances are supported by the palate and do not grasp the teeth completely.

Transparent aligners completely envelop the teeth, maximizing their fit in the mouth. There is no risk of falling during use.

Transparent plaques do not affect speech because they do not cover the palate.

Removable appliances hold the teeth with wires. Transparent records do not contain wires or other similar materials.

Children can eat whatever they want as it is removed while eating.

What is the frequency of check-ups for children’s braceless orthodontic clear aligner treatments?

Transparent plaque treatments progress with controls for an average of 6-8 weeks. However, session intervals can be kept wider for patients living in the city or abroad.

How many hours a day should transparent aligners be worn?

Transparent aligners should be worn for an average of 21 hours a day. It is taken in the morning, lunch and dinner. It may not be removed for water and cold drinks.

How often do you change the transparent plaque?

Transparent plaques are replaced within 7-10 days on average. You do not need to come to the clinic for plaque changes. Patients switch to their new plaque themselves.

What happens if the transparent plaques are lost?

In case of loss of the transparent plaque, the lifetime of the previous plaque can be increased. If you are in the last days of the current plaque, treatment is continued by switching to the next plaque.

How to care for transparent plaques?

Transparent plaque is removed with a separate toothbrush and liquid soap. Transparent plaques can also be cared for using cleaning crystals or tablets. Transparent records should be stored in the box when not in use.