Aligners are fast replacing the metal braces and ceramic braces alike. People are increasingly becoming concerned about their Smile,and there has been an increased need for treatments that can correct any imperfections that ruin a beautiful smile.For the past decades, only Orthodontic treatment – which is done by placing metal braces or ceramic braces was the only solution to achieve such results.

Convenience and comfort has become an important criteria for everyone and metal braces or ceramic braces don’t  comply with comfort or convenience. People’s need has pushed dentistry to find treatment options that is convenient and comfort for the patients. With the latest technology like 3D models,CAD-CAM,Invisible Braces are quickly gaining popularity. While Invisalign is expensive and might be out of reach for some patients,Indian brands like Illusion dental lab, Toothsi, Dentcare are better in terms of pricing and convenience.

1. What are Aligners?

Aligners are orthodontic devices that are  transparent, fabricates plastic form used to adjust teeth. Aligners are better and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces or ceramic braces. for patients who want to straighten their teeth Invisible Braces are soft, flexible thermoplastic material, created exclusively for orthodontic treatment.

2. What is the procedure?

• Schedule an appointment with your Dentist to see if Invisible Braces will be right for you
• X-rays and photos will be taken
• An impression of your teeth will be taken and sent to the lab.
• At Ramchandras Jussmile Dental Clinic, Intra oral scan is taken for precise treatment planning.
• Using 3D computer imaging technology, the treatment plan is made and a series of Invisible braces will be customized for you.

3. What are the benefits of Aligners?

• Aligners are virtually invisible; helping you to have orthodontic treatment without other people knowing that you are wearing braces.
• Aligners are completely removable. You can take them out, eat your meals, brush and floss your teeth,and place them back.
• Aligners helps you maintain oral hygiene
• Patients will not experience Mouth  Ulcers by wearing aligners, as there are no metal brackets or wires that may cause irritation inside the mouth.

4. How long does the treatment take?

• Though there isn’t a standard time period for the treatment,it might roughly take 6 – 12 months.
• The duration of treatment with Aligners depends upon the severity of the case, the complexity of tooth movement planned and the number of stages required.
• Aligners offer a much shorter treatment time when compared to traditional dental braces.
• Most importantly,the time period of Aligners will be known even before you start the treatment,because of the CAD-CAM technology

5. Is the Treatment painful?

• No! Not at all
• Aligners do not hurt you.
• You may experience temporary discomfort, particularly when you start new
• Once you wear the Invisible braces for twenty days,you might need to change to the next one(i.e new pair),again you meant feel new,which means that the treatment is working

6. Will it affect my Speech?

• Any orthodontic braces metal or ceramic in your mouth has an affect on your speech.
• Invisible Braces are made of soft, flexible material.
• Invisible Braces may cause a slight lisp for a day or two.
• However, lisping will go away once your tongue gets used to having Invisible Braces in your mouth.

7. How often must I wear ?

• Should be worn day and night.
• Should be removed while eating, brushing, and flossing.
• Recommended to wear 20 hours – 22 hours a day to ensure that tooth movement progresses as predicted

8. Are Aligners expensive than usual Ortho Braces?

• Yes, it is judicially expensive than conventional braces.
• Compared to the treatment outcome the cost of aligners is quite less
• Aligners result in impressive treatment outcomes within a short time.

9. Is there any special care once the treatment is over?

• After any Orthodontic treatment,patient is advised to wear a retainer.
• A retainer helps in retaining the new position of the teeth
• The retainer can either be removable or fixed,depending upon the position of the teeth
• Patient might have to wear the retainer for 6 months to 1 year.

10. Aligners Vs Conventional Braces?

• Both treatments have their own benefits and limitations.
• The advantage of aligners is the predictive outcome of the treatment,before starting.
• If the desire position of teeth will not be achieved,then Aligners treatment will not be advised.
• If Aligners is your cup of coffee,Voila!
• In some case,dentists prefer doing the treatment with conventional Orthodontic braces.
• Aligners Appointment and Consultation

For more details or consultation for Invisible Braces,you can visit us at

Ramchandras Jussmile Dental Clinic
1333/A,B1,Royal Castle Apartments,
7th Cross Street,Poompuhar Nagar,
Kolathur.Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600099
or call us at +91 9710800808

Extra reading & Reference – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7998651/