General Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Aestheticalign?
Aestheticalign is an advanced, modern, easy, painless and aesthetic way to correct the alignment of teeth.
Why do I need aligners for both my upper and lower teeth if I have problems in one arch?
A perfect bite needs both upper and lower teeth to come in contact without putting strain on adjacent soft tissues or muscles. That’s why even if the problem persists only in one jaw, the teeth in both the jaws needs to be aligned accordingly
How long does a treatment process last for?
The shortest time period is 6 to 8 months. The maximum is somewhere between 15 months to 18 months. It varies on the complexity of the case as well as other varied factors like duration of wear, age, bone modelling as well as force applied during treatment.
Do I need tomake a visit to dental office during my treatment?
Most patients need not make frequent visit to the dental clinic unless the case demands.
How do I know when to switch aligners?
Every aligner is assigned a time frame for which it has to be worn and when it has to be replaced. The dentist can also guide you with the schedule of replacing the set of aligners once a particular milestone is achieved.
Can I talk with the aligners clearly?
Yes, speech may be slightly affected during first time uses but gradually it gets normal.
If I am sick, should I keep wearing my aligners?
Your aligners do not affect your general health. But, if one feels nauseous or uneasy on wearing them during sickness, one can take them off.
Can few aligners be skipped ahead?
No, the aligners have to be worn as per the treatment planned by the orthodontist utilising the software technology or it may not give desirable outcomes.
What if an aligner gets lost?
You have to inform the dentist for a replacement while continuing to wear the previous set of aligners till the replacement reaches you.
What happens if things aren't improving as planned?
If the teeth do not move as per plans then the dentist has to review the wear-time and duration to improve efficacy. Thus, it is very crucial to follow all the instructions to achieve the planned outcome.
Is wearing a retainer necessary after treatment?
Yes, you have to wear retainers after the treatment to make sure that the teeth stay in their new aligned position without relapsing to the pre treatment stage.. It should be worn full time, except while brushing and eating meals at least for 6-12 months. Later on, it can be worn only at night for another 12 months.
How can the aligners be kept clean?
Aligners can be kept clean by rinsing with normal tap water or soap solution. You should not use any harsh abrasives or chemicals like denture cleaners or toothpaste. These cleaners are too harsh and can damage your aligners. You can use a new toothbrush for the cleaning and rinse it again before wearing it. You should brush and floss your teeth before wearing the aligners.