Question 1

The digital 3D scan: Precise planning of the Invisalign braces

Accepted Answer

After we have decided together that clear aligners are the right path, the 3D scan follows. Forget the uncomfortable impression with impression material – today I work with a modern intraoral scanner that captures your teeth digitally. The patient's teeth are recorded in just a few minutes, accurate to the millimeter and pain-free.

Question 2

The production of Invisalign aligners from clear plastic

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Once you are satisfied, I forward the data to the laboratory. There, the production of the aligners from clear plastic begins – each one unique, precisely tailored and individually crafted. Production takes two to three weeks. I always tell my patients: Good things take time – but it is worth it. Each aligner...

Question 3

Fitting the invisible braces and attachments: How to start the treatment

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Fitting the first aligner feels like a little gift for my patients. I insert the first aligner and check the fit. If needed, I attach small tooth-colored attachments – tiny dots on individual teeth that give the aligners additional grip. The attachments are virtually invisible and are removed after the treatment is complete...

Question 4

Treatment progress and wearing duration: The regular change of aligners

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Every one to two weeks you switch to the next aligner. Each new aligner feels slightly tighter at first – a good sign, as it means the teeth are moving. Treatment with Invisalign® offers significantly greater wearing comfort than conventional braces. Wear for 22 hours a day, only removing them for eating and brushing your teeth...

Question 5

What happens during Invisalign treatment in everyday life?

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A question many patients ask me during the consultation: How much does Invisalign treatment affect my daily life? The honest answer: Barely at all. The Invisalign aligners are so discreet that even close colleagues often only notice the braces when you point it out to them. When eating, you simply take the aligner out – no...

Invisalign Treatment Process & Workflow