Monday, March 4, 2013

Invisalign breakthrough

             We have used Invisalign since 1999, and we were one  of the very first practices in the country to use this amazing technology.  Since its introduction, there have been numerous upgrades in the computer algorithms that allow us to program the tooth movement and make it more efficient. 

             There has also been upgrades in the attachments, those little bumps that are glued to some teeth to allow more difficult movements.

             In all this time however, there has not been any change in the "plastic" used for the aligners.  The company has during this time been researching a better plastic and this January SmartTrack  is now the new standard for all Invisalign appliances.  So why is the new  SmartTrack plastic better?...well the characteristics that were important were:

1. The aligners should be esthetic for daytime wear
2. The aligners should produce gentle consistant forces
3. The aligners should fit well and have excellent elasticity

And, after much testing, SmartTrack material proved to be far superior to the old material.

So what does this mean for Invisalign patients?...simply more aesthetic, more comfortable and more efficient orthodontic treatment!

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