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In Clinic Treatment
If your case is classed as a complex case you may require IPR or attachments or both. You will be given this information along with your 3D treatment plan after your Initial Appointment. There will be an additional cost for IPR and attachments.
Attachments
Teeth attachments for clear aligners are small, tooth-colored buttons or bumps that are temporarily bonded to specific teeth during orthodontic treatment. They are made of a composite material and are designed to help the clear aligners apply more precise force to certain areas of the teeth that need more movement.
Attachments are typically not visible, as they are color-matched to the teeth, and they are removed once the treatment is complete.
Attachments serve several purposes:
Improve Alignment Control:
They provide extra grip or "handles" for the aligners, allowing them to better push or pull the teeth into the correct position.
Enhance Precision:
Certain teeth, especially those with complex movements (e.g., rotating or shifting vertically), may need additional support that the aligners alone can't provide. Attachments help achieve those precise movements.
Boost Treatment Efficiency:
By using attachments, the aligners can be more effective at moving teeth, which may help shorten the overall treatment time.
Interproximal Reduction
IPR (Interproximal Reduction) in orthodontics is a procedure where small amounts of enamel are gently shaved or sanded from the sides of certain teeth to create extra space without the need for tooth removal.This is often done to help correct crowded teeth, improve the alignment of teeth, or facilitate better movement during treatment with braces or clear aligners. The procedure is minimally invasive and is performed with specialized tools. The amount of enamel removed is very small, and it’s usually done on teeth that are not overly visible (like the back teeth) to ensure it doesn’t affect the tooth's appearance or strength. After IPR, teeth may be polished to smooth any rough surfaces. The procedure is usually well tolerated and doesn’t cause significant discomfort.
IPR can help:
Relieve crowding:
Create space for teeth to move into their proper position.
Enhance tooth alignment:
Allow for more controlled and precise movements.
Avoid extractions:
In some cases, IPR can eliminate the need for removing teeth.
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Bitesoft Clear Aligners are proudly manufactured in Sydney, Australia, with customer service based on the Sunshine Coast, QLD. Trusted by top experts in the dental industry.
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Fast Turnaround Times
Receive your treatment plan with 24 - 48 hours of receiving full clinical data & your aligners within 5-10 business days of approving your plan.