The brand name comes from the English word “invisible”, which means “invisible”. They are truly invisible even from a distance of 20-30 centimeters, which makes them the most aesthetic option for correcting a bite.
Invisalign was the very first aligner to appear on the orthodontic market. All other brands focused specifically on this system, which today has existed for more than 20 years. The company created a real revolution in the field of bite correction and won recognition among doctors and patients around the world.
Indications for installation
- crowding of teeth (except in severe cases),
- gaps in the dentition: trema and diastema,
- slight displacement of the teeth of one jaw relative to the other,
- incorrect position of one or more teeth,
- use from the age of 12-13 years.
Brand benefits
- highest aesthetics,
- fast and predictable results,
- individual production using computer modeling,
- the most famous aligner system with a long history,
- patented material that does not cause allergies.
Expert opinion
Rustamova Gunel Bakhmanovna Dentist-orthodontist Work experience 4+
“Contrary to popular belief, Invisalign aligners can solve almost any bite problem – even difficult cases. This is confirmed not only by my personal practice, but also by numerous clinical studies1.”
Among the disadvantages of Invisalign aligners is their rather high price. It is due to the use of computer modeling of the treatment process, the use of expensive materials, as well as the delivery of a complete set of mouth guards from the manufacturer.
Innovative technology for gentle bite correction
The appointment at the clinic is led by orthodontist Armen Fedorovich Kazaryan, Clinical Director of Invisalign Russia.
Member of the Russian Society of Orthodontists since 2001. If nature has not rewarded you with a snow-white smile and even teeth that look like pearls, there is no reason to be upset. Modern technologies will give you the result you have dreamed of for so long. Instead of unaesthetic braces, dentists recommend Invisalign, an American development for correcting bite pathology, which eliminates all defects within a period of one and a half months to two years.
Types of braces
Dentists have come up with many different types of braces: metal (they even come in different shapes and colors), ceramic, sapphire, ligature (mounted on the inside of the teeth).
However, modern innovations do not stand still, and orthodontists have invented a system for correcting bites without the use of braces at all: this is the Invisalign system. It is a completely transparent aligner that fits onto your teeth easily and simply without an additional visit to the dentist. The device easily eliminates malocclusions in children and adults and can become a complete or partial replacement for traditional braces.
Correcting dental malocclusions using plastic invisible aligners began in the early 70s. At that time, the process of manufacturing such structures was very complicated: casts were made, from which the mouthguards were melted. For a course of treatment it was necessary to change at least 10 such systems, which was very expensive and was available only to a select few. Now prices have become more affordable, materials have become environmentally friendly, and specialists have adopted experience from pioneers.
Invisalign aligners and their analogues
Align Technology was the first to develop and patent this system, but nowadays teeth straightening trays are produced by many companies and are even sold in regular pharmacies. But this does not mean that they are all equally effective. We have compiled for you a comparison table of the main aligner manufacturers so that you have a correct idea of the benefits of each system.
| Manufacturer's brand | About company | Preparation method | Treatment effectiveness | Price |
Invisalign | Align Technology is the world's first technology developer and manufacturer of aligners. The company has a scientific and clinical base and a research laboratory. | Factory manufactured using patented SmartTrack material for a more comfortable and effective treatment experience. All products undergo strict quality control. | The only manufacturer on the market that provides evidence of the effectiveness of aligners in the form of case histories and completed treatment cases. | from 169,000 rub. |
OrthoSnap | The company appeared about 10 years ago in the United States as a manufacturer of a cheaper analogue of Invisalign aligners. | It produces mouthguards in its own research laboratory from hypoallergenic polycarbonates. The company does not use 3D models. | The product is positioned as a product capable of correcting any malocclusion. | from 100,000 rub. |
Star Smile | Russian manufacturer of aligners. The company does not have its own developments and research; it uses technologies borrowed from leading manufacturers | Star Smile mouthguards are made in the laboratory from conventional polymer materials supplied from Germany. | Openly declares the presence of limitations in treatment - the company’s website lists specific cases that can be corrected with these mouthguards. | from 80,000 rub. |
Air Align | An ambitious company that has offices in many European countries. It has its own scientific and clinical base. | Aligners are made from standard hypoallergenic plastic. | The company does not indicate which malocclusions are eligible for treatment using the Air Align system, stating that these aligners can completely replace braces. | from 150,000 rub. |
3D Smile | Has been on the market for less than 6 years. Has its own laboratory in Moscow. It does not have its own technologies or research. | For the manufacture of mouth guards, transparent polymer materials are used. | The manufacturer claims that the product is able to correct any type of malocclusion and all dental anomalies better than braces. | from 120,000 rub. |
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Invisalign – from abroad to Russia
Moscow was the first to evaluate and try the Invisalign technique in its practice. Capital clinics have mastered the certified method, and today it is confidently spreading throughout Russia. It is truly innovative: there is no discomfort, difficulty or disruption to the overall aesthetics of appearance. But there is an affordable cost for bite correction and a fairly quick result from effective treatment.
Despite the fact that Invisalign is firmly entering the horizons of orthodontic treatment, not all clinics in the capital can credit its use to their merits. Its use requires good technical equipment in dentistry, the latest software and qualified doctoral staff.
Operating principle of mouth guards
INVISALIGHN aligners correct your bite using a virtual 3D model made from digital photographs of your teeth. Thin transparent aligners, like a thick expensive glove, envelop your teeth, gradually bringing them into the correct position, making their rows even and beautiful. Caring for mouthguards is simple and does not require special preparation. They are removed during oral hygiene and for eating. You can clearly see the process itself in the picture below:
Every two weeks you need to visit your doctor to replace the aligners with new ones that correspond to the changes that have occurred during this period. Although the technique can be based on the production of several sets of mouth guards at once for a long period with their independent replacement according to the terms prescribed by the doctor. In this case, a visit to the clinic to assess the effectiveness of treatment and the necessary correction will occur once every one and a half to two months. The price of Invisalign in Moscow and other services at our Southwestern dental clinic will pleasantly surprise you!
What to choose - Star Smile or Invisalign?
Demand creates supply, and competition is the engine of progress. In this regard, in recent decades, more and more new analogues of the first elastic mouth guards for correcting malocclusion have entered the market. So, in addition to the proven Invisalign aligners, you can find many other brands, both foreign and domestic. Some of them honestly, like the Star Smile company, admit that the number of cases that can be treated on their system is limited. Some, like OrthoSnap, claim that their products are in no way inferior to Invisalign, but they do not use 3D modeling in the production of their aligners, which casts doubt on such slogans. Also gaining popularity among manufacturers of orthodontic aligners are Air Align, whose price tag is approaching that of Invisalign, and 3D Smile.
However, only Invisalign's patented aligners are manufactured in a specialized factory from SmartTrack, a hypoallergenic, elastic material that provides maximum comfort and treatment effectiveness. And only Align Technology has been investing in fundamental developments for decades, maintaining a scientific and clinical base of strict reporting and maintaining a research laboratory. The Invisalign company has consultants (orthodontic professors) on its staff and was among the first to pay close attention to functional diseases of the temporomandibular joint - the so-called TMJ dysfunctions.
The only advantage of all of the above competitors is their comparatively lower price, but only Invisalign has such a long experience and proven results in the treatment of many thousands of patients.
Installation of braces
It is very simple to install this type of braces yourself: you just need to rinse the aligners with running water and carefully put them on the teeth. The device will automatically “fall into place” when you close your teeth and will not be felt at all in your mouth during conversations or eating (it is recommended to remove the aligners at home before meals so as not to injure them).
After a certain period of time, when the teeth have moved to the required distance, it is recommended to visit the dentist to receive a new mouthguard made from dental casts, taking into account the changes that have occurred in them.
System price
It is important to remember that the cost of teeth correction with a system (excluding the technical part) may vary depending on the specific case, the complexity of the treatment, its duration, etc. Typically, the cost of the Invisalign braces system is comparable to the cost of traditional braces and in our dental clinic ranges from 70,000 rubles. Only an orthodontist can determine the exact cost of treatment because it depends on your individual needs and treatment plan. You can get advice by ordering a call from the website.
| Correction of teeth with the INVISALIGN system (excluding the technical part) | from 70,000 rub. |
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Braces and Invisalign - which is better?
Braces and Invisalign work equally well. It is a mistake to believe that mouthguards will be less effective than traditional braces. If you decide to see an orthodontist and can't decide between Invisalign and braces, schedule a consultation with several specialists. However, it must be taken into account that every doctor prefers to work with the system that is familiar to him. For this reason, even a competent orthodontist who does not work with aligners, but successfully treats with classic braces, may decide that orthodontic aligners are not suitable for you.
Advantages of the bite correction technique
You can see the result of the work even before the start of treatment, when the doctor demonstrates on the computer monitor virtual changes in your smile and the transformation of your teeth to restore the correct bite. A three-dimensional program and detailed video sequence are created according to the patient’s individual parameters and allow you to accurately plan the course of treatment and its duration.
The advantages of American Invisalign technology are undeniable. This method of correcting the bite is invisible to others and practically imperceptible to the person undergoing treatment. Thin transparent aligners do not affect the aesthetics of the image at all, which is especially important for adults and teenage children who experience discomfort due to changes in appearance.
- Unnoticed. The first and most important advantage is that the process of your treatment is invisible to others. If your social status does not require wearing braces, Invisalign is a great solution.
- Simple and hygienic. Unlike braces, aligners can be quickly and easily removed at any time: to brush your teeth before eating, before an important meeting, etc. And then, just as easily, put it on again.
- Comfortable. It takes no more than a couple of hours to get used to wearing mouth guards; they sit comfortably on the teeth and do not interfere with everyday life at all.
- Fast. Sometimes technology allows you to reduce treatment time, because... aligners cover the teeth on all sides and better transmit corrective pressure. On average, treatment takes about a year.
A significant convenience is the ability to independently change the aligners and fairly infrequent visits to the dentist. You live your usual life, and at this time the system works, making you irresistible day after day. At the same time, it does not interfere with diction and does not cause discomfort due to the exact match of the parameters of the aligners and your teeth.
The price of traditional braces is not too different from the cost of the Invisalign system, so it makes sense to choose transparent aligners to correct the bite and straighten the teeth.
Features of Invisalign aligners
Invisalign brand aligners were developed by the American company Align technology's in 1997. In a matter of years, they conquered the US market, and after 6 years, medical students examined the features of correcting malocclusions as part of dental school courses using the example of aligners from this brand. Today, Invisalign aligners are quite widely used in Russian clinics. However, each custom kit is still created only in the USA.
Technology of production and installation of aligners
- removal of plaque and tartar from the surface of teeth (carried out in the clinic),
- diagnostics of the oral cavity: taking impressions of the teeth or scanning the oral cavity, measuring the position of the teeth using special instruments, taking photographs of the face (to identify asymmetry caused by malocclusion), conducting an orthopantomogram or computed tomography to assess the quality of bone tissue (this stage is also carried out in clinic). Information is transmitted to Align technology's company,
- computer modeling of the entire treatment process, virtual development of individual aligners - the patient can familiarize himself with this plan, assessing the result even before installing orthodontic structures,
- production of individual mouth guards after agreeing on a treatment plan - this takes about one and a half months (including shipping from the USA). The technology is computerized as much as possible, so the risk of error due to the human factor is reduced to a minimum2,
- fixing the first aligner and teaching the patient how to use the entire system.
The process of creating mouth guards is as robotic as possible - the process is visualized on a computer, and mouth guards are developed using innovative modern equipment. This makes the treatment process more accurate, predictable, targeted and faster, but significantly increases the cost of the system.
Features of nutrition when wearing mouth guards
There are no dietary restrictions while wearing aligners! It is only prohibited to consume chewing gum and sticky candies (taffy): they can stick to the surface of the device or get into the space between it and the teeth, which will create a favorable environment for the development of caries and tartar.
When studying Invisalign reviews online, you will note that mouthguards do not require compliance with any strict rules and regulations. With aligners, a person does not change the usual rhythm of life and does not become a hostage to circumstances. When purchasing braces on Ozernaya in Moscow or another city, you can be sure that the new dental product will not become a stumbling block in changing your established daily routine and hygiene. You will also be able to eat foods that you enjoy.
Before sitting down at the table, it is enough to remove the aligners. After eating, they are washed with running water so that bacteria and harmful microorganisms do not accumulate in them. Then, with a slight movement of the hand, the system is put into place, continuing to work as usual and changing your teeth for the better.
Famous politicians, show business and cinema stars noted the ease of use. Since the aligners are invisible on the teeth from the outside, you are unlikely to notice them on your favorite stars. However, representatives of the star Olympus wore Invisalign; photos of Invisalign can be found on our website. Among the fans of the orthodontic system you will find Khloe Kardashian, Justin Bieber, Tom Cruise, Eva Langoria and others. They have repeatedly left reviews about the Invisalign system, confirming its high status and orthodontic excellence.
Why is Invisalign considered orthodontic perfection?
Among orthodontic bite correction systems, Invisalign occupies a special place. Due to the success of the treatment results, doctors from all over the world became interested in the system. It is popular today in all countries and on all continents. Possessing an excellent orthodontic effect, it allows for gentle correction. A person with an orthodontic problem quickly gets used to the aligners, gets used to the aligners and stops noticing them. Today you can find orthodontic aligners in Moscow in many clinics. We offer an American system; smile correction will be as comfortable as possible, quickly, without pain, discomfort and unpleasant sensations. To find out how much they cost, call us by phone or call a specialist in the online window that pops up on the site.
In what cases is it indicated to wear the system?
Indications for wearing devices are:
- Crowding of teeth, “creeping” over each other;
- Large gaps between teeth (trema, diastema);
- Displacement towards a specific tooth(s);
- The need to consolidate the result after wearing traditional braces for a long time;
- Distal bite (when the front jaw “moves” forward);
- Open bite (most teeth do not fit together);
- Crossbite (the lower dentition overlaps the upper teeth);
- Direct type of bite (when the teeth are located exactly above each other, the enamel between them is often erased);
- The bite is mesial (the upper jaw has an upper, “protruding” position in comparison with the lower).
How does the Invisalign system work?
Invisalign aligners must be worn on the upper and lower jaw at the same time. During the entire course of treatment, the patient must sequentially change several sets of mouth guards. Thus, each subsequent pair will gradually change the position of the teeth,
acting with a certain force in the direction that the doctor initially sets.
You need to wear mouthguards 20-22 hours a day, removing them only before meals and for hygiene procedures. This is the only way to quickly achieve lasting results. But in order to secure them, the patient will still have to wear retainers for some time.
