Achieve a straighter smile within 12 – 24 months
Invisalign Teen is a form of orthodontic treatment which uses clear aligners to help teenagers achieve a straighter set of teeth. It provides a more aesthetic option compared to conventional braces as it is almost invisible.
With Invisalign Teen, teenagers can carry on with their daily activities without the restrictions and discomfort associated with braces.
Invisalign Teen comes with mandibular advancement feature which is mainly used for correction of retrusive mandibles (underdeveloped) that results in excessive overjet.
Due to it being skeletal in nature, the mandibular advancement feature harnesses the growth potential of a growing teen to influence growth of the mandible (lower jaw) and treating the excess overjet as a result.
Eruption compensation is a feature in Invisalign Teen which helps provide the right amount of space and size to accommodate the natural eruption of canines and premolars while you are wearing the aligner.
It is dynamic and uses algorithms to guide and predict the ultimate shape and size of the new tooth that is going to erupt.
These indicators fade from blue to clear and are designed to indicate wear time.
In the event that the aligners are not worn for the recommended 20 – 22 hours a day, the indicators will not fade to clear completely.
This encourages patients to be disciplined.
Being almost invisible, you can now smile confidently while wearing your clear aligners.
In fact, according to the Invisalign Teen Confidence Survey, teenagers are 2x more likely to have a confidence boost wearing Invisalign aligners as compared to braces!
Invisalign aligners can be removed easily, resulting in better dental hygiene as brushing and flossing of teeth are made easier.
You can also eat without restrictions.
Made from SmartTrack material, Invisalign aligners fit comfortably around the teeth while placing gentle, constant pressure on the teeth to move it into the desired position.
Additionally, with these aligners, you will not experience the pain or irritation caused by wires and brackets as with braces.
Evaluating whether a patient is suitable for Invisalign Teen is dependent on their dentition condition.
Invisalign Teen is suitable for teens with permanent, erupting permanent, or mixed dentition.
Contact us to book an appointment to determine if you are suitable for Invisalign Teen.
An overbite occurs when your upper teeth overlap your lower teeth. Overlapping by a small amount is common. However, more severe cases of overbite may cause pain when eating or chewing.
An underbite is the overlapping of your lower jaw over the upper jaw. Patients suffering from more serious cases of underbite may face difficulties when eating, chewing or speaking.
Teeth spacing refers to significant gaps between two or more teeth. This may cause speech problems and food pieces to get stuck between the spaces more easily.
Overcrowding occurs when there is insufficient space in your jaw for new teeth to grow. As a result, some teeth may be pushed behind or in front of other teeth, or grow in a twisted position.
A crossbite is a dental condition where the teeth of your upper jaw fit behind the teeth of your lower jaw. This may cause tooth decays or difficulty speaking.
Open bite refers to the condition where your upper and lower incisors are not touching when your mouth is closed. This may result in teeth sensitivity and possibly speech issues such as a lisp.
i.Dental has been providing professional dental care services since 1989 and has been involved in Invisalign treatment since 2011.
We have provided treatment for a variety of teeth conditions and helped our patients achieve a straighter smile.
In 2014, i.Dental was appointed as the Invisalign Dedicated Clinic in Singapore by Align Technology.
This has given us priority access to Invisalign technology updates and training opportunities. With this, we are better equipped to help your child achieve his desired smile.
i.Dental began providing Invisalign treatment in 2011 and was awarded the Black Diamond Invisalign Provider status from 2015 to 2017 and 2019 to 2022. In 2018, the clinic was awarded the Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider status.
To date, we have completed more than 4,600 Invisalign cases with the help of our qualified dentists and technology.
On your first visit, our dentists will examine your teeth followed by records taking (X-rays, 3D iTero scans and intraoral photos) for a diagnosis of your teeth condition. With these records, our dentist will be able to analyse your facial features and facial profile and prepare a treatment plan for you.
Our dentists will use the 3D iTero Scanner to create a simulation of the movement of your teeth. You will be able to see the end result of the treatment through the simulation.
After the preview, our dentists will present and discuss the treatment plan together with you. It will include details such as the prices and duration of the treatment.
After you have approved your treatment plan, it will be sent to the Invisalign laboratory for manufacturing of the aligners.
The first deposit ($864) is to be paid once you confirmed the treatment plan.
After 6 – 8 weeks, you will be able to collect your Invisalign aligners.
During the collection, our dentists will advise you regarding the use of his aligners, including how long the aligners should be worn daily and how they can be kept clean.
You will need to visit the clinic every 8 – 12 weeks for a review session to ensure that your teeth are moving according to the treatment plan.
Alternatively, you can opt for Dental Monitoring, where your treatment progress is monitored by our dentist on a weekly basis. This allows our dentist to monitor the fit of your aligners remotely via AI-powered technology.
If your teeth are moving in accordance with the treatment plan, you can come back for reviews every 12 weeks instead.
After the treatment is completed, you will be required to wear retainers to keep your teeth in their new position.
Our clinic offers a variety of retainers to choose from – Hawley Retainers, Clear Retainers, Permanent Retainers, Vivera Retainers. Vivera Retainers, which are manufactured by Invisalign, are recommended for their material quality.
Price:
*Prices quoted do not include other dental treatments such as extractions, fillings and cleaning.
Invisalign Teen treatment price ranges from $4,800 – $8,800, depending on the condition of your teeth.
For your first visit, you can opt for a full orthodontic consult package which costs $237.60 (includes GST). The package includes X-rays, 3D iTero scans, oral examination, intraoral photo takings and a consultation session with the dentist.
You are evaluated on whether you are suitable for Invisalign Teen based on your dentition condition instead of your age.
Patients with permanent, erupting permanent, or mixed dentition are suitable candidates.
Invisalign Teen treatment typically takes 12 – 24 months.
However, treatment time may vary according to the severity of your teeth misalignment and compliance with the treatment plan.
Invisalign aligners must be worn for 20 – 22 hours daily.
You should only remove the aligners when eating and cleaning your teeth.
The aligners should be changed approximately every 1 – 2 weeks.
If you lose your aligners, please contact us immediately to get a replacement so that you can continue with your treatment plan as soon as possible.
You will have to wear your retainers after the treatment ends. Wearing retainers will ensure that your teeth do not shift back to their original positions over time.
If the retainers become discoloured, start to fall apart or no longer fit your teeth, they should be replaced.
Resource: Guide to Invisalign in Singapore
