Invisalign First (Wireless Orthodontics for Children)
What is Invisalign First (Wireless Orthodontic) Treatment?
Invisalign First (Wireless Orthodontic) treatment is a method used to straighten crooked and spaced teeth in children using custom-made transparent trays (aligners).
In Invisalign treatment, transparent trays that wrap around the teeth are used. Invisalign First treatment is applied to child patients aged between 6-12 years. It is similar to the adult Invisalign treatment method, and the custom-made transparent trays are produced to fit a child’s mouth structure.
For children to start orthodontic treatment with transparent trays, they should have lost their baby teeth and at least partially erupted their second molars.
In which types of cases is wireless orthodontic treatment applied for children?
In wireless orthodontic treatment for children:
Cases where the upper jaw is protruding
Cases where the lower jaw is protruding
Cases with crossbite
How long does transparent tray treatment last for children? (Invisalign First)
The required treatment duration can vary depending on the amount of misalignment in the teeth.
The treatment duration with transparent trays for children varies depending on the severity of the dental misalignment.
For simple cases, the treatment duration with transparent trays is 12 weeks.
For advanced cases, the treatment duration with transparent trays can be 30 weeks or more.
Invisalign transparent trays should be worn for at least 20-22 hours per day.
While the usage duration of transparent trays for children ranges from 5 to 7 days, the tray replacement duration for adults ranges from 10 to 14 days.
What should be considered in Invisalign First treatments?
The most important thing to consider in these treatments is the usage duration of the prepared trays. Dental movements can only be achieved by applying constant forces during treatment.
Interrupting the use of the trays or removing them for extended periods during the day, resulting in less than 20 hours of daily usage, can prevent the desired dental movements from occurring, even if the teeth are exposed to forces during usage.
It is important to remove the trays used in the treatment before eating, consuming hot or acidic beverages. They can be stored in their box during meals and drinks and reinserted afterward.
Using the trays during meals can make eating more challenging and can cause damage to the tray due to chewing pressures. Hot and acidic foods or beverages can also cause deformations on the tray’s surface.
