The Technology Behind Invisalign®
You may wonder what goes on at Invisalign® between the time that your dentist takes impressions of your teeth and when you receive your first set of aligners. State of the art computer technology plays a vital role in the process. In fact, Invisalign’s® high-volume, customized manufacturing process is the first of its kind in the world. The diagram below shows some of the ways advanced computer technology fits into the Invisalign®.
To ensure a high degree of accuracy throughout the process, impressions are taken of your teeth by your doctor.
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Your doctor sends Invisalign® your impressions which are used to make plaster models of your teeth. |
Using advanced imaging technology, Invisalign® transforms your plaster models into a highly accurate 3-D digital image. |
From your approved ClinCheck file, Invisalign® uses laser scanning to build a set of actual models that reflect each stage of your treatment plan. |
Using the Internet, the doctor reviews your ClinCheck file – if necessary, adjustments to the depicted plan are made. |
A computerized movie – called ClinCheck® – depicting the movement of your teeth from the beginning to the final position is created.
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Your customized set of aligners are made from these models, sent to your doctor, and given to you. You wear each aligner for about two weeks. |
After wearing all of your aligners in the series, you get the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted.
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