Clear Aligner Consultation & Treatment Planning
Clear Aligners
Book a Clear Aligner ConsultationClear aligners are transparent, removable orthodontic appliances that gradually guide teeth towards their planned positions. At our Bayan Lepas clinic in Penang, treatment is based on an assessment of your teeth, bite, oral health and orthodontic needs, with options available for suitable children, teenagers and adults.
What Clear Aligners Help With
Clear aligners may be considered for crowded or overlapping teeth, gaps, crooked or misaligned teeth, certain bite problems and relapsed tooth movement after previous orthodontic treatment.
They are not suitable for every orthodontic condition. The type and complexity of tooth movement required, your bite, oral health and ability to follow the prescribed wearing schedule all influence whether clear aligners are appropriate.
Who May Be Suitable for Clear Aligners?
Adults may consider clear aligners when they prefer a less noticeable, removable alternative to conventional metal braces. Suitability depends on the condition of the teeth, gums and bite rather than age alone.
Teenagers who can follow the required wearing and care instructions may also be suitable. For selected children, assessment additionally considers factors such as tooth eruption, jaw development, bite and the ability to follow treatment instructions.
Your Clear Aligner Treatment Journey
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Consultation and assessment
We assess your concerns, teeth, bite and overall oral health to determine whether clear aligners may be appropriate.
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Digital scanning and planning
Where appropriate, our iTero Element Plus captures a 3D digital impression without conventional impression moulds to support orthodontic assessment and planning.
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Personalised treatment plan
Planned stages of tooth movement are developed according to your alignment, bite and orthodontic goals.
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Aligner wear and care
You receive instructions for wearing, removing, cleaning and caring for your aligners.
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Progress monitoring
Scheduled reviews allow our dental team to evaluate tooth movement and manage your treatment.
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Retention
After active treatment, retainers are generally required to help maintain the corrected tooth positions.
Orthodontic and Clear Aligner Expertise
Our team includes clinicians with clear aligner and orthodontic experience. Founder and Principal Dentist Dr. Ooi Yee Sen is a Certified Invisalign Provider with a special interest in clear aligners and digital dentistry.
Orthodontist Dr. Ng Chun Hown holds MDS Ortho (HK), MOrth RCSEd and MOrth RCPS (Glasg) and is also a certified clear aligner provider. Dr. Samantha Wee Rong Kuey is a Certified Invisalign Provider with a special interest in braces, while Dr. Rachel Ng Sue Lyn holds FICCDE (Orthodontics) and has a special interest in orthodontics.
Find Out Whether Clear Aligners Suit You
An orthodontic assessment can help determine whether clear aligners, fixed braces or another approach is appropriate for your teeth and bite. Visit BestSmile Dental Clinic in Bayan Lepas, Penang to discuss your orthodontic needs and treatment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear aligners are transparent and generally less noticeable than conventional metal braces, but they are not literally invisible. Some treatment plans may also require attachments or other components.
Clear aligner treatment depends on consistent wear according to your dental team's instructions. Because the trays are removable, following the prescribed wearing schedule is an important part of treatment.
Treatment duration varies according to the amount and complexity of tooth movement required and your individual treatment plan. A more meaningful estimate can be provided after your teeth and bite have been assessed.
