Transparent Plaque
Introduction
Orthodontic treatments are applied to correct gaping, irregular and crooked teeth. Transparent plaque treatment is among the new treatment methods developed for the patient to get through the treatment process as comfortably as possible since it is a long process.
Overview
Transparent plaque procedure, or otherwise known as wireless orthodontic procesdure, is a type of treatment used instead of metal or porcelain wires that have been used for years. In the treatment of transparent plaque, transparent molds called plaques.
For transparent plaque treatment, the patient is measured by the specialist dentist. These measurements are scanned by a 3D scanner and personalized plaques are prepared. The improvement of the teeth as a result of the use of the plates prepared for weekly use is animated step by step through a computer simulation.
Benefits of transparent plaque
There are many benefits of transparent plaque, here are some of them :
• It does not have any wire appearance:
transparent plaque is a good alternative orthodontic treatment since it does not have any wire appearance in terms of aesthetics.
• It provides the opportunity to take a quick break from the treatment:
Being removable provides the opportunity to take a quick break from the treatment. They can be removed and worn by the patient during the day.
• The pain that they can cause is minimal:
The reason for the pain experienced in braces treatments is the force given to the teeth for 1 month progress. Since the transparent plates are produced for weekly progress, the pain they can cause is minimal.
• It prevents the person’s reservations and troubles in wire treatments:
Since the transparent plaque is not clear when speaking, the person’s reservations and troubles in wire treatments are prevented.
• There is no discomfort while eating:
Another advantage of the removable plates is that there is no discomfort while eating. The troubles experienced while eating on the wire plates are also prevented.
prepare for transparent plaque
If there are sick conditions in the mouth before the transparent plaque treatment, they should be treated first. Treatment should be started by providing oral hygiene with dental calculus cleaning and treatment of caries.
steps of transparent plaque procedure
A transparent plaque procedure includes the following steps:
Step 1-Taking the measurements from the mouth:
The dentist takes measurements from the mouth. It transfers this information to the computer with the three-dimensional scanning method.
Step 2- Obtaining the required dental molds:
The treatment plan scenario of the movement of the teeth is obtained on the computer. The treatment route is determined according to these scenarios. The desired tooth molds are removed from the three-dimensional printer. A flexible transparent plate is applied on these molds.
Step 3- preparing the plates to be used in the treatment:
A plate suitable for each step is prepared for the path to be covered in the treatment stages. Thus, the plates to be used in the treatment are prepared.
Step 4- Starting the treatment:
The plaques are taken after two weeks and placed in the mouth and the treatment is started.
transparent plaque aftercare
Transparent plaque need to be cleaned and maintained regularly to work effectively. You should clean this plaque at least twice a day.
This process will help prevent the accumulation of food debris, bacteria and tartar on the plaque. Additionally, teeth should be brushed after eating, and plaque should be placed on clean teeth.
side effects of transparent plaque
The side effects of the transparent plaque procedure are as follow:
• Tooth decay:
When wearing transparent plaque, food particles can get trapped between the teeth and the plaques, leading to plaque buildup and an increased risk of tooth decay.
• Gum disease:
Failure to brush and floss properly can lead to plaque and food debris accumulation along the gum line. This can lead to inflammation and potential gum disease.
• Tooth sensitivity:
Tooth sensitivity is one of the common transparent plaque side effects. This is mainly because the plaques are designed to move the teeth gradually, which can cause temporary discomfort and sensitivity.
What is a transparent plaque procedure?
Transparent plaque procedure, or otherwise known as wireless orthodontic procesdure, is a type of treatment used instead of metal or porcelain wires that have been used for years. In the treatment of transparent plaque, transparent molds called plaques.
What should I do before having a transparet plaque procedure?
If there are sick conditions in the mouth before the transparent plaque treatment, they should be treated first. Treatment should be started by providing oral hygiene with dental calculus cleaning and treatment of caries.
How do you get dental plaque?
The treatment plan scenario of the movement of the teeth is obtained on the computer. The treatment route is determined according to these scenarios. The desired tooth molds are removed from the three-dimensional printer. A flexible transparent plate is applied on these molds.
How long does it take for plaque to form?
The plaques are taken after two weeks and placed in the mouth and the treatment is started.
Does plaque cause tooth decay?
When wearing transparent plaque, food particles can get trapped between the teeth and the plaques, leading to plaque buildup and an increased risk of tooth decay.
Results
Transparent plaque is a thermoplastic plaque that is specially produced in 3D printers according to the person’s mouth and teeth structure. Transparent plaques are types of plaques that can be easily attached and removed from the teeth.
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