Invisalign aligners are a modern teeth straightening system for adults and teenagers, often referred to as “clear orthodontics.” The treatment involves a series of custom-made transparent aligners that are virtually invisible on the teeth and gradually correct the bite.

During treatment:

• There are no metal wires or brackets.
• No metal involved — an ideal solution for patients with allergies.
• No trauma to the oral mucosa.
• Easier to maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of tartar formation.
• Aligners are easily removable during teeth brushing and meals.

The orthodontists at the Doctor Dent clinic in Astana, who are certified Invisalign specialists, explain the benefits of these clear aligners, whether they are suitable for everyone, and how the bite correction process works.

Our clinic’s orthodontists are certified in the Invisalign system and have extensive practical experience in bite correction with aligners.

3D Scanning Without Impressions — instead of traditional molds, a digital scanner is used to create a precise virtual model of the teeth.

3D Diagnostics (CBCT) — examinations are conducted using modern equipment with optimal radiation exposure.

3D Dental Software — digital treatment planning allows you to see the future result even before the correction begins.

Comprehensive Preparation — professional oral hygiene and caries treatment (if necessary) are performed within our clinic, eliminating the need to visit other medical centers.

Treatment with clear aligners is effective for the following orthodontic issues:

• Crowding of teeth;
• Narrowing of the dental arches;
• Increased gaps between teeth (diastemas and tremas);
• Bite pathologies: open, deep, mesial, cross, and distal bites;
• Preparation for implantation and prosthetics.

Aligners allow for comprehensive bite correction and tooth alignment with high precision.

The patient wears transparent aligners, regularly replacing them with new ones according to a set schedule. Each subsequent aligner differs from the previous one by one stage of tooth movement.

After installing a new aligner, the teeth gradually shift into the desired position. The process occurs sequentially — step by step — until the planned result is achieved.

To enhance the effect, special composite elements are used — small transparent attachments on the tooth enamel. These points create directed pressure to rotate or tilt a tooth.

Aligners affect the teeth simultaneously from all sides — both the outer and inner surfaces. Unlike some bracket systems that primarily work from one side, aligners provide an even distribution of force.

In complex clinical cases, additional elements may be used: buttons, mini-screws, or elastic bands — just as in traditional orthodontic treatment.

The aligner construction precisely controls the position of the teeth and prevents unwanted shifts, making the treatment predictable and safe.

Replacement of aligners is done independently — once every 1 or 2 weeks, depending on the treatment plan. Each aligner is individually numbered to prevent confusion.

If an aligner is lost, a quick replacement is provided.

The average duration of a bite correction course is 6 to 18 months.

Scheduled visits to the orthodontist at Doctor Dent occur approximately once every 4–6 weeks.

To achieve results, aligners must be worn for at least 22 hours a day. They can only be removed during meals and oral hygiene. Treatment with aligners requires discipline and adherence to the orthodontist’s recommendations.

Modern aligners can correct most bite issues. However, in specific cases, braces may be a more effective method. The appropriate treatment option is determined during the primary consultation after diagnostics.

At the Doctor Dent clinic in Astana, we work with all modern bracket systems: metal, ceramic, sapphire, and lingual.

Aligners perfectly replicate the shape of the dental arches and fit snugly against the tooth surface. Due to their transparency and precise contour, they look completely natural — similar to clear contact lenses for the eyes.

This is especially important for executives, public figures, and patients for whom aesthetics during treatment are of great importance. Aligners are easily removed and put on independently and do not stain during meals since they must be removed during eating.

Invisalign aligners are manufactured from the innovative SmartTrack material. It combines elasticity for a snug fit and resilience for controlled pressure on the teeth. Each set is custom-made following a digital 3D scan of the patient’s teeth.

Invisalign is a patented technology from the American company Align Technology, recognized worldwide. Millions of patients with various bite disorders have undergone treatment with these aligners. The system has an extensive clinical database of completed cases, ensuring a scientifically based and predictable result.

1. First Visit to the Orthodontist
   3D diagnostics (CBCT), digital teeth scanning, bite analysis, and discussion of the treatment plan using the 3D Dental program.
2. Preparatory Stage
   Professional hygiene and dental treatment if necessary.
3. Second Visit
   Final scanning and demonstration of the digital model of your future smile. The patient sees the step-by-step movement of the teeth and can discuss the details of the result. Data is sent to the manufacturer’s laboratory to produce the custom set of aligners.
4. Course of Treatment
   Fitting the aligners, installing auxiliary elements, regular follow-up visits, and receiving new sets of aligners.
5. Completion of Treatment
   Final cleaning, teeth polishing, and stabilization of the result with retainers.

Bite correction with aligners is considered a premium orthodontic direction and may cost more than treatment with braces.

The Doctor Dent clinic offers step-by-step payment: part of the amount is paid on the day of scanning to order the individual set, and the remainder is distributed in equal installments over the entire treatment period. The exact cost is calculated individually following the orthodontist’s consultation and digital treatment planning.