What are Aligners ?
Aligners are custom-made, medical-grade polyurethane trays. They are free from Bisphenol-A and phthalate plasticizers. They work to straighten your teeth using a series of specially designed plastic trays created specifically to treat your smile. The most well known “brand” of aligners are Invisalign.
What is Invisalign®?
Invisalign, developed by Align Technology, stands as a leading medical device company that manufactures clear aligners for orthodontic correction. Widely embraced by general dentists and orthodontists alike, Invisalign revolutionized orthodontic treatment in the early 2000s by offering a clear alternative to traditional braces. With the use of clear aligners for milder cases, patients gained the ability to straighten their teeth discreetly, without the visibility of braces.
Invisalign’s enduring popularity stems from its extensive direct-to-consumer marketing efforts which now includes marketing to children. Their marketing also features doctors more prominently when they perform greater case numbers with Invisalign in their area. This is evident as general dentists are promoted before orthodontic specialists on the doctor locator.
At Olson Orthodontics, we prioritize patient-centric treatment planning and resist pressures to promote aligners indiscriminately. Therefore we have embraced the forefront of aligner technology and resisted aligner sales pressures by fabricating aligners in our new state of the art lab!
Introducing Olson Aligners
Welcome to the future of orthodontics! Olson Orthodontics has embraced cutting-edge technology to create custom clear aligners for your flawless smile. Aligners have revolutionized orthodontic treatment, and now the power to digitally shift teeth and craft clear aligners is in our hands! But what are the advantages of having your orthodontist design and produce your aligners directly? You’ll enjoy convenience, cost savings, and enhanced efficiency
Olson Aligners are produced in our office, right here in YORK PA! Dr. Olson does not need to communicate with a technician to generate a plan, which can take days. Our 3D printing capability allows us to print digital models of your teeth, which are then used to produce your aligners. There is no wait for aligners to be shipped from facilities in other countries such as Mexico. We can deliver your first set of aligners in as little as a day!
We have eliminated the large lab/marketing fees associated with commercial facilities and have taken control of aligner production, without any sacrifice in quality of product or care. We simply put the cost of your aligners into manufacturing your aligners. You may be surprised at how much you can save when you’re not paying for advertising. We are proud to pass that cost savings to you.
Aligners are manufactured based on predicted tooth movement. But much like the weather, predictions are much less accurate the farther out they go. Unlike Invisalign, which may produce as many as 60 stages of aligners, we keep our stages limited to no more than 5. Yes, that is correct, just 5 stages are produced at a time. This means if a tooth is not tracking as predicted, we scan you immediately, and correct this right away, rather than have you finish out all of those ill fitting aligners. So there is no need for vibrating devices to try and get the aligners to “fit” better. They should simply fit accurately on your teeth.
It all starts in our office with a 5-minute scan on our Itero intraoral imaging system. This process generates a 3D digital model of your teeth and is much easier and less messy than traditional impressions. After your scan, we digitally orchestrate tooth alignment, offering you a 3D visualization of your future smile. Once the desired outcome is achieved, a series of models are printed and are used to manufacture your custom aligners.
Olson Aligners are proudly crafted in the USA under complete doctor supervision. Experience the best of both worlds: top-notch orthodontic care and the indulgence of a personalized aligner system, all aimed at achieving your flawless smile. You deserve it!
Check out why Aligners are Awesome:
Keep Your Teeth Clean: With these removable aligners, it’s super easy to keep your teeth squeaky clean, way better than with those metal braces.
Stay Low-Key: If you want your orthodontic treatment to be a secret or you just don’t dig the look of metal braces, these clear aligners are like your invisible sidekick.
Food Freedom: Unlike metal braces that limit what you can munch on, you can eat whatever you like with these aligners. Just pop them out when it’s chow time.
No More Ouch: These aligners are made from soft stuff that won’t bug your mouth like metal braces do. Plus, you won’t need as many tweaks.
Protect Those Pearly Whites: If you grind or clench your teeth at night, these aligners double as guards to save your teeth from wear and tear.
