What is Inman Aligner Treatment?
The Inman Aligner
is a removable orthodontic appliance and is an easy and hassle-free way of
straightening crowded or protruding front teeth. It works best on the upper and
lower front teeth as it is restricted in terms
of the amount of movement it can achieve but the results can be very dramatic
for suitable patients. The
Inman Aligner gives a very real alternative to fixed or clear braces which work
well but are slow and can be costly. This orthodontic device works very quickly
and efficiently and your front teeth can be guided to an ideal position in as
little as 6-18 weeks.
The Inman Aligner
is visible and looks similar to a gumshield, with a clear casing that covers
the teeth, and so it is still less visible than a conventional brace. It is
also removable which means you can take it out for special occasions.
What happens during treatment?
The procedure starts with an initial consultation between
you and the orthodontist. He or she will examine your teeth before taking a
series of x-rays of your mouth. They will also take an impression of your teeth
using a putty filled mould. This mould is used to form a cast which acts as a
guide for the design of your brace. Once your brace is ready you will be fitted
with it. It may take a few days to get used to wearing it but this is very
common as your mouth has to adjust to wearing this new device. Your speech may
be slightly affected and you may salivate a little more however this settles
down once you are used to wearing it after the first couple of weeks. The Inman
Aligner should ideally be worn for 20-24 hours a day – the longer you wear it
the quicker the results.
The Inman Aligner works by a push-pull mechanism - it
utilizes a coiled Nickel Titanium spring to create force on the inside of the
back of the teeth (the ‘lingual’ side). A metal bar rests across the front of
the teeth which gently squeezes the teeth into their correct position.
Does it hurt?
Treatment with an Inman Aligner can cause some initial
discomfort to the patient in the first 3-7 days. However, the level of discomfort
is very similar to that experienced by patients who have been fitted with a
traditional wire and bracket brace.
What is the cost?
Typically the cost starts at around £1000 for one arch
and may rise to £3000 for two.
Aftercare
Once your teeth are correctly aligned you will need to
maintain your new smile in its improved position. This can be achieved either by
using a clear snap in retainer worn at night (usually 2 nights a week) or by
gluing a retainer behind the teeth where it will not be seen but will support
them in their new position.
Further
Information
If you
require further information then check out the NHS website article about Root
Canal Treatment:
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