Orthodontics
Personalised orthodontic care with clear aligners or metal braces, selected around your bite, lifestyle and treatment needs.
Orthodontic treatment at Dentica begins with an examination, photographs, bite records and a precise digital scan. This allows us to assess tooth movement and recommend either removable clear aligners or fixed metal braces according to the complexity of the case.
Clear aligners are discreet, smooth and removable for eating and cleaning, and can suit many mild-to-moderate alignment problems. Metal braces remain a versatile choice for complex tooth movements and significant bite correction. The goal with either option is a balanced, stable and healthy smile.
How the treatment works
- 01
Digital scan & photos
Intraoral scans, photographs and bite records capture your starting point.
- 02
Treatment planning
We assess case complexity, discuss clear aligners and metal braces, and present the recommended plan and estimated timeline.
- 03
Active alignment
Clear aligners are usually changed every 7–14 days and worn about 22 hours daily; metal braces are adjusted at scheduled visits.
- 04
Retention & follow-up
Removable or bonded retainers keep the result stable long term.
What it delivers
- Clear aligners or fixed metal braces
- Precise digital scan without traditional impressions
- Digital preview for clear-aligner treatment
- Personalised monitoring and retention plan
Clear aligners
Discreet and removable
Metal braces
Fixed and versatile
Aligner wear
About 22 hours daily
Aligner changes
Every 7–14 days
Retention
Required after treatment
Who is it for?
Crowded teeth
Clear aligners can suit many mild-to-moderate cases; complex crowding may benefit from fixed braces.
Spaces between teeth
Both systems can gradually close suitable gaps and improve smile balance.
Rotated or crooked teeth
The recommended system depends on the amount and type of movement required.
Bite correction
Overbite, underbite and crossbite require individual assessment; complex cases may need fixed braces or combined care.
Adults and teenagers
Clear aligners offer a discreet option for patients able to follow the daily wear schedule.
Complex tooth movement
Metal braces provide continuous control without relying on removable-appliance wear compliance.
Clear aligners or metal braces?
Metal braces
- Fixed to the teeth throughout treatment
- Highly versatile for complex movements and bite correction
- Does not depend on remembering daily wear
- Visible brackets and wires
- Requires careful cleaning around the appliance
Clear aligners
- Nearly invisible during everyday wear
- Removable for meals, brushing and flossing
- Smooth material with less cheek and gum irritation
- Digitally planned with a preview of proposed tooth movement
- Require consistent wear for about 22 hours each day
Treatment time varies by diagnosis, biological response and cooperation. Clear aligners may be faster in selected mild-to-moderate cases, while complex cases can require metal braces or a combined approach.
Common questions
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