National Dentex Labs

While clear aligners have emerged as game-changers in orthodontic treatment, they initially faced some challenges in bringing about certain movements. This goes back to the basics of aligner biomechanics. Aligners move teeth by applying controlled forces, but for optimal efficiency, they must achieve a snug fit around the tooth’s crown. The greater the contact to the surface area, the more effectively these forces can facilitate movement.

Clear aligners have revolutionized orthodontic treatment as we know it, offering an alternative to conventional fixed braces. One critical step shared by both of these treatment modalities is accurate and comprehensive record-taking. Patient records are more than just diagnostic tools that are essential to treatment planning. They must be taken with great precision to ensure that planned tooth movements are executed both effectively and efficiently throughout the patient's NDX Aligners treatment journey.