Removable orthodontic appliances are used to correct dental alignment anomalies, maintain treatment results, or protect the teeth. This group includes:
- Orthodontic Plate
- Trainer
- Elastocorrector
- Orthodontic Headgear
- Aligners (Clear Aligners) – For correcting dental alignment
- Sports Guard (Mouthguard)
- Night Guard (Bruxism Guard / Anti-wear Mouthguard)
All appliances are custom-made according to the patient’s oral anatomy, ensuring maximum comfort and effectiveness.
Alignment with Clear Aligners
An aligner is a removable, transparent, and thin appliance that is almost invisible to the naked eye. During the treatment process, a series of trays are used, each designed to correct specific stages of dental anomalies.
Goal: Correction of mild dental alignment anomalies
Visit interval: Once every 2–3 weeks; if necessary, the doctor replaces the tray and moves to the next stage of treatment
Treatment duration: On average, from 6 months to 2 years Aligners are ideal for patients who need to maintain daily aesthetic comfort, as the tray is practically unnoticeable.
Alignment with Orthodontic Plates
A plate appliance consists of a plastic base and an arch wire, which is comfortable to use and easily adapts to the oral cavity.
Base properties: Glossy, thin, non-allergenic
Goal: Expansion of the jaw in one, two, or three planes; regulation of correct dental alignment
Visit interval: Once every 2 weeks; the doctor individually selects the required type of plate
Treatment duration: Individual, 1–4 years
Manufacturing time: Approximately 1.5 hours
Erkodent – A special plate used for allergic patients and in exceptionally sensitive cases.
Retainer
A retainer is an appliance that, upon completion of treatment, secures the achieved result and prevents teeth from shifting.
Removable types: Aligner-retainer, Plate-retainer, Elastocorrector
Fixed type: Lingual retainer (Bonded retainer)
Fixation time for fixed retainer: 30 minutes
Manufacturing time for removable retainer: 1.5 hours
Sports Guard (Mouthguard)
A sports guard is a thick, flexible appliance that protects teeth from trauma during sports activities.
Compatibility: Can be fixed over both braces and natural teeth.
Target group: Children and teenagers involved in sports activities.
Design: Transparent or various colors, including patterns.
Manufacturing time: 1.5 hours
At “Dens” clinic, all removable appliances are custom-made for each patient’s oral cavity using modern technologies and high-quality materials, ensuring comfort, efficiency, and aesthetics throughout the entire treatment period.