Dental gutter: prices, othodontic treatments and reviews

Orthodontics has made great strides in the last few decades and now offers solutions that are as discreet as they are effective with dental aligners.

Having perfectly aligned teeth is not only aesthetic, but also allows for impeccable oral hygiene, which is not possible with teeth that overlap or are too close together.

If you wish to start a treatment with aligners, do not hesitate to make an appointment for a personalized study:

What are dental aligners?

Dental aligners are removable appliances that can have three functions:

1. Orthodontics: to straighten misaligned, overlapping teeth and bite defects of the jaw;
2. Aesthetic: for teeth whitening;
3. Nocturnes: anti-snoring and anti-bruxism for the peace of the households at night!

In this article we are interested in the orthodontic dental splint.

The design and advantages of the dental splint

A dental aligner is a removable appliance that looks like a mouth guard. Its thickness does not exceed one millimeter.

Prescribed by the orthodontist, it is made of a transparent resin that has been extensively researched to ensure that it does not present any health risks. As a precautionary measure, we strongly advise against buying aligners from anyone other than a dentist or orthodontist.

The dental tray allows you to align your teeth, move them forward or backward, tighten them or spread them. To speed up the treatment, they can be worn all the time, except while you are eating.

The trays can also solve malocclusion problems, which can be painful and have a bad influence on eating, causing digestive system disorders.

Since the mouthpiece does not contain any metal, you do not risk injury as is the case with braces. Made of semi-rigid materials, they constrain the position of your teeth, but much less violently than braces and are therefore much more comfortable.

As a result, the treatment usually takes a little longer, as it has less grip on the teeth and therefore moves them more slowly. The advantage is that it is less painful, although you may feel some tension.

Being invisible, dental aligners are much less painful to wear. The braces can be spotted from far away because of the almost black horizontal line that crosses your smile. The gutters are made of an invisible material that is barely noticeable unless you are really close.

Oral hygiene with orthodontic aligners

You wear your trays at all times, except during meals. This makes brushing your teeth easier because you remove them, unlike other devices where food debris gets stuck.

Be sure to brush your teeth after eating before putting them back in. Otherwise, the plaque gets trapped and settles more quickly.

Who should use orthodontic aligners?

The answer is simple: to everyone! Braces were originally prescribed only for children and adolescents. They have subsequently been prescribed to adults, particularly in the United States. However, it must be admitted that the rings are sometimes difficult to accept, even if they have made progress in terms of visibility with more discreet white rings.

Given the size of the market, it's not surprising that research has focused on a system that is virtually invisible, but which must be equally effective. This is how transparent gutters came into being.

They are suitable for all ages, and if you were not treated as a child or teenager, there is still time to straighten your teeth.

Orthodontic aligners accommodate implants, crowns and other prostheses. Your dentist will determine if you are eligible for orthodontic aligners, but there are few cases where they are not suitable.

Here is an instructional video on gutters:

How long does orthodontic treatment with aligners last?

The duration of the treatment will depend on the extent of the problem and the age of the patient. A young jaw is more malleable and will take less time to grind. The average duration is between 6 months and 2 years.

However, even if you have to undergo the longest treatment, you will have the satisfaction of seeing your smile improve day by day.

Dental gutter: how does it work?

At your first appointment, the orthodontist will establish a treatment plan. It determines the steps according to the objective to be reached and carries out a 3D computer simulation for this purpose. This allows us to establish a schedule with the change of the gutters.

He makes a mold of your jaws, in order to have your custom-made aligners made. You will wear each mouthpiece for two weeks and change to a new model, adapted to the evolution of your jaw.

Regular dental appointments are used to check that the movements in the mouth are as expected. If necessary, the practitioner adjusts the treatment.

How much does it cost?

First of all, you should know that dental aligners are partially covered by the Social Security only until the age of 16. It's up to you to check what conditions your complementary health insurance offers.

The price depends of course on the length of your treatment and is usually a little more expensive than traditional metal braces. In general, it is necessary to count an average of 2000 € per semester.

However, there are brands that offer more economical packages, with fixed rates based on the complexity of the case. This is notably the case of DrSmile, a German brand that already works with dozens of dental practices in France.

Orthodontic aligners are a little more expensive than traditional metal braces, but they are just as effective, less painful, and more aesthetically pleasing. You can see why they are becoming more and more popular and common.