Orthodontics
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are removable transparent trays worn in sequence. Each tray applies small, planned forces that move teeth gradually towards the agreed final position.
Treatment overview
Treatment begins with records and a digital plan showing the intended movement of each tooth. A series of aligners is then produced from that plan.
Aligners are removed for eating and cleaning, which makes oral hygiene easier than with fixed appliances. In exchange, results depend heavily on wearing them for the prescribed number of hours each day.
Small tooth-coloured attachments are often bonded to some teeth to help the aligners grip and deliver specific movements.
Why patients consider clear aligners
- Mild to moderate crowding or spacing.
- A preference for a less visible appliance.
- Relapse after previous orthodontic treatment.
- Preparing tooth position before restorative or cosmetic work.
Consultation and suitability
Not every case can be treated with aligners. Complex movements sometimes need fixed appliances or a combined approach.
Gum health and decay are addressed before orthodontic treatment begins.
Aligner treatment depends on consistent wear; this commitment is discussed openly beforehand.
A clinical examination is required before any treatment plan can be confirmed. Suitability depends on your individual oral health.
The treatment process
Assessment
Examination, photographs, radiographs and a digital scan.
Digital plan
A planned sequence of movement is prepared and reviewed with you.
Aligner production
The series of trays is manufactured from the approved plan.
Wear phase
Each aligner is worn as instructed, changing to the next at the intervals given.
Monitoring
Progress is reviewed and the plan refined if teeth are not tracking as expected.
Retention
Retainers are provided at the end of treatment and are needed long term.
Aftercare
- Wear aligners for the number of hours prescribed — this is the single biggest factor in the outcome.
- Remove aligners to eat and drink anything other than water.
- Clean the aligners and your teeth before replacing the trays.
- Wear retainers as instructed after treatment; teeth tend to move back without them.
Limitations and risks
Every treatment has trade-offs. These are the ones worth understanding before you decide.
- Aligners are not suitable for every type of movement.
- Insufficient wear time leads to slower progress or an unfinished result.
- Attachments may be visible on some teeth during treatment.
- Mild speech adaptation and pressure after each change are common.
- Relapse occurs without long-term retainer wear.
Who would carry this out
Esra Namlı
Dentist
Umut Çağdaş Ateş
Dentist
Which clinician carries out your treatment is confirmed by the clinic. Names and titles are published exactly as supplied.
Frequently asked questions
Your clinician will give a specific figure; aligner treatment generally requires wear for most of the day and night, removing them only to eat and clean.
No. Suitability depends on the movements required. An assessment determines whether aligners, fixed braces, or a combination is appropriate.
Yes. Retention is a permanent part of orthodontic treatment, whichever appliance is used.
Often yes, though attachments bond differently to ceramic. This is assessed as part of planning.
Related treatments
Medical disclaimer. Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes and does not replace a clinical examination or professional dental advice. Treatment suitability, duration and outcomes vary by patient.