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At Duncan Dental, we are proud to offer Kiwi Smile clear aligners to our patients in Tauranga. These innovative aligners provide an effective and discreet solution for straightening teeth. Below, we answer some frequently asked questions about Kiwi Smile clear aligners to help you understand how they can help you achieve your dream smile.
Kiwi Smile clear aligners come in multiple sets, each designed to gently guide your teeth towards their final position. The number of sets required varies depending on the amount of movement needed to achieve your desired results. Each new set brings your teeth one step closer to your perfect smile.
Our aligners are crafted from Medical Grade Zendura FLX Thermoplastic, ensuring a comfortable fit similar to your favourite pair of summer jandals. These aligners are BPA-free and meticulously designed to fit your teeth while working diligently to move them from point A to point B.
During your appointment at our Tauranga clinic, we will assess your suitability for Kiwi Smile clear aligners. This system is ideal for minor to moderate teeth corrections, including gaps, crowding, and rotations.
If you are eligible for our aligners, you will typically need to wait six weeks after having your wisdom teeth extracted before starting treatment with Kiwi Smile clear aligners. Discuss this timeline with your dentist during your assessment.
Yes, our aligners can work for those with implants. This will be evaluated during your in-practice appointment to determine the best approach for your treatment.
Yes, our aligners can be effective for individuals with missing teeth. This will also be assessed during your in-practice appointment to ensure the best treatment plan for you.
The average treatment time for most smiles is between 6 to 9 months. However, the exact duration will depend on your specific needs and the complexity of your case.
Clear aligners are suitable for individuals who have all their adult teeth. With parental consent, treatment can begin from age 14, provided all adult teeth are present and a guardian signs our treatment consent form.
To ensure a smooth and successful treatment process, we have established the following warranty protocols regarding Dental Monitoring scans and aligner progression:
• Compliance with Dental Monitoring: To maintain your warranty and eligibility for refinement aligners, adhere strictly to your Dental Monitoring obligations.
• Check-In Protocol: Complete check-ins within 48 hours of the due time. If unable to do so, notify the Kiwi Smile monitoring team for approval before the check-in becomes overdue.
• Adherence to Aligner Schedule: Advancing to the next set of aligners without authorization from the Dental Monitoring app will void your warranty and make you ineligible for refinement aligners.
• Reporting Misplaced or Damaged Aligners: Notify the monitoring team through the Dental Monitoring app if your aligners are misplaced or damaged. You will be assessed to determine whether you can move forward to the next set or need to revert to the previous set while replacements are manufactured.
• Retention of Previous Aligners: Retain at least the previous set of aligners after progressing to a new set. This ensures that you can revert to the previous set to maintain tooth positions during the manufacturing of replacement aligners.
• Cost of Replacement Aligners: There will be a cost associated with the manufacture of replacement aligners.
If your teeth still require alignment after the initial treatment plan, we provide refinement aligners. To qualify, you must meet the requirements stated in our terms and conditions.
Your treatment will be monitored using our revolutionary Dental Monitoring System. A trained member of our staff will oversee your progress, assessed using powerful Artificial Intelligence. If you have any questions or need assistance, you can message our team through the Dental Monitoring App on your phone, and we will respond promptly.
Absolutely. After your in-practice assessment, we will create a 3D Treatment Plan. This plan will show the current position of your teeth and the movements needed to achieve your desired smile.
While it is possible to use aligners on just the upper or lower teeth, it is generally recommended to align both arches for improved occlusion. Discuss this with your dentist during your assessment.
For the best results, wear your aligners for the entire time as directed by your treatment plan. You should remove them only for eating and drinking, but ensure that the prescribed plan is followed closely.
While there may be some tenderness when you switch to a new set of aligners, this is normal and indicates that your teeth are moving as intended. If you experience persistent pain, do not hesitate to contact your local partner practice.
Congratulations on completing your treatment! To maintain your new smile, wear the provided retainer for 22 hours a day for the first three months, except when eating or drinking. After that, wear the retainer every night for 10 hours. We recommend replacing your retainers every six months, which can be ordered from us using the same name as your original order to easily locate your dental files.
For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit Duncan Dental and start your journey towards a beautiful smile with Kiwi Smile clear aligners.
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