How The Treatment Works

The SDA Process

Consultation & Digital Smile Assessment

(30-45 minutes)

Your treatment begins with a detailed orthodontic consultation to assess tooth position, bite alignment, and smile goals. Digital scans may be used to create a highly accurate 3D model of your teeth, supporting precise treatment planning without traditional impressions.

Personalized Treatment Planning

Using digital planning technology, each stage of tooth movement is carefully mapped to ensure controlled and predictable progress. This allows us to design a series of aligners tailored to your smile and desired outcome.

Custom Aligner Therapy

Your aligners are custom-made and worn daily, typically for 20-22 hours per day. Each set is worn for approximately 1-2 weeks before moving to the next stage in the series, gradually guiding your teeth into improved alignment.

Digital intraoral scanning technology may be used during planning to create precise 3D models, improving treatment accuracy, comfort, and predictability.

Progress Reviews & Smile Refinement

Regular review appointments allow us to monitor progress and ensure treatment is progressing as planned. Minor adjustments may be made if required to optimize final results.

Retention & Long-Term Stability

Once treatment is complete, retainers are typically recommended to help maintain your new smile and prevent unwanted tooth movement over time.