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Suggest Treatment For Excessive Gap Between The Teeths

Posted on Thu, 19 Mar 2015

Question: I am 34 years old male. I have excessive gaps in my teeth. I guess it's hereditary as my mother also has it. From long time I have been thinking of getting some treatment as it effects my confidence whenever I smile. I have consulted at few locations and there were two suggestions - Invisalign or Clearpath product of aligners. Both have hinted at over an year ol treatment. I would like to get an opinion on what are pros and cons of the two. Are there any side effects of these ? How about relapse after treatment in the long run?
Secondly, are there any other procedures I should evaluate.
I can share pictures of the model created.

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
clearpath, invisalign, advantages

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.
As far as the gaps in the teeth is concerned, it can be treated with the help of either invisalign or clearpath. Both have good success rate. Following are the advantages of invisalign, it has best (patented) materials including non-bisphenol-A (NON BPA) medical grade polyurethane trays, with a proven history of success, Timely managed models and trays depending upon the movement of the teeth required.
Clear path also has advantages such as, it uses 3 dimensional recording of the images, robotic made models and aligners.
But both are not indicated in all cases. If the teeth are too crowded, then these options cannot be used. Both the treatments does not require frequent visits to dentists.
Regarding the relapse, you need to wear a retainer for 3-6months or a permanent retainer following treatment to prevent relapse.
If you can upload the images then i can tell you exactly to what treatment you can opt for.
I hope my answer will help you, take care.
If any queries are there, reply me back.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (12 hours later)

Dear Dr XXXXXXX

Thank you! I am trying to attach the images but it is not going. Is there any other way to send the same?
Also, i would like to inform you though i am from XXXXXXX but i am based in XXXXXXX My holiday times are generally too short therefore i cannot avail this treatment from XXXXXXX and have to look at options here. I have some basic information that both Invis-align and Clear-path products are available here.
I would also appreciate some indication of cost from you for both these options.

Regards,
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
invisalign, 1.5 to 2 lakhs, clear path treatment 65k to 1lakh rupees

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your feed back. The cost of the invisalign treatment may range from 1.5 to 2 lakhs or 2500 to 3500 dollars. Clear path treatment may range from 65000 to 1lakh rupees.

If you are unable to upload, you can mail the images to YYYY@YYYY with subject as "Attn: Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S".

I hope i have answered your query. If any queries are there, reply me back.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (51 minutes later)

Hi,

Please see the pictures as attached with reference to the question for your advice.

Regards,
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Mahesh Kumar T S (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
clearpath, invisalign, orthodontist consultation

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for uploading the images, I have gone through the images.
As per the images, you have generalized spacing and deep bite. Nothing to be panic, you can just take a opinion from orthodontist whether the deep bite can be corrected with invisalign or clear path treatment. Because, the spacing can be corrected by the invisalign or clear path.
I hope my answer will be help you, take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E