A new solution designed to address skeletal expansion in growing patients.
Offering a removable, safe and clinically effective alternative to traditional metal palatal expanders, it meets the needs of young patients, including teenagers, who make up the majority of orthodontic cases initiated worldwide.
Each device within the Invisalign palatal expander system it is customized according to the patient's unique anatomy based on a 3D digital scanning Align's iTero™. A treatment plan and appliance design are then created using Align's proprietary AI-powered orthodontic software.
Dr. Sandra Tai, an orthodontist from Vancouver, Canada, who participated in the limited launch program for Align's Invisalign Palatal Expander System, praised the system, stating, "The Invisalign Palatal Expander System is a game-changer, alleviating the most common challenges with palatal expansion, including maintaining proper hygiene, emergency appointments, tightening the aligners, and parents' fears of causing pain to their child during treatment." She further emphasized that this removable system promotes oral hygiene while providing an effective and comfortable treatment experience, resulting in high levels of parental satisfaction.
The Invisalign Palatal Expander system is currently available It is currently available in a limited way in Canada (except Quebec) and is expected to be available in other markets after receiving regulatory approvals., from 2024 onwards.
We can't wait to try it!!
