Mouthpiece Orthodontics

First of all

In recent years, mouthpiece orthodontics has gained a lot of attention as a way to straighten teeth. There are two main types of aligners: Invisalign and Aso Aligner. Both methods involve wearing a clear mouthpiece to move teeth, but each has its own characteristics.

What is invisalign?

invisalign is a mouthpiece orthodontic system developed by Align Technology, Inc. in the United States. It is the most popular mouthpiece orthodontic system in the world, and its main feature is that it is less noticeable when worn due to the use of a highly transparent mouthpiece.

Pros of invisalign

・High transparency of the mouthpiece makes it less noticeable
・The mouthpiece is comfortable to wear and does not use brackets or wires
・Relatively short treatment time

Cons of invisalign

・Relatively high treatment cost
・It takes time to start treatment because a dental mold must be sent to the USA before treatment can begin

What is Aso Aligner

Aso Aligner is a mouthpiece orthodontic system developed by the Japanese company Assoa. Similar to invisalign, it is a method of moving teeth by wearing a transparent mouthpiece, but Aso Aligner tends to be less expensive than invisalign.

Pros of Aso Aligner

・More affordable compared to invisalign
・As with invisalign, the highly transparent mouthpiece is less noticeable
・The mouthpiece is comfortable to wear without brackets or wires

Cons of Aso Aligner

・Treatment time can be longer than invisalign
・Failure to adhere to wearing time will make the alignment less effective

Which is right for you?

Invisalign and Aso Aligner are both clear aligner systems, but each has its own characteristics.

Invisalign is recommended for:

・Patients who value a discreet appearance
・Patients who want to shorten the treatment time

Aso Aligner is recommended for:

・Patients who want to keep costs down
・Patients who want to have a Made in Japan aligner

Which one is right for you depends on your own wishes and conditions. First of all, you should have a consultation at the dentist’s office to choose the treatment that best suits your situation.

Invisalign and Aso Aligner treatment at Ryu Clinic

We offer both Invisalign and Aso Aligner treatment in our clinic. We will recommend the best treatment option for you based on your needs and conditions.
In addition, our clinic is staffed by orthodontists who specialize in mouthpiece orthodontics and will closely monitor the progress of your treatment to ensure that it is safe and effective.
If you are considering mouthpiece orthodontic treatment, please contact our clinic.