VPC, Refinement, or Retainers? When are you DONE with that Invisalign or Clear Aligner Case?

VPC, Refinement, or Retainers? When are you DONE with that Invisalign or Clear Aligner Case?

A. Dr. Amanda's guidance on decision-making in late-stage Invisalign treatment

B. Three main options: refinement, Virtual Power Chain (VPC), or transitioning to retainers

II. Assessing Alignment

A. Dr. Amanda advises patients to assess tooth alignment

B. Suggests taking a panoramic X-ray for root alignment confirmation

C. Encourages subjective evaluation by patients

D. Advocates involving friends and family for input

III. Alignment Satisfaction

A. If both patient and dentist are content with alignment, no further adjustments are needed

IV. Checking the Bite

A. Emphasizing the importance of even posterior occlusion

B. Stressing the avoidance of anterior occlusion between specific teeth

C. The necessity of addressing bite issues if they persist

V. Refinement

A. Explains the need for refinement to balance occlusion

B. Mention potential additional tooth adjustments or IPR (interproximal reduction)

C. Stress on checking for open contacts after refinement

D. Importance of documenting open contact locations

VI. Open Contacts Resolution

A. Discuss common occurrences of open contacts

B. Suggest measuring and documenting open contact locations accurately

C. Options for addressing open contacts: VPC, ghost IPR, or additional refinement

VII. Transition to Retainers

A. Occurs when there are no open contacts left

B. Signifies achievement of desired results

VIII. Summary

A. Dr. Amanda's comprehensive guidance on Invisalign progress assessment

B. Prioritizing patient input and collaboration for optimal outcomes in each case

Dr. Amanda advises Invisalign patients on key decisions as treatment nears completion. Patients should assess teeth alignment and bite, involving others for input. Refinement or Virtual Power Chain (VPC) may be needed if issues persist. Addressing open contacts is crucial, with VPC or refinement as options. If none, the successful treatment concludes with retainers. Dr. Amanda's patient-centric approach prioritizes collaboration for optimal outcomes.