Clear aligners work on basic orthodontic principles. They are used for the correction of crowded teeth, gaps or rotation, while achieving the desired results in an organised and planned fashion. These customised trays are “nearly invisible” and move the teeth in the desired direction. This is achieved through wearing a series of clear aligners, each…
Read MoreWHAT CAN CLEAR ALIGNERS DO FOR YOUR PRACTICE? What are clear aligners? Clear aligners have been developed to specifically align teeth in a predictable, smooth and comfortable manner. Instead of metal brackets, wires or screws, patients will be wearing clear, customised trays to achieve their desired results. Active Aligners work on basic orthodontic principles. They…
Read MoreHere are a few things to consider: There is growing interest in clear aligners amongst teenagers and adults. Less than 1% of adults are undergoing orthodontic treatment. 70% of patients might be candidates for clear aligner treatment which is a non AGP treatment that is easy to initiate. Clear aligners provide an aesthetic alternative to…
Read MoreDr Dan Shaffer BDS RDT PGCertDentLaw CoFounder Active Aligners UK Dentist, Technician “10 reasons to take the plunge” Posted on 13 October 2021 Intra-Oral Scanners (IOS) are revolutionising dentistry and you might not have taken the plunge yet. Digital scanning can make a real difference to your practice so maybe now is a good…
Read MoreInterested in Active Aligners? Here’s a short article for potential providers of Active Aligners. Posted on 5th October 2021- 4 minute read With an intelligent workflow and simple portal, Active Aligners are designed to give you the skills and confidence to treat patients effectively. Clear aligner therapy is a modern alternative to traditional braces. What…
Read MoreClear Aligner Treatment Has Transformed My Practice “We live in a rapidly changing and evolving world” Posted on 10 October 2019 Looking back to when I cut my first class 1 restoration in dental school, to the way I approach my treatments roughly 12 years later, is a rather incredible evolution. From being focused on…
Read MoreJoin Dan in conversation with Ed Bracher “How to use the Carestream Dental intraoral scanning solutions as part of the Active Aligners workflow for clear aligner treatment” An exploration of how the use of a 3D digital intraoral scanner can enhance the Active Aligners workflow. Join Dr Dan Shaffer and Ed Bracher for a symposium…
Read MoreThe Future of Dentistry is Tech-Driven “Providing patients with cutting-edge dental treatment” Posted on 20 October 2019 The current digital revolution is changing every aspect of our reality and dentistry is no different. Dentistry is advancing for the better of patient needs and you might be a little overwhelmed to see the tech-empowered options available for…
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