What are refinement aligners exactly- During aligner treatment there are a fixed number of stages or sets of aligners after which treatment is completed. Each aligner needs to be worn for 14-15 days each and then shift to next aligner.

When the use of last aligner is done and the case is re-evaluated it is checked if all the teeth are aligned properly according to the mentioned treatment plan.

When one or more teeth do not behave as anticipated and the movement is not as predicted then we require extra sets of aligners which we call as refinement aligners.

They are additional aligners for teeth movement. In this process a refreshed tooth movement plan is made to ensure the movement of less responsive teeth.

Each and every one of us has their own bone, tissue structure and bone hardness, which affects the planned movements and forces applied by aligners on teeth.

Sometimes, position of tooth can be such that movement of tooth can take time. With the help of refinement aligners we can align such teeth.

At the beginning of aligner treatment it can never be predicted whether or not anyone will require refinement. Not every case requires refinement it completely depends on individual tooth movement.

It is necessary to wear full course of the first programmed set of aligners to ensure the maximum movement.

After using last stage new impressions or scan is taken to check on the last movement done and according to that a new plan is made to ensure maximum movement of the teeth.

This process can take up to a week, so while you’re waiting on new aligners, patient has to make sure to continue wearing the current or last stage of aligner set that they have been wearing, so as to not lose any progress and stay on track.

If during this waiting time aligner is not used it can cause fitting issue or movement of other teeth.

If mentioned refinement aligners are extra aligners after treatment for teeth movement.

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