Clear aligners

GPTKB entity

Statements (35)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Orthodontic device
gptkbp:alternativeTo Traditional braces
gptkbp:brand gptkb:Invisalign
gptkb:ClearCorrect
gptkb:SmileDirectClub
gptkbp:cannotTreat Severe bite problems
gptkbp:contraindication Complex orthodontic cases
Severe malocclusion
gptkbp:cost Varies by provider
gptkbp:customMade Yes
gptkbp:FDAApproved Yes
gptkbp:hasViewOf Nearly invisible
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Clear aligners
gptkbp:introducedIn 1997
gptkbp:inventedBy gptkb:Zia_Chishti
gptkbp:maintenance Regular cleaning
gptkbp:marketedAs Adults
Teens
gptkbp:material Plastic
gptkbp:notRecommendedFor Children with baby teeth
gptkbp:popularFor Increasing since 2000s
gptkbp:removes Yes
gptkbp:replacedBy 1-2 weeks
gptkbp:requires Regular dental visits
gptkbp:requiresDentalImpression Yes
gptkbp:sideEffect Speech difficulty
Mild discomfort
gptkbp:treatment 6-24 months
Mild to moderate crowding
Spacing issues
gptkbp:usedFor Teeth straightening
gptkbp:wornPerDay 20-22 hours
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Candid
gptkb:Underbite
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7