Angelalign Costs at Shenzhen AKJ Dental Clinic

Angelalign is similar to Invisalign and is a great option for patients who want to choose clear aligners but also want to spend less. On average Invisalign is more expensive than Angelalign by 10,000 RMB to 20,000 RMB.

How much is Angelalign?

The costs of Angelalign is estimated at over 30,000 RMB which sounds very expensive. However, compared to Invisalign it is slightly cheaper and costs can be paid in installments made over a 2 year period so for most patients it is affordable.    

Angelalign offers two types of clear aligners there is Angelalign and Angelalign Pro.

The Angelalign aligners are made of masterControl® material which has been especially developed by Angelalign and certified by the UCLA biomaterials department. The aligners are custom made for the patient and need to be changed every 2 weeks.

Angelalign Pro uses the newest developed technology not only does it use masterControl® material it also utilizes the newest masterMulti® system. The innovative masterMulti® system uses varying thicknesses of aligners which allows more comfort and accuracy during treatment. Angelalign Pro aligners are changed every week, therefore is more expensive than Angelalign.

Costs of Angelalign at Shenzhen AKJ Dental Clinic

Prices for Angelalign are approximately 30,000 RMB to 40,000 RMB, whereas Angelalign Pro costs 40,000 RMB to 50,000 RMB. After paying the deposit the rest of the costs are made in installments and paid when you attend each appointment. For detailed costs you would have to attend a consultation with a orthodontist who will advise the treatment plan and what other costs will be incurred should you go ahead with the treatment. 

Angelalign Vs.Angelalign Pro

Angelalign is a Shanghai based service and manufacturer of clear aligners for orthodontic treatment. With Angelalign there is a now two options there is Angelalign and Angelalign Pro. So what's the difference?

Angelalign

Angelalign is a series of custom made clear aligners which uses three dimensional computer aided diagnosis and advanced automated manufacturing to create clear aligners. The aligners are made of masterControl® material which has been especially developed by Angelalign and certified by the UCLA biomaterials department.

The aligners are custom made for the patient and need to be changed every 2 weeks. With regular appointment to check that the teeth are gradually moving into place. The price for Angelalign is usually estimated around 30,000 RMB to 40,000 RMB.

Angelalgin Pro

Angelalign Pro uses the newest developed technology not only does it use masterControl® material it also utilizes the newest masterMulti® system. The innovative masterMulti® system uses varying thicknesses of aligners which allows more comfort and accuracy during treatment. Angelalign Pro costs are approximately over 30,000 RMB to 40,000 RMB. Compared to Angelalign it's more expensive.

With clear aligners they are almost invisible so in terms of discreetness it is a great choice aesthetically. When it comes down to making the choice between Angelalign or Angelalign Pro the main factor is perhaps the price. For orthodontic treatment it is advised that you go through a consultation with a professional dentist so you know the overall results and costs. 

Can I Wear Lipstick with Clear Aligners?

Clear aligners in comparison to traditional braces are much more discreet and when it comes to attending parties and events you feel less self conscious as the aligners are nearly invisible. For most ladies the concern is whether wearing lipstick with aligners is allowed, so let’s take a look.

Orthodontists express that wearing lipstick with traditional braces, lingual braces and clear aligners does not cause any problems. However, one thing to be aware of is to be careful not to get lipstick onto the aligner or braces as it will be hard to remove.

There are lots of tips and tricks online for applying lipstick with Invisalign. The finger method currently seems to be the best and easiest to use. Firstly use put your index finger into your mouth, wrapping the lips around your finger and most of the excess lipstick residue from your inner lips should have transferred onto your finger.

There are currently two options for invisible orthodontics, currently the clear aligners which can be removed and lingual braces which are fitted behind the teeth. As for convenience clear aligners can be removed for eating and drinking but need to be worn at least 22 hours a day. So between meals you will need to brush and floss teeth before putting the aligners back in.

Do aligners affect speech?

When starting to wear aligners it will take time to adjust and to begin with it will be uncomfortable and might affect your speech. However, once you adjust it will return to normal.

Clear aligners don’t give good results?

Overall results will depend on individual cases and the treatment plan designed by the orthodontist. The orthodontist will advise the best type of orthodontic treatment for you and in some cases clear aligners are not always suitable for all patients. As for the concern of relapse after braces are removed, patients need to be aware the importance of wearing a retainer to prevent the shifting of teeth. Retainers need to be worn for life. 

Orthodontics & Aligners

Are clear aligners used for straightening teeth painful? No orthodontic treatments will be painless and even though anesthetic is used for tooth extraction and other treatments, once braces or aligners are fitted there will be some degree of discomfort.  

Clear aligners once worn are effectively invisible and is not noticeable and in terms of aesthetics for patients who are self conscious clear aligners can meet their needs. The aligners can also be removed whenever which makes it very convenient for patients. However, many patients have expressed even though clear aligners have their advantages there is a certain extent of pain and discomfort, so is this true?

1. Before Orthodontic Treatment

For example, patients who have overcrowded teeth and protruding front teeth, prior to orthodontic treatment teeth will have to be extracted. This includes wisdom teeth extraction and with extractions there is some degree of pain.

If extractions are not required then there is the possibility of interproximal reduction, subgingival scaling and root canal treatment which can all be painful. Therefore, the above mentioned are all carried out before orthodontic treatment and the pain is not associated with the fitting of aligners or braces.

2. During Orthodontic Treatment

When wearing the clear aligners there will be discomfort and this is due to the teeth adapting to the pressure. With the pressure this will result in the periodontal tissues to move causing slight pain. Each time you switch to new aligners this will happen. Of course, even if you wear traditional braces there is also pain and discomfort. But in comparison to braces, clear aligners can cause less pain.  

3. After Orthodontic Treatment

Once orthodontic treatment is complete, patients will have to wear retainers which also can be uncomfortable.

Overall, how painful the orthodontic treatment is will depend on the severity of the teeth. More importantly the amount of pain and discomfort is also directly linked with the pain threshold of the patient. In most cases patients are able to handle the pain and discomfort.