Aligners – Invisible Braces
Aligners are a modern, invisible solution for correcting dental misalignments. They provide comfort, aesthetics, and efficiency for adults, teenagers, and children. These transparent trays are custom-fitted to your teeth, allowing for a discreet treatment. At Dental Clinic Vienna Döbling, we work with top aligner systems to ensure every patient receives the optimal treatment.
Aligners: Modern and Effective
Aligners are an innovative method for correcting dental misalignments in an almost invisible way. They provide a discreet alternative to traditional braces. Using modern technology and personalized customization, the teeth are gradually moved into the desired position without the need for noticeable wires or brackets.
Benefits of Aligners
Aligners offer numerous advantages over conventional braces. Their transparency makes them nearly invisible, which is particularly appealing for adults and teenagers. They are highly comfortable to wear, as there are no sharp metal parts in the mouth. Additionally, aligners are removable, making oral hygiene and eating much easier. Treatment duration is often shorter than with traditional methods.
Who are Aligners suitable for?
Aligners are suitable for adults, teenagers, and in certain cases, children. Adults appreciate the discreet correction of their teeth, while teenagers feel more confident socially due to the invisible treatment. For children, aligners can also be a practical option for specific dental corrections, particularly during the mixed dentition phase.
What are Aligners?
Aligners are custom-made, transparent plastic trays that apply gentle pressure to the teeth, gradually moving them into the desired position. Each tray is worn for a set period and then replaced by the next one to progressively guide tooth movement.
Materials and Technology
The aligners are made from flexible, biocompatible plastic that fits the teeth perfectly. Using state-of-the-art 3D scans and digital simulations, each aligner is precisely and individually adapted to the patient’s tooth alignment.
Which Systems Are Used?
At Vienna Döbling Dental Clinic, we work with various aligner manufacturers to find the best solution for each patient. We rely on renowned systems such as Invisalign, SureSmile, and Angel Aligner, which are known for innovative technology and high comfort.
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Invisalign
Invisalign is one of the most well-known aligner systems worldwide, featuring advanced 3D technology. The transparent trays fit the teeth perfectly and are nearly invisible, making them especially attractive for adults and professionals. The treatment process is precisely planned, and the trays gradually move the teeth into the desired position. Thanks to easy handling and the absence of metal parts, Invisalign is a very popular choice for discreet teeth correction.
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SureSmile
SureSmile stands out for its accuracy and rapid treatment results. Modern planning software is used to create individualized treatment plans that precisely control tooth movements. The trays are manufactured using a specialized laser-cutting process, which increases treatment efficiency and can shorten the overall treatment time.
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Angel Aligner
Angel Aligner is a flexible and versatile solution, often used for children and adolescents but also suitable for adults. The custom-made trays are made from biocompatible materials, ensuring high comfort and adaptability. This system is frequently used in early treatment to correct dental and jaw misalignments at an early stage, helping to prevent more invasive procedures later. The nearly invisible trays provide a convenient and discreet way to straighten teeth.
Shared Advantages of These Systems
All three systems – Invisalign, SureSmile, and Angel Aligner – offer advantages over traditional fixed braces:
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Aesthetics
The transparent aligners are nearly invisible, making them ideal for discreet teeth correction.
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Comfort
The smooth plastic material prevents irritation in the mouth and provides a high level of comfort.
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Removable
The aligners can be easily removed for eating and oral care, making dental hygiene simpler.
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Individual customization
Individual customization: Each system is based on precise digital scans and provides custom-made aligners that are perfectly tailored to the patient.
Book your consultation appointment online now →Benefits of Aligners
One of the biggest advantages of aligners is their transparency, making them virtually invisible and ideal for patients seeking a discreet orthodontic treatment. In addition, aligners offer high comfort since they contain no irritating wires or metal parts that could affect the gums. They are easy to remove, which significantly simplifies eating and oral hygiene while reducing the risk of cavities and gum disease often associated with fixed braces. Thanks to precise digital planning and individualized customization, treatment with aligners can also be shorter than with traditional braces, as the teeth are guided quickly and accurately into the desired position.
Orthodontics at Dental Clinic Vienna Döbling
At Dental Clinic Vienna Döbling, an experienced team led by Dr. Julia Lachner-Zenker is at your service. As a specially trained orthodontist, she ensures that your aligner treatment is carried out according to the highest medical standards.
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When to schedule a check-up?
Ideally, orthodontic check-ups should begin in childhood. Early examinations allow for the timely detection and treatment of misalignments. From around six years of age, regular check-ups are recommended to monitor dental development. Adults can also benefit from aligner treatment, provided their teeth and gums are healthy. Aligners offer both aesthetic and functional improvements.
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Aligners in Modern Orthodontics
Our orthodontic practice focuses on personalized treatments with aligners, offering a discreet and comfortable solution for teeth correction. Dr. Julia Lachner-Zenker and her team utilize modern digital technologies, such as 3D scans, to create precise treatment plans. These removable trays provide aesthetic and functional teeth alignment without interfering with patients’ daily lives.
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Experience and Modern Technology
Our team combines years of experience with the latest technological advancements. Using leading aligner systems, we create personalized treatment plans for long-term success. Our clinic places great emphasis on comprehensive and trustworthy care, providing you with top-quality medical treatment. We address dental and jaw misalignments that offer both aesthetic and health benefits.
Schedule your personal consultation – book online now →Treatment Process
The treatment with aligners proceeds in several carefully coordinated phases and is individually tailored to each patient’s needs. From the initial consultation to the final aftercare, every step is designed to achieve optimal results and gently, effectively correct the teeth alignment.
Initial Consultation and Diagnosis
The first step in your aligner treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation. After a detailed discussion of your goals and expectations, we perform a digital scan of your teeth. X-rays and photographic documentation are also taken to plan the most effective treatment path.
Digital Scan and Treatment Plan Creation
Based on the digital scans, a precise, personalized treatment plan is created. Using advanced 3D technology, we simulate the tooth movements and show you the planned progression of your treatment.
Fabrication and Delivery of Aligners
After planning, your aligners are custom-made. These trays must be worn approximately 22 hours a day to achieve the best results. Every one to two weeks, you will receive a new set of aligners to gradually move your teeth into the desired position.
Regular Check-Ups and Adjustments
During the treatment, you will attend regular check-ups at our clinic. These appointments are used to monitor progress and make any necessary adjustments. Continuous supervision ensures that your tooth correction is successfully completed.
Now suitable for children as well
Aligners are not just for adults—they are now also an innovative option for children to gently correct misaligned teeth. Early support of jaw growth can be especially important for young patients. Therefore, we recommend the first orthodontic check-up at around six years of age. For a comprehensive treatment, a follow-up examination around the age of 12 is advisable, once the permanent teeth have fully developed. With custom-made aligners, we can gently and effectively correct dental and jaw misalignments—ensuring a healthy and beautiful smile from an early age.
Care and Aftercare
Aligner Care
Caring for your aligners is simple. Clean the trays daily using a cleaning solution and rinse them with clear water. Avoid wearing the aligners while eating to prevent damage. Maintaining thorough oral hygiene throughout the entire treatment period is essential.
Aftercare and Retention
After completing the treatment, retainers are important to stabilize the new tooth positions. These retainers prevent teeth from shifting back, ensuring that your smile remains beautifully aligned for the long term.
Author
Dr. Julia Lachner-Zenker, MSc, MLS
Orthodontist
Vienna Döbling Dental Clinic
27.12.2025
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Aligners are transparent, removable plastic trays that apply gentle pressure to the teeth, gradually moving them into the desired position.
The duration of treatment varies depending on the complexity of the tooth misalignment, but it generally ranges from 6 months to 2 years.
Aligners are ideal for mild to moderate tooth misalignments. For very complex cases, another treatment method may be more suitable.
Aligners are typically changed every 1–2 weeks, depending on the individual treatment plan.
Aligners should be worn for approximately 22 hours a day to ensure the treatment is effective.
No, aligners should be removed while eating to prevent damage to the trays.
In the first few days, aligners may cause slight changes in speech, but these usually settle quickly.
Aligners should be cleaned daily using a cleaning solution and lukewarm water.
Yes, since the aligners are removable, you can and should brush your teeth and use dental floss as usual.
Aligners can also be used for children and teenagers, especially for mild to moderate misalignments, and can even positively influence jaw growth if properly considered during treatment planning.
Aligners generally do not interfere with sports activities.
Aligners are transparent and therefore barely visible, making them a discreet treatment option.
In the first few days, mild pressure or sensitivity may occur, which is normal and usually subsides after a short time.
Regular check-ups usually take place every 6–8 weeks to monitor progress and receive new aligners.
It is recommended to avoid smoking during treatment, as it can discolor the aligners and teeth and reduce blood circulation in the oral tissues.
To determine the cost of an orthodontic treatment, factors such as the extent of the planned tooth movements and the complexity of the case are considered. The overall cost of a full orthodontic treatment does not depend on the method used (brackets vs. aligners) but rather on the scope and complexity of the treatment.
Yes, aligners should be worn around the clock, including at night, to achieve the best possible results.
If an aligner is lost or damaged, you should immediately inform your orthodontist to get a replacement.
Yes, the aligners are easy to remove and put back in by yourself, making the treatment especially flexible.
No, there are no dietary restrictions during Aligner treatment, since the aligners are removed while eating.
After completing the treatment, retainers must be worn to stabilize the results and prevent the teeth from shifting back.
Yes, aligners can be worn during pregnancy. However, it is important to inform your dentist or orthodontist about the pregnancy.
Yes, regular follow-up appointments are important to ensure that the results remain stable and that the teeth maintain their new positions.
