AcceleDent in Sevenoaks
AcceleDent is an orthodontic device designed to be used alongside certain orthodontic treatments. It is intended to provide low-frequency mechanical stimulation while a patient is undergoing treatment with braces or aligners.
At Sevenoaks Dental & Implant Centre, patients considering AcceleDent can discuss the treatment approach with their dental team as part of an individual orthodontic assessment.
AcceleDent is an adjunct to orthodontic treatment rather than a replacement for braces or aligners. Your dentist will assess your teeth, gums, bite and existing orthodontic treatment before determining whether an adjunctive device is appropriate for you.
What Is AcceleDent?
AcceleDent is a hand-held orthodontic device designed to be used during active orthodontic treatment.
The device produces low-frequency vibrations that are delivered through a mouthpiece while the patient is wearing braces or aligners.
It is intended to be used as an additional part of an orthodontic treatment plan rather than as a standalone method of straightening teeth.
How Does AcceleDent Work?
AcceleDent uses a mouthpiece connected to a small hand-held device.
During use, the device produces low-frequency mechanical stimulation that is transferred to the teeth and surrounding structures through the mouthpiece.
The proposed approach is based on the biological response of the tissues surrounding orthodontically moving teeth.
How an individual patient responds to orthodontic treatment can vary, so AcceleDent should only be considered as part of an overall treatment plan determined by a dental professional.
What are the benefits of Acceledent?
Acceledent fits your lifestyle – It can be used during activities such as watching TV, reading a book, browsing the internet or while listening to your favourite music.
Acceledent speeds up the straightening of your teeth – Research has shown that tooth movement is accelerated by 106% during the initial phase of treatment and up to 50% during the subsequent phase of treatment,
Acceledent reduces discomfort associated with teeth straightening – many patients say they have less discomfort when using the AcceleDent system.