Accelerated Orthodontics: Reduce Your Treatment Time by Up to 50%
Discover modern accelerated orthodontic techniques (AcceleDent, Propel, piezocision) that can reduce your treatment time by 30 to 50%.
Dreaming of a perfect smile but hesitant about wearing braces or aligners for 2 years? Good news: accelerated orthodontic techniques can significantly reduce your treatment time. Here's how.
Why Does Traditional Orthodontics Take So Long?
A conventional orthodontic treatment typically lasts between 18 and 30 months. This duration is explained by the natural biology of bone: to move a tooth, bone must resorb on one side and rebuild on the other. This bone remodeling process cannot be rushed without risking dental health.
However, technological advances now allow us to safely stimulate this bone remodeling, accelerating tooth movement while preserving their integrity.
Available Accelerated Orthodontic Techniques
1. Vibration Devices (AcceleDent, VPro5)
These portable devices use gentle micropulsations to stimulate bone remodeling. Patients use them at home for only 5 to 20 minutes per day.
Benefits:
- Non-invasive and painless
- Simple home use
- Compatible with Invisalign and traditional braces
- Treatment time reduction of 30 to 50%
2. Micro-Osteoperforations (Propel)
This technique involves creating tiny perforations in the alveolar bone around the teeth to be moved. These micro-perforations trigger a natural biological response called the "Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon" (RAP), which temporarily increases bone turnover.
The procedure is quick (a few minutes), performed under local anesthesia, and virtually painless.
3. Piezocision
A minimally invasive technique, piezocision uses an ultrasonic instrument to make small incisions in the cortical bone. It offers an excellent balance between effectiveness and comfort.
Impressive Clinical Results:
- Total treatment time reduction of 43%
- Treatment of 6-9 months instead of 24-30 months in some cases
- Minimal post-operative effects
- Possible reduction in root resorption risk
Who Can Benefit from Accelerated Orthodontics?
These techniques are particularly suited for:
- Busy adults: professionals, soon-to-be-married couples, people with time constraints
- Motivated teenagers: reducing treatment duration can improve compliance
- Retreatment cases: patients wanting to quickly correct relapse
- Invisalign treatments: more frequent aligner changes for faster results
The Approach at Dr. Benguira's Orthodontic Centre
At our Orthodontic Centre, we evaluate each patient individually to determine if acceleration techniques are appropriate. Our approach combines:
- Precise 3D diagnosis using our state-of-the-art CBCT imaging
- Digital planning allowing visualization of each treatment stage
- Close follow-up every 2-3 weeks to optimize results
- Complementary technologies: Invisalign, SPARK, self-ligating brackets
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it painful?
Vibration devices are completely painless. Techniques like piezocision may cause slight discomfort for 24-48 hours, easily managed with common pain relievers.
Are there risks?
These techniques are safe when performed by a qualified orthodontist. Some studies even suggest a reduced risk of root resorption due to shorter treatment times.
How much does it cost?
The cost varies depending on the technique used and case complexity. During your free consultation, we'll present all options and their pricing.
Want a perfect smile faster?
Book a free consultation and discover if accelerated orthodontics is right for you.
Clinics in Montreal (Queen Mary) and St-Eustache (North Shore)
