Clear Dental Aligner Treatment in Gurnee
Gurnee Dental Care, LLC is happy to announce that we are now providing adult orthodontic aligner treatment! We are using Promonitoring by Glidewell Labs, which is a major name in Dental Lab services.
Understanding Promonitoring by Glidewell: An Overview of Clear Aligners
Promonitoring is a relatively new player in the world of clear aligners, offering an alternative to traditional braces and established brands like Invisalign. It’s designed to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, removable aligners that gradually shift your teeth into the desired position. What sets Promonitoring apart from other clear aligner systems is its primarily remote treatment model.
With Promonitoring, you start with an initial in-person consultation to determine if you’re a good candidate for the treatment. We will do a digital scan of your teeth, take some photos, and make sure we have a recent full series of x-rays, like other aligners. The initial consultation cost at this time is free, unless x-rays are needed.
This information is digitally sent in and your personal case is reviewed by our team of orthodontists. But then things get interesting as Promonitoring’s AI gets to work, crunching numbers and plotting tooth movements. The result? A treatment plan that’s more precise than your grandma’s recipe for apple pie. This plan is reviewed with Dr. Kaplan and then presented to the patient via a link to review your treatment plan where the patient can visually see how the teeth will move.
Once the plan gets the green light, Promonitoring fires up the 3D printers. Before you know it, a box of custom aligners are sent to our office and we will schedule an appointment to deliver the aligners. Generally every two weeks your progress is monitored through regular virtual check-ins using your smartphone and the Promonitoring app rather than in-office visits.
What’s in It for Patients?
Patients love convenience. With Promonitoring, they can track their progress without schlepping to the office every other week. It’s like having an orthodontist in their pocket, minus the awkward small talk.
But here’s the real kicker: faster treatment times. Now, I’m not saying it’s magic, but Promonitoring’s constant monitoring means we can catch and correct issues pronto. No more waiting weeks to realize a tooth’s gone rogue.
And let’s be real – fewer office visits mean happier patients. They can focus on their lives instead of spending quality time in our waiting rooms.
And let’s not forget about Promonitoring’s orthodontic network. You get access to a wealth of orthodontic expertise while being at home. Not too shabby, right?
What Are the Benefits with Promonitoring?
First off, let’s talk remote monitoring. In the past, it was easy for patients to disappear for weeks, only to return with aligners that barely fit? Promonitoring says “no more” to that nonsense. Their AI-powered system keeps tabs on patients between visits, flagging issues before they become, well, issues.
But here’s the kicker – Promonitoring puts orthodontists front and center. No shade to general dentists, but there’s something to be said for specialist-led care. It’s like having a master chef in the kitchen instead of a line cook. The beauty of this model is you still deal directly with Dr. Kaplan and your visits are still at your personal dental office, Gurnee Dental Care, LLC.
Promonitoring is a convenient and cost-effective option for adults seeking to improve their smiles, especially those with mild to moderate orthodontic issues. Call us today at 847-548-3800 to set up your own initial consultation!