Invisalign / Spark Clear Aligner Treatment

Ortovize offers full Invisalign and Spark clear aligner treatment at its specialist orthodontic practice in Prague 2, led by academic orthodontist MUDr. Tomáš Hanzelka Ph.D. Both systems use a series of custom-made transparent removable trays to gradually reposition teeth. Treatment is planned digitally from an intraoral scan (Trios 3Shape), with a 3D preview of the projected outcome before committing. Attachments (tooth-coloured composite bumps) are bonded to teeth at the start to give the aligners grip for more complex movements. Full treatment for most adult cases runs 85,000–115,000 Kč all-inclusive, with check-ups included at no additional charge.

Clear aligner therapy has become the treatment of choice for adult patients seeking orthodontic correction without the aesthetic and hygiene compromises of fixed metal or ceramic braces. Ortovize uses both Invisalign (Align Technology, USA) and Spark (Ormco, USA) — the two most clinically validated and widely used clear aligner systems — with the treating orthodontist selecting the most appropriate system for each patient's specific malocclusion. **Systems used:** *Invisalign* is the original and most widely studied clear aligner system, with over 15 million patients treated globally. It uses patented SmartTrack material and SmartForce features (attachments, bite ramps, elastics cut-outs) to achieve complex tooth movements including significant rotation, torque, and vertical movements that were previously difficult with aligners. The Invisalign Clincheck digital planning software allows the orthodontist to programme each stage of tooth movement in 3D and preview the final projected result before any aligners are manufactured. Aligner series are typically changed every 1–2 weeks; progress check-ups occur every 2–3 months. *Spark* (Ormco) is a newer-generation system gaining clinical traction as an alternative with some practitioners reporting improved clarity of the aligner material and particular advantages for certain case types. Ortovize is one of a limited number of Czech practices offering both systems, allowing treatment to be matched to the clinical situation rather than constrained to one manufacturer. **Treatment process at Ortovize:** 1. *Initial consultation (1,000 Kč):* Assessment of teeth, bite, jaw relationships, and discussion of treatment options. Suitable for patients of all ages; under-10s pay 500 Kč. 2. *Initial comprehensive examination (4,000 Kč):* Full clinical and radiographic assessment. Ortovize operates a Vatech Green CBCT (17×15 cm field, full facial CT) for complex cases and a Trios 3Shape intraoral scanner for digital impression capture. Photographs, measurements, and analysis form the basis of the treatment plan. 3. *Treatment plan consultation (free):* The orthodontist presents the proposed treatment sequence, digital simulation of the outcome, timeline, and cost breakdown. 4. *Aligner manufacturing and delivery:* Once accepted, the digital prescription is submitted to the aligner manufacturer. Aligners are delivered within a few weeks and fitted at the clinic with attachment bonding (small tooth-coloured composite shapes that help the aligner grip the tooth for precise force delivery). 5. *Active treatment (check-ups included):* Patients wear aligners for 20–22 hours per day, removing only for eating and oral hygiene. Check-up appointments every 2–3 months are included in the treatment price. The duration of active treatment ranges from 6 months (mild crowding/spacing) to 24+ months (complex multi-tooth movements or skeletal discrepancies). 6. *Retention:* Fixed lingual retainers and/or removable retainers are provided after treatment to maintain the result long-term. **Accelerated options:** For patients wanting to reduce treatment duration, Ortovize offers PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections into the alveolar bone to accelerate bone remodelling, AcceleDent or OrthoPulse vibrational devices (worn 20 minutes daily), and corticotomy (minor surgical procedure to temporarily increase bone turnover) for the fastest possible movement. These can reduce total treatment time by 30–50%. **Complex cases:** For patients with significant jaw skeletal discrepancies (not correctable with aligners alone), Ortovize coordinates orthognathic surgery in collaboration with maxillofacial surgical colleagues — including a 'Surgery First' approach (surgery before aligner treatment, avoiding the decompensation phase) in which Dr Hanzelka trained in Japan. **Insurance:** Czech health insurers do not cover adult orthodontic treatment. Children may receive contributions from their insurer — confirm eligibility at consultation.