What Do You Think of This Device for Closing Gaps Between the Front Teeth?

Since I was young,

I’ve been self-conscious about the gap between my front teeth,

but as time has passed,

it seems to be getting wider and wider ㅜㅜ

What type of device would be good for correcting it?

It was not difficult to find people around us who experienced stress because of gaps between their front teeth.

At first, it might seem like an issue that only affects appearance, but in some cases, the spaces between the teeth gradually become wider over time. In particular, as aging progresses, the alveolar bone may weaken, reducing the support provided to the teeth and gradually widening the space between the front teeth.

As the spaces between the teeth become wider, not only can the appearance-related stress increase when smiling or speaking, but everyday inconveniences such as unclear pronunciation and food getting stuck may also occur. Since this can affect functional aspects as well as appearance, many people consider suitable ways to improve the condition.

In these cases, some people may think of methods such as resin bonding or veneers as suitable treatments. Although these options have the advantage of improving aesthetics relatively quickly, teeth and gums continue to change over time, so some people may feel dissatisfied with their retention or durability.

In particular, if the cause of the gap between the front teeth is related to weakened gums or changes in tooth alignment, orthodontic treatment that considers the alignment and bite—not simply filling the space—may be helpful. Since it can improve both function and appearance while allowing relatively stable management, more people have been choosing orthodontic treatment for gaps between the front teeth.

In this situation, Invisalign treatment may also be worth considering as a suitable orthodontic option.

Compared with conventional fixed braces with wires, Invisalign offers excellent aesthetics and high convenience because the aligners can be removed and reinserted freely by the wearer.

With fixed appliances, brackets are attached individually to the teeth and connected with wires, so patients have to endure the discomfort caused by the appliance during the lengthy treatment period. Invisalign does not have these same inconveniences, which is why many people prefer this method.

Above all, it was well suited for correcting gaps between the front teeth. Invisalign treatment generally tends to be completed more quickly than conventional orthodontic treatment. Since correction of the front teeth involves improving the alignment of only about six teeth in some cases, treatment can be completed even more quickly.

There was something you definitely needed to check: whether the device was an “authentic” product.

“Don’t all clinics use the same type of device?

If it’s clear, isn’t it Invisalign?

Do I really need to check whether it’s authentic?”

These were questions people often asked.

Authentic Invisalign products bear a logo authentication mark, and their material is different from that of ordinary clear orthodontic appliances. They have also received U.S. FDA approval, and the company holds approximately 900 patents.

Therefore,

you should not assume that “clear orthodontics = Invisalign”; it is important to check whether the product is authentic.

To avoid confusion, ID Shinsa handles only authentic devices shipped directly from the U.S. headquarters and also provides the device case and certificate of warranty.

However, you could not choose a dental clinic for correcting gaps between the front teeth solely because it uses authentic devices. The most important factor was the clinic’s orthodontic treatment expertise. There were several important criteria you could refer to before beginning treatment.

Invisalign Tiers

While researching Invisalign treatment, have you ever seen a phrase such as “00 tier”?

Learning in advance what these tiers mean can be very useful when choosing a dental clinic.

This is a system awarded each year by Align Technology, the U.S.-based manufacturer. It is awarded once a year based on the number of Invisalign cases completed during the year.

As shown in the image above, there are many different tiers. Currently, the highest tier is Diamond Purple, which can be awarded for completing more than 1,500 cases per year.

Diamond Purple is a new tier established at the end of 2025, and ID Dental Clinic Shinsa was the first clinic in South Korea to receive it.

Before that, Diamond Red was the highest tier, and ID Shinsa was also the first clinic to receive that tier in 2021.

The clinic also maintained its Red-tier status every year afterward.

Finally, it received the newly established Purple tier, bringing its cumulative number of treatments to 7,640 as of January this year.

What did these records mean?

Accumulating a large number of cases meant that the clinic had built up substantial experience, demonstrating that it had acquired sufficient expertise through the process.

For example, although it is commonly believed that clear aligners can only be used to correct gaps between the front teeth, ID Dental Clinic Shinsa can also treat more complex orthodontic issues, such as malocclusion.

This was the result of having experienced countless cases. It was also possible because the clinic had been providing orthodontic treatment for a very long time, supported by the expertise gained over that period.

Because Invisalign requires a different approach, technology, and expertise from conventional orthodontics, it was advantageous to visit a dental clinic with extensive clinical experience in both orthodontics and Invisalign.

The clinic also used digital scanning to examine each patient’s current condition in detail.

This involved the iTero 3D intraoral scanner. It can produce high-resolution images of the teeth with precision, reduce the number of scans that need to be repeated, and create orthodontic appliances that fit the teeth more closely.

In addition, this method replaces conventional rubber impressions, so patients do not have to endure the uncomfortable and difficult process of holding rubber in their mouths for a long time. Patients could receive treatment more comfortably, which contributed to higher satisfaction.

Another feature was that patients could view their orthodontic Before & After results within one minute.

When beginning orthodontic treatment, people usually can only vaguely imagine how their teeth will change. With iTero, however, the expected results after orthodontic treatment can be predicted in advance, which patients appreciated.

In addition, by carefully reviewing this data, the dental professionals could explain the patient’s current condition and establish an appropriate treatment direction in greater detail.

This article has explained Invisalign for correcting gaps between the front teeth in detail.

Although Invisalign appliances themselves offer many advantages, it is important to remember that the dental professionals’ expertise and the clinic’s systems ultimately play a crucial role in achieving satisfactory results for each individual patient.

ID Shinsa has continued providing care at its current location for more than 20 years, which is by no means a short period.

Based on trust, the clinic has worked carefully to ensure that the advantages of each orthodontic appliance—including conventional orthodontics and Invisalign—are fully realized while helping patients achieve the results they want.

Orthodontic treatment takes a very long time, and even after treatment is completed, patients need to return for maintenance for several years. For this reason, it is also worth checking whether the clinic you plan to visit has stable operations.

Furthermore, if the clinic has medical professionals from various fields who collaborate and can provide general dental care as well, you can entrust your overall oral health to one dental clinic. This was another point worth checking.

I hope the information provided today was helpful to many people. I will conclude this article here.

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