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id Dental Clinic · id병원치과, 아이디치과 · July 13, 2026
Someone I know who had Invisalign said they were unhappy with the results, but it looks well done to me! I’m also considering clear aligners,, so could you tell me what the cri...
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Clinic: id Dental Clinic
Original post date: July 13, 2026
Translated at: August 17, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Medical note: This translation does not guarantee medical accuracy or suitability for treatment decisions.
Someone I know who had Invisalign
said they were unhappy with the results, but it looks well done to me!
I’m also considering clear aligners,,
so could you tell me what the criteria are for successful orthodontic treatment?
People often say, “My orthodontic treatment was a complete failure ㅜㅜ,” when they are unhappy with their condition after clear aligner treatment or feel that their needs were not sufficiently met.
At first, people may think that orthodontic treatment is simply about “straightening crooked teeth,” but once treatment is actually complete, they may find themselves thinking:
“The alignment looks fine,
but why does my profile look awkward?”
“It feels like my bite doesn’t fit properly…”
There were quite a few people who became dissatisfied with the results for these reasons.
So, were these concerns really because
orthodontic treatment
had failed?
What were the criteria for
successful orthodontic treatment?
Which Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinic should you choose
to be satisfied with the results?
Many people think of orthodontic treatment as a procedure that straightens crooked teeth. Of course, improving tooth alignment is an important goal, but Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinics did not focus solely on creating teeth that look good.
In an actual orthodontic diagnosis, virtually all structures related to the teeth and their surrounding relationships are considered, including tooth alignment, the bite between the upper and lower jaws, the position and balance of the jawbones, the overall facial shape, and the harmony between the lips and jawline.
In particular, because clear aligner treatment involves planning each patient’s tooth-movement path in advance and proceeding step by step, how precisely the condition is analyzed and the treatment plan is established during the initial diagnosis has a significant impact on the results.
For this reason, from the dental clinic’s perspective, ID Dental Clinic Sinsa evaluated “successful orthodontic treatment” according to two main criteria.
The first criterion was checking whether the results had reached the normal range according to cephalometric analysis.
Cephalometric analysis is a standard diagnostic method that quantitatively evaluates the shape of the skull and jawbones and the position of the teeth.
Simply put, just as there are established standards for what can be considered “normal values”—such as blood pressure or blood sugar levels—when you visit a hospital because you are ill, orthodontics also has average values that fall within a normal range.
In orthodontic treatment,
→ what condition the upper and lower jaws should be in to be considered normal
→ what the relationship between the molars should be
→ what angle the front teeth should have
Various factors are quantified, making it possible to determine the average normal range.
If you visit a Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinic for a diagnosis, it is possible to identify which areas fall within the reference range and which areas are outside the normal standard.
That is why diagnosis is important. If, after establishing a proper orthodontic plan, the results fall within the normal standard, the orthodontic treatment can be regarded as successful.
The second criterion for successful orthodontic treatment was aesthetic satisfaction. In fact, this can be considered more a matter of personal preference.
Therefore, even when there is no issue with the first condition, many people may describe their orthodontic treatment as having “failed” if they are unhappy with the aesthetic result.
A result that looks like very successful orthodontic treatment to a doctor may not be a result the patient likes.
Moreover, orthodontic treatment requires a substantial amount of time, and the results cannot be seen quickly. As a result, even when people are disappointed with the outcome, many choose to move on rather than undergo retreatment.
However, if patients continue to feel that something looks awkward or does not suit them no matter how many times they look at it, they may eventually regret the orthodontic treatment itself and undergo retreatment at some point.
How can you achieve results that are objectively successful while also increasing your own aesthetic satisfaction?
First, a detailing process is needed so that the treatment goals can be quickly adjusted to meet each individual’s needs.
What patients want often begins with very small details.
“I’d like them to come out just a little more.”
“I’d like them to be pushed in a little further.”
Fortunately, these needs can be adjusted promptly, so it can also be helpful to mention them right away.
When looking for a Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinic, we recommend finding one that listens carefully to what you want, empathizes with you, and can immediately reflect and adjust the treatment accordingly.
An accurate initial diagnosis is important when working toward satisfactory results. Only a precise diagnosis makes it possible to establish a detailed treatment plan, and carrying it out properly can bring you closer to the goal.
For this reason, when providing Invisalign treatment, Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinics used the dedicated iTero equipment.
The equipment reduces errors through a more convenient 3D intraoral scan and creates a real-time representation of the patient’s oral information.
The data obtained can then be used in a 3D simulation process to predict the orthodontic results that may be expected. Patients felt satisfied simply by being able to see the Before & After images before receiving treatment, and they participated more actively in the treatment process.
However, because the overall direction of orthodontic treatment is ultimately handled by the treating medical team, it was also important to check their extensive clinical experience, skill, and expertise. The problem was that this can be difficult to determine before actually receiving treatment.
Therefore, it was necessary to gather various types of information before choosing a dental clinic. At this point, it was helpful to check the Invisalign ranking of the Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinic.
Invisalign rankings begin at Bronze and progress through increasingly higher levels, with Diamond Purple at the top.
In other words, Diamond Purple can be considered the highest ranking, and it can only be awarded after reaching more than 1,500 Invisalign cases in a year.
For reference, the qualifying conditions differ by ranking level, and a corresponding ranking is awarded based on the amount of Invisalign treatment performed during a given year.
Many people ask, “Isn’t it just a marketing term?” However, it is an objective indicator directly involving Align Technology, Inc., the U.S. headquarters that develops and manufactures genuine Invisalign appliances, so its credibility cannot reasonably be questioned.
Therefore, rather than viewing the ranking as something created for promotional purposes, it is better to regard it as an indicator of how much practical Invisalign experience a Gangnam Sinsa-dong clear aligner dental clinic has.
The Invisalign ranking history of ID Dental Clinic Sinsa was as follows.
2021
Received the highest ranking,
‘Red Diamond,’
for the first time in South Korea.
2022–2024
Maintained the Red Diamond ranking each year.
2025
Received ‘Purple Diamond,’
a ranking higher than Red Diamond,
for the first time in South Korea.
As a result, as of January this year, the total number of Invisalign orthodontic cases had reached 6,852, achieving a top-tier record.
Considering that the ranking can change each time depending on the experience gained during that year, maintaining the highest ranking for five consecutive years from 2021 to the present carried special significance.
Records do not say everything, and a larger quantity does not necessarily mean higher quality. However, Invisalign orthodontic treatment differs in its treatment process from other types of orthodontics, so greater experience can be considered to lead to broader expertise and improved capabilities.
When extensive experience is supported by expertise and experience in orthodontics, clear aligners can also be used for difficult malocclusions and comprehensive orthodontic treatment.
So far, I have explained in detail the criteria for successful orthodontic treatment and what standards to use when looking for a dental clinic to achieve those results.
One additional point is that orthodontic treatment does not end when the treatment itself is completed. It also requires ongoing retention and follow-up care afterward, so it is a good idea to check whether stable post-treatment management will be available.
-How long has the clinic been providing treatment
at this location?
-Is there any concern that it may close?
These are also useful points to check in advance when undergoing orthodontic treatment that requires a long treatment period.
I hope that you will carefully refer to the information shared today and achieve orthodontic results that you can be satisfied with.
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