Aligners in Vienna: Invisalign® Clear Aligners at Prof. Jonke's Office

Aligners are nearly transparent, removable dental trays that gradually move the teeth into the desired position.

Not quite: “Aligner” is the general term for clear aligners, with Invisalign® being the best-known brand among them. When it comes to treatment results, orthodontic planning matters more than the brand name.

Both aligners and braces can address a wide range of tooth movements. Aligners are virtually invisible and removable, but require consistent wear; braces are fixed in place and do not require daily wear discipline. Suitability is assessed during the initial consultation and determined on an individual basis.

The costs depend on the specific treatment required and will be outlined in a personalized cost estimate following the initial examination.

A reimbursement from the health insurance provider—a partial contribution toward the costs—may be available depending on the provider and is discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Whether the insurance company pays, and how much, depends on the severity of the misalignment and the specific policy.

Yes, coffee, tea, and meals are no problem: just take the aligners out before eating or drinking, and put them back in afterward. When wearing your aligners, you should drink only plain water, as coffee, tea, or cola can stain them.

After an aligner replacement, you may feel a slight pressure for one to three days; severe pain does not usually occur.

Clean the aligner with lukewarm water and a soft brush. Use only a mild, non-abrasive toothpaste or the cleaning products recommended for your specific system. Hot water is not suitable because it can warp the aligner.

The treatment plan typically calls for wearing the appliance for about 20 to 22 hours a day, removing it only for meals and oral hygiene.

During the first few days, you may have a slight lisp because your tongue needs to get used to the thin retainer. This usually goes away quickly; reading aloud or speaking helps you adjust more quickly.

The attachments themselves are tooth-colored. Their bonding edge may become slightly discolored over time due to heavily pigmented foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, or turmeric. This can be corrected with thorough cleaning and a professional polish at the dentist’s office.

In this case, please contact the office as soon as possible. Depending on the stage of your treatment, you may continue to wear your previous aligner temporarily or switch to the next one earlier. We will work with you to determine the best solution for your individual needs. It is important not to go without an aligner for an extended period of time, so that your teeth do not shift back.

If one of the small attachments comes loose from your tooth, simply contact the office. It’s easy: During a quick appointment, the attachment will be reattached so that the aligner fits securely again. Until then, continue wearing your current aligner as usual.

Modern aligners can be used to treat even complex misalignments. An individual examination during your initial consultation will determine whether they are suitable for your specific condition.

Yes. After active treatment is complete, a retainer—a thin wire behind the teeth and/or a night guard—locks in the results so that the teeth do not shift back to their original positions. This is standard practice for any orthodontic treatment and is intended for the long term.

Some patients do, in fact, snack less often because every snack means taking out their aligners and then brushing their teeth. However, there is no scientific evidence that aligners directly lead to weight loss: Aligners are a means of correcting teeth, not a weight-loss aid.