York Orthodontics is the first Acceledent Treatment Provider in Sacramento and Folsom CA
The AcceleDent™ System is designed to increase the rate of tooth movement and may reduce treatment time when used with a conventional fixed orthodontic appliance.
Results from a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial, conducted at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, demonstrate that tooth movement could be increased during the alignment phase by 106% and during the space closure phase by 38-50%. The use of AcceleDent with other types of orthodontic appliances has not yet been studied.
The AcceleDent™ System is light, comfortable, hands-free and can be used 20 minutes per day while engaged in variety of daily activities. Patients have reported use while reading, watching television, listening to music and doing school work.
Patient Benefits
- Accelerated tooth movement without compromised aesthetics
- Compatible with braces for both adults and adolescents
- Lightweight for comfort and use during daily activities
- Hands-free design allows you to go about your daily activities during the 20-minute treatment.
How does AcceleDent work?
The appliance, used daily for 20 minutes, applies patented technology to gently vibrate the teeth and surrounding bone. In a controlled clinical trial, the vibrations have proven to accelerate tooth movement by 38%-50%.
Why are microvibrations so important?
The rate of tooth movement greatly depends on the speed at which the bone surrounding the teeth changes. Studies have shown that orthodontic force coupled with micovibrations, generated by the AcceleDent System, safely accelerate tooth movement.
Is AcceleDent Safe?
AcceleDent has a good safely profile, as indicated by university studies in humans. AcceleDent is considered safe and under normal conditions of use with a conventional fixed orthodontic appliance.
If it accelerates tooth movement, will it cause more discomfort?
No. AcceleDent is well tolerated and does not increase the level of discomfort associated with orthodontic treatment. In fact, many patients reported experiencing a DECREASE in discomfort or unpleasant sensation during treatment.