Dr. Spain is proud to offer Propel, which allows for faster treatment with braces or Invisalign aligners. It does this by increasing the rate of bone remodeling, allowing your teeth to be guided to their desired position more quickly and easily. We offer both in-office and at-home options for our patients.
During your appointment, Dr. Spain will numb the treatment area. Small perforations or “dental dimples” will be placed as necessary to stimulate tooth movement. Since the treatment area will be numb, you should only feel slight pressure as the perforations are being placed. Post-treatment, most patients report little to no pain. Patients can take acetaminophen for any minor discomfort, but it is important to avoid Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories (NSAIDs), as they have been shown to inhibit orthodontic tooth movement.
