By Song Jingwoo 
What if patients could see a 3D model of their teeth before starting clear aligner treatment?
At BestSmile Dental Clinic in Bayan Lepas, Penang, the iTero Element Plus intraoral scanner makes this possible. Together with Invisalign ClinCheck® software, it supports personalised treatment planning and helps patients understand their planned orthodontic journey.
iTero Element Plus is an intraoral scanner that captures detailed 3D digital impressions of patients’ teeth without conventional impression moulds.
BestSmile’s dentists use this technology to assess tooth alignment and support clear aligner treatment planning.
- No conventional impression moulds: Digital scanning provides an alternative to traditional impression materials.
- 3D view of teeth: Patients can see their current tooth alignment on screen.
- Personalised treatment planning: Digital models help BestSmile’s dentists develop individual orthodontic plans.
- Better treatment understanding: Visual information makes planned treatment easier to explain and discuss.
These features help make the consultation more informative, particularly for patients considering clear aligners for the first time.
iTero and ClinCheck® support different stages of digital Invisalign treatment planning.
| Technology | How It Supports Treatment |
|---|---|
| iTero Element Plus | Creates detailed 3D digital impressions of teeth |
| ClinCheck® Software | Helps plan the sequence and timing of tooth movements |
| 3D Treatment Visualisation | Displays planned tooth positions during treatment |
| Dentist-Guided Planning | Allows individual adjustments to the proposed treatment plan |
BestSmile’s dentists use ClinCheck® to review how teeth are planned to move towards their intended positions.
The digital simulation is a planning tool, not a guaranteed prediction of treatment results. Actual tooth movement may vary.
Learn more about ClinCheck® Invisalign treatment planning.
BestSmile Dental Clinic combines digital scanning with professional assessment and ongoing monitoring.
The typical process involves:
- Initial Assessment: BestSmile’s dentists assess tooth alignment, bite and clear aligner suitability.
- iTero Digital Scan: A 3D model of the patient’s teeth is created.
- ClinCheck® Planning: Planned tooth movements and treatment sequences are reviewed.
- Clear Aligner Wear: Patients follow their prescribed aligner plan, with SmartForce™ Attachments when needed.
- Monitoring and Retention: Progress is reviewed, followed by suitable retainer recommendations after treatment.
Each treatment plan is customised according to individual orthodontic needs.
Shin, a BestSmile patient from Sungai Petani, underwent Invisalign treatment for an open bite.
Her experience highlights several aspects of personalised orthodontic care:
- Treatment explanation: Her dentist discussed the Invisalign plan and expected journey during consultation.
- Ongoing communication: Follow-ups included WhatsApp communication and Google meetings when travelling to Penang was difficult.
- Individual care: Her experience involved treatment planning and communication throughout her orthodontic journey.
Shin’s story demonstrates the importance of professional guidance beyond digital planning. Her experience is individual, and other patients’ treatment needs and outcomes may differ.
Read more about Shin’s Invisalign experience at BestSmile Dental Clinic.
Dr. Ooi Yee Sen, Founder and Principal Dentist of BestSmile Dental Clinic, holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from AIMST University and is a Certified Invisalign Provider.
His professional interests include clear aligners and digital dentistry.
At BestSmile, iTero scanning and ClinCheck® planning support the work of qualified dentists, while individual assessment and professional monitoring remain essential throughout treatment.
Digital scanning helps patients visualise their teeth while supporting BestSmile’s dentists in developing customised clear aligner plans.
By combining iTero Element Plus, ClinCheck® software and professional guidance, BestSmile Dental Clinic provides a digitally supported approach to orthodontic care.
Located at Setia Triangle, Bayan Lepas, BestSmile Dental Clinic in Penang provides personalised clear aligner consultations for suitable patients.