Frequently Asked Questions

The first examination at Polyclinic Fiziodent is free of charge.

The price includes the placement of the braces, all check-ups, removal of the braces, and the making of a removable retainer.

Yes. They serve to align the teeth, but they also have a function of closing gaps. They also correct the bite.

Yes. We accept MasterCard from Zagrebačka Banka in up to 24 installments, Diners in up to 24 installments, and PBZ Visa in up to 24 installments, all interest-free.

The duration of treatment depends entirely on the orthodontic condition, which we can only assess after the first examination.

Once you decide on fixed braces, they can be fitted within 7 to 14 days.

It is a transparent removable appliance used to correct almost all orthodontic irregularities, provided that all instructions from the orthodontic specialist are followed.

Unfortunately, no. Invisalign Comprehensive Premium and Standard are designed to correct more complex irregularities and are always applied to both dental arches in order to correct the bite as well as misaligned teeth. However, there are other packages available that can be used to address irregularities in a single dental arch.

Yes, impressions/scans are taken at our clinic and we also take photos of your progress.

Yes, it is. After a detailed examination, the orthodontic specialist creates a treatment plan that you can view before starting orthodontic therapy.

The frequency of check-ups depends on the type of irregularity and the stage of treatment. Sometimes check-ups may be every 2 weeks, and often every 6 to 8 weeks.

The frequency of check-ups depends on the type of irregularity, the number of aligners, and the patient's own discipline.

If you have foreign insurance that covers dental services, you will need to check your policy to confirm coverage.

A 10-year-old typically has mixed dentition (a combination of baby and permanent teeth). Fixed braces are only placed once all the teeth are permanent and mature, that is, after the growth and development of their roots is complete.

To je žičano-kompozitno-fiksno-retencijsko sredstvo koje služi kao dodatna sigurnost uz retaineaA splint is a wire–composite fixed retention device that serves as an added safeguard alongside a retainer to prevent unwanted tooth movement. It is used in cases of irregularities that tend to relapse.r kako ne bi došlo do neželjenih pomaka zuba. Primjenjuje se kod anomalija koje imaju tendenciju recidivu.

A retainer is a removable appliance worn mostly at night, but it should be taken seriously because treatment results can only be maintained through regular wear. If it is not worn, relapse—meaning the teeth shifting back toward their pre-treatment position—can occur quickly.

Once you decide on a clear aligner, we can deliver it to you within two weeks.

The length of retainer wear varies for each individual, and patients should never stop wearing it on their own. It is important to follow the orthodontic specialist's instructions.

The main advantages are that it is lightweight, removable (although it should be worn for 20 to 22 hours a day), and easy to clean with a toothbrush. Its greatest benefit is that it is transparent, making it hardly noticeable when worn.