Proclaim is designed for adults with teeth that aren't moving, accommodating various dental conditions like sensitive gums, dentures, and dental implants, with consideration for dexterity issues.
- How do I know if I am a Proclaim candidate?
- Is Proclaim safe for me?
- How old do I have to be to use the Proclaim System?
- Can Proclaim be used if I have sensitive gums, dentures, braces, permanent retainers, or implants?
- Can Proclaim be used if I have dexterity issues?
- Can I use Proclaim during my Invisalign treatment?
How do I know if I am a Proclaim candidate?
Proclaim is a great option for most people!
We are able to design a custom mouthpiece just for you even if you have bridges, partial & removable dentures, permanent retainers, implants, crowns, veneers, and fillings!
There are only a few reasons why Proclaim may not work for you:
- If you are in active orthodontia - the movement of your teeth would over time cause your mouthpiece fit improperly. You are welcome to purchase a system now, but simply wait until you have completed your ortho treatment to get a scan!
- Growing children experience changes in their dentition and should wait to use our product until their dentition is stable.
- If you have “all on 4” permanent implants with prosthetic gingiva (fake gums) our product will not work for you.
- You must have at least one permanent first or second premolar or first molar in each quadrant of your mouth for us to be able to design a mouthpiece for you.
If your healthcare provider has advised treatments like deep cleaning, tartar removal, the completion of restoration, or the need for a filling, we suggest finishing these procedures before undergoing the Proclaim scan to ensure an optimal experience.
During the time of your scan, our partners may make personalized recommendations to you based on their clinical judgement.
Lastly, should you have a removable appliance, please remove it for the scan and during each treatment.
If you have specific questions about your oral anatomy and if this product will work for you, feel free to reach out to customer care!
Is Proclaim safe for me?
Proclaim has been shown to significantly reduce gum inflammation, gum bleeding, and plaque accumulation when used once a day, in combination with brushing.
Proclaim's safety for hard and soft oral tissue, and for restorations, has been demonstrated in a clinical trial.
If you have any concerns about whether Proclaim is safe for you due to your oral health or other health conditions, you should contact your dentist or healthcare professional.
How old do I have to be to use the Proclaim System?
Proclaim is for the majority of people with adult teeth that aren't moving, meaning no orthodontic treatment in progress or jaws/teeth still developing. It is not age dependent.
Can Proclaim be used if I have sensitive gums, dentures, braces, permanent retainers, or implants?
Braces & Permanent Retainers
Lingual bars are no problem, but those in active orthodontia will need to wait until the completion of their treatment before having a custom mouthpiece created.
Sensitive Gums
Sensitive gums could be a sign of inflammation, meaning there may be plaque buildup on the teeth or below the gumline. The Proclaim system, in combination with brushing, is designed to effectively and quickly clean those areas to reduce gum inflammation, gum bleeding, and plaque accumulation. Proclaim also includes a water pressure dial so you can start using Proclaim at a lower pressure that is comfortable for you, and slowly build up to the maximum pressure. If you experience extreme sensitivity during your normal oral care routine we recommend you check with your dental professional about what might be causing your sensitivity, and about using Proclaim.
Dentures
Yes, people with partial dentures can use Proclaim. Just make sure to remove anything removable for your scan and when using Proclaim.
Note: Patients should remove any removable appliances before scanning and when using Proclaim, and Proclaim does not clean underneath fixed appliances.
Dental Implants
Yes, people with dental implants can use our Proclaim system. However, if you have "all on 4" permanent implants, Proclaim will not work for you.
Note: Proclaim will not replace any special cleaning that your dentist has recommended for under your implant or permanent bridge.
Can Proclaim be used if I have dexterity issues?
Using Proclaim generally requires less dexterity than flossing, but people with severe dexterity issues may find some aspects of using our product challenging.
Can I use Proclaim during my Invisalign treatment?
We recommend that those in active orthodontia (Invisalign) wait until the completion of their treatment before getting a 3D intraoral scan and having a custom mouthpiece created.