Introduction of the Person behind Simbaligner
Melanie Walch
Changing people’s life – making them smile!
In 2010, my professional journey started as a dental technologist. After my successful training, I worked at a dental practice as a technologist. This shaped my understanding of the Technician – Dentist – Patient relationship.
In 2015, I worked as a Product Specialist supporting a computer-aided design & computer-aided manufacturing (CAD-CAM) system.
In 2016, I moved to Kenya, which gave me a new perspective on the digital dental market on an international level. I operated with several CAD CAM laboratories in Nairobi where I had to work closely with dentists, ensuring the highest quality of work from the beginning to the end of cases. In 2017 I then founded Simba Smile Ltd. A company which now striving to introduce a Kenyan made Aligner System in the East African Market
What is a Simbaligner?
Aligner Therapy is an alternative treatment solution to fixed braces in orthodontic procedures. Simbaligner is a clear Aligner used to straighten teeth, which are crooked and not in line. As the Splints are transparent and thin, they give a certain comfort compared to braces and are barely noticeable. Our Simbaligners are for anterior minor adjustments to create the Smile you deserve. Simbaligners will not just take care of your Smile from an aesthetic point of view, but also considers the functionality of your oral health.
What are the Benefits of aligning teeth?
Self-esteem.
Unhappiness with your physical appearance can lead to reduced confidence resulting in social avoidance.
Speech difficulties.
Misaligned teeth can affect your articulation and therefore, problems with your speech.
Periodontal diseases are due to an ineffective dental hygiene regimen, which causes tooth decay.
Excess wear and tear on teeth, gum, jaw and muscles, can affect your overall health.
Chewing and digestion. Crooked teeth can interfere with proper chewing
What Indications can be treated with Simbaligners?
Tooth Gaps in the anterior region are an indication which can be closed with Simbaligners.
Misaligned teeth in the anterior region caused by trauma are aligned with the Simbaligner.
Crooked teeth in the anterior region. Space and bite will determine the possible outcomes.
The Process of getting a Simbaligner
1. Simbaligners can only be purchased through our Partner Clinics to ensure high-quality service delivery. Nairobi Sterling Dental Clinic is one of the partner Clinics to deliver the Simbaligners to Patients. Therefore we are happy to work with Sterling Dental Clinic to ensure a great experience throw-out the treatment.
2. The dental Clinic will make an Intraoral Scan of your oral situation and will send those files to us.
3. Together with our orthodontic Specialist, we will then create a virtual 3D simulated treatment plan individualized for you.
4. Before the production of the Simbaligner starts, you can watch the 3D Simulation with your dentist and get the treatment plan as well as the costs. Only after your approval, will the production and treatment of your perfect Smile begin.
5. After we deliver the Simbaligners to your dentist, you will be able to start the treatment.
6. Together with your dentist, we will guide you through the whole treatment till we have reached the perfect Smile created for you
How to wear Simbaligner?
The success of the treatment is dependent on the discipline of the patients.
It should be worn for 20 – 22 hours per day to get the best result.
Each step should be worn over a period of two weeks before changing to the next step.
