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Orthodontic treatment works by applying controlled pressure to move teeth into proper alignment. That movement depends on how the surrounding bone responds. Propel® Accelerated Treatment is a minimally invasive procedure designed to stimulate the body’s natural bone remodeling process. When used alongside Invisalign or braces, it may support more efficient orthodontic tooth movement in appropriate patients. At DC Dental Spa in Washington, DC, Propel is offered as part of a carefully planned orthodontic strategy grounded in clinical principles.

Benefits Of Propel Orthodontics

What is Propel® Accelerated Treatment?

Propel uses a technique known as micro-osteoperforation.

Small, precise perforations are created in the bone surrounding specific teeth. This stimulates a localized healing response known in orthodontics as the Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon (RAP), a temporary increase in bone turnover and cellular activity.

In simple terms:

  • Orthodontic force moves teeth
  • Bone remodeling allows that movement
  • Propel stimulates localized remodeling activity

Propel does not replace Invisalign or braces. It enhances the biological response that allows teeth to move.

Orthodontic tooth movement requires coordinated biological changes in bone.

Research on micro-osteoperforation techniques suggests that controlled stimulation of the bone may temporarily increase cellular activity involved in remodeling. This response may help:

  • Support aligner tracking
  • Improve movement efficiency in certain cases
  • Reduce the likelihood of mid-course corrections

Treatment timelines vary from patient to patient. Propel is designed to support the biological process of tooth movement, not guarantee a specific timeframe.

What to Expect During the Procedure

Propel is performed in-office and typically takes only minutes.

  • Local anesthesia is used for comfort
  • Micro-perforations are placed in targeted areas
  • Most patients return to normal activity the same day

Mild soreness may occur afterward and is often similar to switching to a new aligner tray.

How Propel Orthodontics Works

Who is a Candidate for Propel?

Propel may be considered for patients who:

  • Are currently undergoing Invisalign treatment
  • Are in traditional braces
  • Want to explore options that support efficient tooth movement
  • Have healthy gums and adequate bone levels

Not every orthodontic case requires acceleration techniques. At DC Dental Spa, we evaluate your periodontal health, treatment complexity, and goals before recommending Propel.

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Micro-osteoperforation techniques have been studied in orthodontic literature, including research published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. These studies explore how localized stimulation of bone may temporarily increase remodeling activity involved in tooth movement.

Individual biological response varies, and results depend on case complexity and overall oral health.

Why Choose DC Dental Spa for Propel Treatment in Washington, DC?

Orthodontic acceleration should be thoughtful, not automatic.

At DC Dental Spa, we focus on:

  • Evidence-informed treatment planning
  • Digital imaging and comprehensive evaluations
  • Careful case selection
  • Transparent expectations

We do not overpromise results. We design personalized treatment plans based on biology, safety, and long-term smile stability.

What is Propel® Accelerated Treatment?

Propel is a minimally invasive micro-osteoperforation procedure used alongside orthodontic treatment to stimulate localized bone remodeling and support tooth movement.

Does Propel make Invisalign faster?

Propel may support more efficient orthodontic tooth movement in some patients. Treatment timelines vary depending on biological response and case complexity.

Is Propel safe?

When performed by trained dental professionals and used in appropriate cases, micro-osteoperforation techniques are considered minimally invasive and have been studied in orthodontic care.

How long does the biological effect last?

The Regional Acceleratory Phenomenon is temporary. The biological effect typically occurs in the weeks following the procedure.

Is Propel painful?

Local anesthesia is used during the procedure. Most patients report mild soreness similar to changing aligner trays.

Schedule a Propel Consultation in Washington, DC

If you are considering Invisalign or are currently in orthodontic treatment and want to explore whether Propel® Accelerated Treatment is appropriate for your smile, we invite you to schedule a consultation at DC Dental Spa.

Our team will evaluate your oral health, orthodontic goals, and treatment plan to determine whether this adjunct procedure is right for you.

Call our Washington, DC office today or book your appointment online.

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