ProMonitoring: AI-Assisted Clear Aligner Care in Chicago
Straightening your teeth no longer means a standing appointment every few weeks. Wentworth Dental Clinic now offers ProMonitoring, an AI-assisted system that lets Dr. Helen Chan, D.M.D., M.Sc. track your clear aligner progress remotely between visits. You scan your teeth from home with a smartphone, the technology analyzes your progress, and you come into our Chicago office only when an in-person appointment is actually necessary. For busy patients, it is one of the most convenient ways to complete aligner treatment available today.
Expert Care in a Convenient Location
Led by Dr. Helen Chan, D.M.D., M.Sc., Wentworth Dental Clinic serves patients throughout Chicago, including Chinatown, The Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, the West Loop, Wicker Park, and Bucktown. ProMonitoring extends that care beyond the office, giving patients across the city a way to stay on track with aligner treatment without rearranging their schedules for frequent checkups.
What Is ProMonitoring?
ProMonitoring is a remote monitoring technology for clear aligner treatment that uses artificial intelligence to track how your teeth are moving. Instead of relying only on periodic in-office visits to check your progress, ProMonitoring lets you submit regular scans of your teeth using a smartphone and a small scanning device provided to you at the start of treatment. The AI reviews each scan and flags anything that needs Dr. Chan's attention, such as an aligner that is not fitting properly or a tooth that is not moving as planned.
The result is a treatment experience built around your life rather than your calendar. You get consistent professional oversight of your progress, and you save the time and hassle of traveling to the office for routine checks that can now be handled digitally.
How AI Makes Aligner Treatment Smarter
The technology behind ProMonitoring is what sets it apart from traditional aligner monitoring. Every scan you submit is analyzed by AI trained to detect the fine details of tooth movement, aligner fit, and oral hygiene. This means potential issues are caught early, often before they would become visible at a standard appointment weeks later.
For you as a patient, this translates into a few clear advantages:
- Fewer surprises. Problems that could extend your treatment, like an aligner that is not seating correctly, are identified quickly rather than at your next scheduled visit.
- More predictable results. Consistent digital tracking helps keep your treatment moving on schedule.
- Professional oversight between visits. Even when you are not in the office, Dr. Chan has a clear, up-to-date picture of how your treatment is progressing.
Fewer Appointments, Same Professional Oversight
The biggest advantage of ProMonitoring for most patients is the reduced number of in-office appointments. Traditional clear aligner treatment usually requires you to come in every few weeks so your dentist can check your progress in person. With ProMonitoring, much of that oversight happens remotely through your scans, so office visits are reserved for the moments when in-person care genuinely adds value.
For patients who work full-time, travel frequently, or simply live a busy life in Chicago, this is a meaningful difference. You get the confidence of professional supervision throughout your treatment without the recurring interruption of frequent dental appointments. It is orthodontic care that fits around your schedule instead of the other way around. If you are still weighing your options, you can compare aligners with traditional braces to decide which approach suits your goals.
How ProMonitoring Works at Wentworth Dental Clinic
1. Consultation and Treatment Plan Your journey begins with a visit to our Chicago office, where Dr. Chan evaluates your teeth and determines whether clear aligners with ProMonitoring are right for you. If they are, we take digital impressions and design your custom aligner treatment plan.
2. Getting Set Up At the start of treatment, you receive your clear aligners along with everything you need to submit scans from home. There is no complicated setup. The system is ready to use from day one, and our team will show you exactly how to take and submit your scans.
3. Regular At-Home Scans On a schedule set by Dr. Chan, you use your smartphone to scan your teeth. It takes only a few minutes. The AI analyzes each scan and updates Dr. Chan on your progress.
4. Office Visits Only When Needed Instead of routine checkups, you come into the office only when the technology or Dr. Chan determines that in-person care is necessary, such as receiving your next set of aligners or addressing something the scans revealed.
5. Finishing Treatment When your treatment is complete, Dr. Chan fits you with a retainer to keep your new smile in place. As with any aligner treatment, wearing your retainer as directed is what protects your results long term.
Serving Chicago and Nearby Neighborhoods
Wentworth Dental Clinic proudly offers ProMonitoring: AI-Assisted Clear Aligner care to patients in:
- Chinatown
- The Loop
- River North
- Lincoln Park
- West Loop
- Wicker Park/Bucktown
Whether you're a local or new to the area, we're here to help you feel confident in your appearance.
Frequently Asked Questions About ProMonitoring in Chicago
Is ProMonitoring a type of clear aligner?
No. ProMonitoring is the technology used to monitor your clear aligner treatment remotely. You still wear custom clear aligners to straighten your teeth. ProMonitoring is the AI-assisted system that tracks your progress between office visits, allowing for fewer appointments.
Does remote monitoring mean I never come into the office?
Not quite. You will still have an initial consultation and occasional in-person visits when they are genuinely needed. What changes is that routine progress checks are handled through your at-home scans, which significantly reduces how often you need to come in.
How do I submit my scans?
You use a smartphone along with a small scanning device provided at the start of your treatment. The process takes only a few minutes and the app walks you through each step. You will receive a notification when it is time to submit your next scan.
Is the AI a replacement for my dentist?
No. The AI analyzes your scans and flags anything that needs attention, but Dr. Chan remains in charge of your treatment at every stage. The technology gives her more frequent and more detailed information about your progress than traditional monitoring allows, which supports better decisions about your care.
Who is a good candidate for ProMonitoring?
Most patients who are candidates for clear aligners are also good candidates for ProMonitoring, particularly those who want to minimize time spent in the office. The best way to find out is to schedule a consultation at our Chicago office so Dr. Chan can evaluate your specific situation.
Start Your Clear Aligner Treatment in Chicago
ProMonitoring brings together proven clear aligner treatment and modern AI technology to give you a straighter smile with fewer interruptions to your day. Straighter teeth can also be the first step in a larger smile makeover, and Dr. Chan can talk you through your options during your visit. If you live or work in Chicago and have been considering clear aligners, this is one of the most convenient ways to get there. Contact Wentworth Dental Clinic at (312) 225-5500 or schedule your consultation online to find out if ProMonitoring is right for you.