Invisalign®

Thanks to the wonder of Invisalign®, over 9 million people around the world have had orthodontic treatment, with a removable, discreet and comfortable brace.

Except, Invisalign® is no ordinary brace, it’s an aligner system. If you’re looking to correct your teeth but would like an alternative option to braces, Invisalign® is a popular option that keeps your teeth looking fabulous through the whole course of treatment.

What is Invisalign®?

Invisalign® uses a set of custom made aligners to guide your teeth into a healthier and more attractive position. Invisalign® aligners are changed by you at home and worn for 22 hours a day, leaving you with a two-hour gap each day, when you can brush and eat just like normal. It’s this amazing degree of flexibility that has allowed Invisalign® to climb to the top of the orthodontics market.

Who is Invisalign® for?

Invisalign® is for patients who wish to correct problems like:

• Crooked teeth.
• Overbites: when the upper front teeth overlap with your lower front teeth.
• Underbites: when the lower front teeth overlap with your upper front teeth.
• Crossbites: when several upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, rather than outside.
• Gaps in your teeth.
• Open bites: misalignment of the front upper and lower teeth which leaves a gap between them.
• Crowded teeth: when there is not enough space in the mouth for permanent teeth to grow straight.

Why choose Invisalign®?

There are so many fantastic reasons to choose Invisalign®.

Firstly, it’s one of the most discreet orthodontic treatments available to patients, owing to the fact the aligners are made from transparent plastic. This is incidentally why they’re also such a comfortable option, as the plastic fits snugly over all the small curves and grooves that make up your smile. Unlike conventional braces, there are no wires or brackets, which adds to the comfort value of Invisalign®’s design.

If you’re turned off by the fact that conventional braces inhibit your eating habits, you will be pleased to learn that no sacrifices need to be made in the case of Invisalign®. Simply take your aligners out to enjoy your normal diet and brush as normal.

The amazing state-of-the-art planning technology means you can actually see the results of treatment…. before any treatment even starts. Using ClinCheck® and 3D planning, you will be able to see the movements your teeth will go through and take a prospective look at how your smile will appear. This can serve as a huge motivator during treatment.

Stages of treatment

Initial consultation and examination:

• Discuss what you hope to achieve through treatment.
• Examine the health of your smile to make sure you are suitable for treatment.

Smile design

• Collate information such as X-rays, photographs and non-invasive digital scans to plan your unique Invisalign®

Wearing your aligners

• Give you your custom made aligners to wear at home and replace every 2 weeks. We will ask that you come in for an appointment every 4-6, so we can check on your progress.

Retaining your teeth

• Once treatment with the Invisalign® aligners is complete, your retainer will ensure your teeth don’t slip back into their original position. We offer fixed retainers which sit at the back of your teeth out of view, and removable retainers, which are worn at night time. Contact us