What is Invisalign?

How is it done?

Due to technological changes, we are now able to take 3D scans with an iTero scanner which enables us to show you how your teeth can look almost instantaneously, removing the need for traditional impression taking with alginate.

An aligner is worn 22 hours per day for optimum effect, the aligners fit tightly over your teeth. You change your aligners as recommended by your dentist, either weekly or two weekly. The number of visits you will require with the dentists does depend on your specific treatment plan.

An Invisalign consultation would involve an interactive scan, photographs and x-rays if required. Your dentist may not feel that you are currently suitable for Invisalign due to dental disease, i.e. dental decay or gum disease. It is advisable to have all general dentistry carried out prior to moving teeth. There are also instances where your dentist may advise a conventional orthodontic approach rather than Invisalign.

Your journey!

An iTero 3D scan will give a clear indication of the potential movement of the teeth via a video ClinCheck. Once both you and your dentist are happy with the movement of the teeth via the interactive system we will order your aligners!

At the fitting appointment of your aligners, you may require a small amount of IPR; interproximal reduction, meaning up to 0.5mm of enamel would be smoothed over to allow for movement by gaining space, this does not require anaesthetic. Also, small discrete attachments are placed onto your teeth. This would be indicated on your ClinCheck.

Once your treatment is complete, you will be rescanned for a retainer which must be worn following any type of orthodontic treatment. Lifelong retention is necessary.

Whilst any form of orthodontic treatment will straighten teeth, this may not give the complete desired look. With all of our Invisalign treatments we include an at home whitening course. On occasion, composite edge contouring may be required, this would be discussed with you.