Invisalign
Looking for an effective, hassle-free teeth-straightening solution? With no wires and no fuss, Invisalign is becoming an opted alternative to the regular arch wire.
The main advantages of Invisalign are that aligners can be taken out, allowing you to eat without worrying about debonding a bracket. These trays that gradually align your teeth are also transparent, so no one will know you are having your teeth straightened.
To speak to a dentist about Invisalign treatment, book a free smile assessment today.
Frequently asked questions
The best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water and using the Invisalign Cleaning Crystals or special cleaning tablets. It’s important that you brush your teeth after each meal before re-inserting your aligners to maintain good oral hygiene.
The vast majority of patients report no effect on speech. However, as with traditional orthodontic appliances, there is an initial adjustment period associated with having something new in the mouth.
No. Unlike traditional wires and brackets, with the Invisalign® System you can eat whatever you like while in treatment because you remove your aligners to eat and drink. This also makes it simple to brush and floss your teeth after each meal to maintain good oral hygiene, before re-inserting your aligners.
Smoking is discouraged while wearing aligners because it is possible for the aligners to become stained or discoloured.
You should wear your aligners all the time during treatment, except when eating, brushing or flossing teeth. Recommended wear 22 hours a day.
Chewing gum while wearing aligners is not advised as gum can stick to them. It is recommended that aligners be removed for all meals and snacks.
Dentists that carry out Invisalign treatment
How it works
A free initial consultation
We offer an initial consultation free of charge to ascertain whether Invisalign is a suitable treatment option for you. We will look at what you would like straightened, the general health of your mouth and how you look after your smile.
If all checks-out Ok, and you are happy to proceed, we will arrange your first Invisalign Appointment. If you would like time to consider your options then that is not a problem.
First Invisalign Appointment
This appointment covers the following ; a 3d itero scan, x-rays, photographs and consent papers for Invisalign to create your bespoke treatment plan we call the “Clincheck”. There will be a non-refundable £150 deposit taken at this appointment.
Clincheck appointment
Invisalign construct a 3D model of your mouth and a step by step plan that will demonstrate how Invisalign can work for you. In more advanced cases you will be referred to a specialist. If you decide to go ahead with your treatment plan, then consent forms for Invisalign treatment and retainer protocol will be taken. If you decide this is not for you, then your initial deposit will cover the work already undertaken by Invisalign and your Invisalign dentist. This fee is incorporated into the total cost of Invisalign treatment if you decide to proceed.
Initial Fit Appointment
Initial fit happens approximately two weeks after the Clincheck appointment. The first aligner is fitted and the fitting of any necessary attachments and tooth shaping. You will be shown how to look after your mouth and aligners. A bespoke programme will be made for regular checks and successive aligner fittings.
Final Invisalign Appointment
At this appointment we sign off the course of treatment. You will be fitted with retainers that you will need to wear every day to stop your teeth moving back to their original position.
Between five to eight weeks depending on treatment after Clincheck aligners are supplied and fitted treatment will be finished and impressions are taken for retainers.
Try on a new smile in 60 seconds with smileview
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Simply visit https://www.invisalign.co.uk/SV/1357359 to begin your smileview experience.
Case Study – Invisalign patient
One of our smiley patients booked a Free Smile Assessment at the practice. During this assessment, we ascertained that her primary concerns were the colour, shape and position of her front teeth.
We drafted up a 3-stage treatment plan involving: Invisalign to straighten her teeth, a whitening programme to brighten her smile and composite bonding to reshape her front teeth.
Firstly, 14 Invisalign tray aligners moved her front teeth to the precise position her ClinCheck video had predicted.
Happy with this result, her 2-week whitening programme began. This treatment enabled her to lighten her teeth to a colour she was happy with. In this case, it was three shades lighter.
Finally, our dentist used composite bonding to reshape her teeth. This procedure was completed in a single visit and our patient was delighted with the results.
Our happy patient has since recommended Ilfracombe Dental Practice to her friends.
