Increasingly popular with adults and teenagers, Invisalign offers a discreet, minimally invasive and very successful way to change the appearance of your smile. Traditionally, orthodontic treatment has meant fixed metal braces, with brackets and wires that can irritate your mouth. As the clear alternative, Invisalign allows you to achieve your dream smile in comfort.
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Invisalign has many benefits. The system is extremely easy to use, as custom-made aligners gradually move the positions of your teeth. Each aligner needs to be worn for the recommended 20-22 hours each day for the gradual and gentle forces to get to work. Invisalign blends perfectly into your everyday life, and requires no changes to your diet or lifestyle as the aligners can be removed for eating, drinking and brushing your teeth.
Invisalign’s innovative clear aligners are virtually invisible in the mouth when worn, giving a confidence boost even during treatment. No-one needs to know you are on a journey to beautifully straight teeth until they notice you smiling much more once your treatment is complete!
Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made aligners to gently move your teeth into new positions to transform your smile.
At your initial appointment, we will examine your teeth and take 3D scans and images to ensure your bespoke aligners are precise and comfortable. We can even use the latest digital technology to show you a preview of how your smile will look following treatment!
The scans and images taken of your teeth are used to create your individual treatment plan. Using innovative software, we can show you step by step how your teeth will move position during your Invisalign treatment.
You will need to wear each aligner in the series for 1-2 weeks before moving on to the next one. As you wear each aligner, your teeth move little by little until your new dream smile is created. The aligners control the amount and timing of movement based on your bespoke treatment plan, ensuring that each stage of treatment goes smoothly. We keep a close eye on your progress at your regular appointments, making small adjustments if necessary to ensure an incredible outcome.
Once you have worn your last aligner, treatment is complete and you can get ready to show off your new straight smile! We will give you a final retainer to keep your teeth in their new positions for the long term.
Invisalign can be used to correct a whole range of orthodontic issues, including crowding, misalignment, gaps and incorrect bites. Straightening your teeth can also have a positive effect on your overall appearance, as the more desirable positions are able to enhance your facial shape and structure.
Straighter teeth and a winning smile gives a huge boost to your self-esteem. Many patients find the confidence their new smile brings even starts during the treatment process, thanks to the virtually invisible clear aligners.
YES! Many of our patients have had braces as a child or as an adult and are completely eligible for Invisalign. Invisalign allows you to correct your misaligned teeth without the need to have more metal braces.
Yes. Invisalign clear aligners must be worn at all times day and night to create the forces necessary to move your teeth. However, they are completely removable. You will need to remove them to be able to eat, brush, and floss without any hassle. Remember to put the aligners back in once you have finished though!
You may find it takes a few days to get used to the aligners, and may have a slight lisp at first, but you should be talking clearly and confidently before long.
Treatment length varies from case to case, but most Invisalign treatments are completed in 9-18 months. Straightforward cases have a faster treatment time, whilst patients needing more complex straightening can expect to wear their aligners for longer. We can advise you of your expected treatment time after your initial consultation.
No. When placing a new aligner in you will find that they are a snug fit. It is normal to feel the tightness, but the aligners shouldn’t be painful. Our state-of-the-art digital technology ensures your aligners are as accurate and precise as possible, and they are designed with comfort in mind, easily able to be worn for 22 hours per day.
You need to wear retainers to keep your teeth in their new positions following your Invisalign treatment. Teeth have a habit of moving out of place, so you will need to wear retainers on a part time basis (usually overnight) for as long as you wish your teeth to stay straight. You will be given fixed or removable retainers.
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Or you could email the practice on info@lewesdental.co.uk with a brief outline of what you are unhappy with about your teeth, but also just as importantly what you DO like about your teeth! If you would like to add a picture showing your teeth front on, this will be beneficial for the dentist to tailor your consultation to your personal needs.
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