How we use Invisalign to shape your smile at Clear Braces Direct in London

As we get older our teeth naturally shift and move a little and in some cases they can become crooked or start to make your mouth look overcrowded in certain parts. To counter this we recommend our patients visit us for a realignment with Invisalign.

Here’s how we use this treatment at Clear Braces Direct in London to help save your smile from those pesky crooked teeth.

What is Invisalign?

If you’re new to this treatment it essentially involves using a see-through plastic brace to slowly realign any crooked teeth or overcrowded segments of your mouth that you may feel self-conscious about or that are causing any potential health problems.

The braces are custom moulded to fit your mouth and over time they slowly apply a gentle amount of force to your teeth to realign them into new, more aesthetically pleasing positions within your gum line.

Outline of the fitting process

When you come to Clear Braces Direct in London for Invisalign you will find a smooth and efficient treatment waiting for you. A sophisticated scanning machine is used that maps out the shape and topography of your teeth with lasers, or in some cases LEDs, to provide your dentist with a detailed image of your mouth.

Your dentist will then use a 3D image of your teeth that they have created with this information to show you how your realignment will be carried out and how your teeth will look at the end of treatment. At Clear Braces Direct our team will take you through this non-invasive process in a safe, professional setting that will allow us to get you on the path to a straighter smile in no time at all.

What are the benefits of this treatment?

There are quite a number of advantages to going through with this treatment.

As an example, the entire process is non-invasive so there is not the usual discomfort of having impressions made to experience. The braces are also a great for patients that may be feeling anxious about wearing them out and about in public, as they are completely transparent, which makes them hard to spot.

They are also easy to clean and you can remove them at any time for cleaning your teeth, eating meals or to have a short break. Generally you should be wearing your brace for a minimum of 22 hours a day, but short breaks for at least two hours a day shouldn’t impact your realignment.

Tips for keeping your brace clean

To keep your invisible braces looking healthy we recommend that you give them a light scrubbing with a cleaning solution at least once every second day. Doing this regularly will help to reduce staining as well as clear out any plaque or harmful bacteria that may start to build up between the brace and your teeth.

These are just a few interesting facts we can provided on our Invisalign process and how it can benefit our patients. If you’re interested in this treatment or would like to learn how we can help shape your smile then pop by our practice for a chat with our team.