Author: Clear Braces Direct

When the majority of people think about orthodontic care or getting their teeth straightened, they automatically assume that the only benefit that this will have is that they will get a straighter smile.

If you are looking to undergo orthodontic care as an adult, then it’s highly likely that the only reason you are doing so is to get the attractive smile that you want and deserve. But were you aware that if you are using invisible aligners that there are many other benefits having your teeth straightened can offer?

At Clear Braces Direct, we know how important it is for our patients to have a straighter smile that they feel confident showing off. When you come to see our team, we will assess you for our most popular aligner, Invisalign London and will be sure to answer any questions or concerns you have relating to this treatment, to ensure that you know what to expect and how it can better improve your situation.

So, what are some of the advantages of using Invisalign London to get a straighter smile?

Straighter smile

OK, so of course, the core advantage of using any kind of orthodontic tool is that you will get a straighter smile and with Invisalign London this could be within a reduced time frame. A pleasing smile is more likely to be shown off and studies have found that when you smile, your brain releases feel-good neurochemicals such as dopamine and serotonin. Dopamine has also been linked to higher levels of creativity, so having a straighter smile is more than simply an aesthetic improvement for many.

Better oral health

Straighter teeth are easier to clean, not only for patients but for dental teams as well. So, when you have your teeth straightened, it will be easier for you to brush them and even use accessories like water flossers in your home. This will reduce the incidence of tooth decay and gum disease.

Better physical health

There have been numerous studies that have found a link between excessive plaque in the mouth and secondary health-related concerns, such as cardiovascular disease, cancers, strokes and even gastrointestinal issues. As mentioned earlier, it is harder to remove plaque if you have misaligned teeth so by getting a straighter smile, you can also improve your physical health.

Varied diet

If your teeth are not correctly aligned, it can make it harder for you to bite into and chew certain foods thoroughly, meaning that you may have removed these from your diet. Invisible aligners allow you to straighten your teeth faster, meaning that you can add foods to your diet that you may have excluded, such as corn on the cob and other bitty foods that may get stuck in between your teeth.

Improved sleep

Even if you have a slight dental misalignment, you may be suffering when you lay down to get your 40 winks. Why? Because misalignments increase the chances of you grinding your teeth, which can cause disturbed sleep and waking up with a headache. Thus, straightening your teeth usually leads to more restful sleep too!

When you are looking to begin any kind of treatment, you will probably go to the internet and skim through articles and even go onto message boards and forums to see if this treatment is right for you. In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of adult dental patients seeking orthodontic care and thereby an explosion in online forums talking about invisible aligners.

While the majority of those who have used invisible aligners on these forums state that they have been beneficial, there are those few articles and pieces of misinformation online that can deter people from seeking them out as a treatment option.

At Clear Braces Direct, we know all there is to know about invisible aligners, particularly Invisalign London and will always be happy to meet with you or members of your family to answer any questions that you have about the process and, of course, oversee your treatment from start to finish.

What are some of the most common misconceptions that people have about Invisalign London due to mistruths and false articles on the internet? Read on to find out.

It takes too long to straighten teeth

Invisalign London is exceptionally quick at straightening teeth. Consider that when you have a fitted metal brace this can take up to 3 years to straighten your teeth, whereas invisible aligners take between 3 to 7 months on average, depending on how severe the misalignment you are having treated is. Thus, it saves a lot of time and can be undertaken in preparation for an important event like a wedding.

They are not as beneficial as braces

If you have a complex misalignment, then no, invisible aligners are not going to be as efficacious at correcting it as traditional braces would be. However, if our team deems that you are suitable to use invisible aligners due to a mild or moderate case of dental misalignment, then it is likely that you will receive the full benefit from using this tool and will get the straighter smile that you want.

You can’t use aligners if you have an overbite

Like most things in orthodontic care, there are varying levels of condition and if you have a very extreme overbite or one that involves protrusions or issues with the molar teeth, then it’s highly unlikely that our team would recommend that you use invisible aligners. But if you only have a mild overbite, underbite or crossbite, then you may be suitable to use this invisible aligner and should contact our team for an assessment.

It’s very uncomfortable

Compared to traditional braces which require tightening and straightening, invisible aligners are not considered by many to be uncomfortable. This is because they gently push your teeth into the required location rather than pulling them, thus making the process more gradual and more comfortable overall. If you feel that you are noticing excessive levels of discomfort whilst using invisible aligners, feel free to contact our team.

You can get the same results with at-home aligner kits

No you can’t, as an at-home aligner kit will usually require you to take a mould of your teeth yourself, which increases the rate of error. If you want to have your teeth straightened using aligners, you should always seek the advice of a trained team like ours at Clear Braces Direct.

When you are an adult, anything that you want to invest in (whether spending time or money) needs to result in the best long-term outcome. This is especially true when it comes to orthodontic care.

In years gone by, the only way that adults could straighten their teeth was by using a fitted metal brace. In the last few decades, there has been something of a shift and now you can get the straighter teeth that you want using invisible aligners. But how do you ensure that this method works for you?

At Clear Braces Direct, we specialise in the use of Invisalign London and will always be happy to provide you with tips and advice for your unique clinical case, along with the best way for you to get the straighter smile that you want with the minimum amount of inconvenience during your daily life.

With that in mind, what are some of our standard tips for people who are using Invisalign London to ensure that this aligner works? Read on to find out!

Keep them in

You may have read online that Invisalign London is removable, and this is true. For this aligner to have the desired effect, you will need to keep it in your mouth for a minimum of 22 hours per day. But don’t worry! It is comfortable enough to wear to bed and should not get in the way of meetings or other events where you may be required to speak. Of course, you will need to take your aligners out when you are eating food or drinking any beverages that are not water.

Keep them clean

This is more for your dental health than the aligners themselves. To ensure that their treatment goes off without a hitch, you need to keep the aligners clean. Ideally, you will need to rinse them under a cold water tap as often as you can and if there is any food debris or plaque on the aligners, brush it off with a toothbrush. This will prevent plaque and bacteria from being pressed against your teeth and gums which would lead to tooth decay or gum disease.

Keep in touch

As these aligners do not require tightening or adjusting, this will mean fewer dental appointments will be required. But you should still keep in touch with our team through the associated app itself. It is advised that you send us a photo once a week of your smile with the aligners in and without them in, so we can assess whether the treatment is working as planned.

Keep them safe

When you are given the aligners to wear, you will also be given a carry case and when the aligners are not in your mouth, you should place them in this carry case. Do not simply toss them into a bag or pocket, as this can cause them to become damaged or even broken.

Keep the old ones!

A standard set of invisible aligners comes with around 12 to 14 aligners, and you should wear each of the aligners for around 2 weeks. When you have finished using an aligner, do not simply throw it away; instead, hold onto it. This is so if the new aligner you are wearing becomes damaged, you will be able to have a backup to wear whilst you get a replacement. This will ensure that your teeth do not revert and that the process goes on as planned.

The majority of adults want to have a smile that is straighter and whiter.

Hence why almost every cosmetic dental surgery prides itself on being able to offer teeth whitening. But, traditionally, orthodontics or the movement of teeth has been less popular, due in part to the fact that many people believe to move teeth in adult years you need to wear a fitted metal brace. This may be the case if you have severe dental misalignment, but if you have a condition that is deemed mild to moderate, then you may be a good candidate for invisible aligners.

At Clear Braces Direct, as our name suggests, our expertise is in invisible aligners, particularly Invisalign London. We are always happy to meet with patients who want to have their teeth straightened discreetly, and will always be able to offer advice as to how we think you could successfully move your teeth with the best long-term results.

But what do you need to know about Invisalign London aligners before deciding to call our team for a consultation?

They’re quick

Most adults want to straighten their teeth quickly and efficiently, with the minimal amount of effort required.

And, while Invisalign London offers hassle-free treatment, it is also decidedly faster than most other kinds of orthodontic treatment. Indeed, when you use this invisible aligner, it can straighten your teeth in as little as 3 to 6 months. Of course, this will depend on the severity of the misalignment being treated, so for your case, it may take slightly longer.

They’re affordable

If they’re new and clear – treatment is going to be expensive, isn’t it? No!

One main concern that a lot of patients have relating to invisible aligners is that they are going to be expensive. But considering the cost of fitted metal braces with the appointments required to tighten them and all of the additional hygienist visits, in comparison invisible aligners are a lot cheaper than most people realise. Also, at Clear Braces Direct, we can offer financing for your aligners, so you can spread the cost.

They’re easy to look after

Invisible aligners are notoriously easy to look after.

To clean them, you simply rinse them under a cold water tap (don’t use hot!) and remove any debris from them with a toothbrush. When you take them out to eat food, simply put them in the carry case that they came with, to prevent them from warping.

Aside from that, they require no other care.

They’re comfortable

Many people who want to begin using invisible aligners want to know how they work. Well, they use vector points that are calculated by a special computer programme and their custom-fitted shape to gently push your teeth into the required position.

This means that they do not require tightening or adjusting and so, they are deemed to be more comfortable. Also, due to their sleek design, there will be no protruding bits of metal to rub against your inner cheek.

The results are striking

And finally, the results you will get from using invisible aligners are striking and provided you maintain them with a retainer, they can easily last the rest of your life without reverting back.

If you’ve chosen Invisalign in Newcastle as your preferred teeth-correcting system for a more pleasing smile then you’ve made a great choice. But your job is not over until you have chosen the dental practice that will help you through your smile journey with Invisalign in Newcastle.

Invisalign in Newcastle is a clear winner with patients wanting a safe, effective and discreet way to straighten their smiles. As fantastic as this advanced teeth correcting system is to use, you still need the skills and knowledge of a dentist well-experienced in using Invisalign to achieve remarkable outcomes. It is easy to consider the dental professional’s proficiencies in Invisalign as the most important part of your treatment plan.

At Clear Braces Direct, we are the Invisalign direct-to-patient provider in the UK with a high rate of success for many years. In this post, we outline some of the factors to look out for that indicate you have found the right Invisalign provider.

Factors to consider when choosing an Invisalign provider

Is the dentist certified and trained in the use of Invisalign? It is always the smarter choice to choose a provider who has been trained in the use of the system and holds the relevant paperwork to prove it.

Experience is a solid factor to consider. Hands-on experience is the best way to improve the quality of service. The more patient cases they work on, the more the dentist is exposed to different orthodontic situations and how to treat them. You will want to find an Invisalign practitioner with the most experience concerning the system and the digital technologies it features.

Does the Invisalign practitioner use 3D scanning technology such as The iTero digital scanner? 3D iTero scans offer practitioners a more accurate and comprehensive look at your teeth. As the Invisalign aligners are custom-made according to each patient’s individual dental specifications, it is a no-brainer why measurements need to be as accurate as possible for successful treatment.

Why choose us for your Invisalign treatment

There are numerous reasons why we make a better choice as an Invisalign provider. Our dental practitioners have the experience and are Invisalign-certified to offer treatment, and we use all the required technologies for accurately diagnosing and assessment. In addition to this, our process to a more pleasing smile is also a deserved mention.

Patients on their Invisalign smile journeys with us benefit from a process that is simple, less taxing on their time and saves them money. Most of the process can be handled remotely, although we do ask patients to attend one of our dedicated scan centres to have their 3D iTero scan done.

Once the scan is taken, you will be emailed the results and the prescribed treatment plan designed by one of our well-experienced Invisalign-trained dentists. Once you approve the plan and make payment, your custom-made aligners are delivered directly to you. Thereafter, communication, including monitoring progress, will be done through the specially-designed dental monitoring app.

Our Invisalign packages cater to different types of cases, from mild to moderate to more advanced cases requiring the use of many more aligners. For more information on our price packages or how we work, please get in touch with us at Clear Braces Direct.

Are you looking for Invisalign in Newcastle? There is only one service provider to consider – Clear Braces Direct. When it comes to teeth straightening treatments, the experience and credentials of the dental professional you choose are of critical importance.

The quality of the teeth straightening system together with the qualifications of the dental practitioner in overseeing a patient’s journey with Invisalign in Newcastle are powerful factors that influence how successful the outcomes of such a treatment plan are.

So, what are the qualities that you should look for in your dental practice when wanting Invisalign in Newcastle? In this article, we take a look at some of the special qualities we have that make us a natural choice as an Invisalign provider.

Why choose us for your Invisalign treatment

We only work exclusively with one teeth-correcting system. You guessed it – Invisalign! Why is this a worthy mention? Simply put, it points to our extensive experience using the clear aligner system. We have assessed countless patients’ oral situations and have seen remarkable success with Invisalign to give them the pleasing smiles they were after.

We tailor your Invisalign treatment plan to suit your needs. We offer various Invisalign price packages with clear pricing. You can choose from three different price packages: the Lite package available with up to 14 aligners, the Comprehensive Simple package available with 15 to 25 aligners and the Comprehensive Complex available with 25 or more aligners.

The Lite package comfortably accommodates patients with mild to moderate dental alignment needs. The Comprehensive Simple package addresses mild to advanced dental alignment cases, and the Comprehensive Complex package is designed for a wider array of orthodontic issues, including overcrowding and a multitude of bite problems.

Included in our price packages are the free 3D iTero scan and personal video, free incisal contouring, weekly progress updates via the dental monitoring app and free teeth whitening gel, amongst others.

Our process saves patients time and money. We know that there are a lot more pleasant things you can do with your time than make repeat visits to the dental practice to monitor the progress of your teeth straightening treatment plan. With Invisalign, much of the process is handled remotely after you have attended the 3D Invisalign scan appointment carried out at one of our designated scan centres.

What to know when choosing Invisalign

Do you like the idea of straightening your teeth with removable discreet-looking Invisalign? Here are a few needs-to-knows about using Invisalign.

Your oral hygiene is a critical factor for the success of your teeth straightening treatment. Fortunately, with Invisalign, this is easy to accomplish. As you have to remove the aligners before cleaning teeth, brushing and flossing are made simpler and quicker. You won’t have to spend an exhaustive amount of time carefully cleaning in between metal components so as not to damage them.

You need to use the aligners as instructed. This means adhering strictly to wearing them for the required number of hours, removing them only when allowed to do so and storing them safely in their appropriate storage cases when not wearing them.

With Invisalign, you can begin smiling with confidence again in no time. Does this sound like an opportunity too good to miss? Contact us at Clear Braces Direct today for more information or to book your free scan.

A few decades ago, when people thought of orthodontic treatment, they immediately associated it with metal wires and brackets that are often highly visible. This idea scared most people away from visiting their dentists. Although fixed dental braces are still the most effective at straightening teeth, here at Clear Braces Direct, we are pleased to let you know that Invisalign London is an excellent alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment. We can use Invisalign London to align your teeth, correct problems with your bite and give you the smile you have always wanted.

Here at Clear Braces Direct, we have helped nearly 7000 patients with aesthetic issues that have been affecting the appearance and alignment of their teeth, and we can do this without any metal or wires in sight. Invisalign can straighten your teeth using a custom-made series of clear thermoplastic aligners that are comfortable and highly discreet when worn. These aligners do not need tightening or any uncomfortable adjustment; instead, you must just move on to a new set of aligners every couple of weeks, depending on the treatment plan that we have designed for you. Over a short period, you will find that the aligners gently move your teeth into a neater formation.

Benefits of Invisalign

Invisalign London is so popular because you can undergo orthodontic treatment without anyone knowing unless you wish to tell them. Additional advantages of Invisalign in London include less frequent dental appointments, shorter appointment times and little or no time spent in the dental chair when you choose Clear Braces Direct. We work on a direct-to-patient basis, and you can visit us as little as you wish since we will monitor your progress online and ensure that the treatment is coming along successfully.

You can carry out most of the treatment yourself in the comfort of your own home, but do remember that compliance is the key to the success of your treatment. With compliance, Invisalign in London can straighten your teeth in as little as three months; if you have slightly complex orthodontic issues, this could take between 12 to 18 months. However, you will eventually have a neatly aligned smile to help you maintain good dental health for life.

Another significant advantage of Invisalign in comparison to traditional dental braces is that it is much easier to keep your teeth and gums clean. The aligners can be removed before you have a meal or clean your teeth, meaning you can brush and floss as usual and maintain a thorough dental hygiene routine throughout the treatment.

Invisalign in London is suitable for teenagers, adults and the elderly, provided they have healthy teeth and gums. You will find that whichever stage of life you are at, orthodontic treatment with Invisalign in London has very little or no impact on your lifestyle but produces excellent results that will have a positive impact on all aspects of your life. Speak to us at Clear Braces Direct today and find out more about Invisalign in London.

Over the last few years, Invisalign London has been at the forefront of cosmetic dental technology. It is ideal for the modern generation and is an excellent alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment. Unlike traditional orthodontic braces, Invisalign is hugely popular because it is an almost invisible method of straightening your teeth. Whether you have protruding front teeth, crooked bottom teeth, overlapping teeth, wonky teeth, overcrowding of the teeth or minor gaps between your teeth, Invisalign London can be used to address these issues. Visit our website for Clear Braces Direct and learn how Invisalign can help improve the appearance and health of your teeth whether you suffer from mild, moderate or significant misalignment issues.

How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign London works using removable, BPA-free, thermoplastic aligners that are individually designed and manufactured to fit your teeth. They are made of elasticated plastic therefore they put pressure on your teeth so that they can gradually shift them into the desired positions. Each aligner is designed to move your teeth by approximately 0.25 mm over two weeks. Once your teeth have moved that aligner will no longer be effective and you need to move on to the next aligner in the series. The best thing is you can do this all in the comfort of your own home.

Compliance

Each aligner needs to be worn for approximately two weeks at a time, depending on your individually tailored treatment plan. During this time you need to make sure that you wear the aligner for at least 22 hours of the day. If you have a special occasion and wish to take your aligners out then that is up to you however the better compliance the more effective the results. If you are unable to comply with the treatment procedure this may affect the end results.

Advantages of Invisalign

The aligners are designed to be removed when you are eating or drinking fluids other than water to avoid staining or spoiling your aligners. You also take your aligners out to brush your teeth which means you are able to maintain the same dental hygiene routine during your treatment. Some patients consider this to be an advantage of removable aligners compared to traditional orthodontic braces. Over the following weeks and months, we can monitor this progress online via our Clear Braces Direct app. We will let you know whether you should continue with the next set of aligners in the series or if you need to book an appointment to visit us in person. Your teeth will slowly move into the desired position and transform your smile forever.

Speak to us at Clear Braces Direct today and find out more about Invisalign. Visit our website and find out how you can undergo teeth straightening in the comfort of your own home without needing regular visits with the orthodontist. There are plenty of before and after pictures to show you how we have successfully straightened our patients’ teeth so book a free consultation to find out how we can do the same for you.

Straightening your teeth is essential in not only enhancing the appearance of your smile but also promoting better dental health and improving your overall health and well-being. Most adults suffer from a certain extent of dental misalignment, and if this is left unaddressed, it can result in dental complications in the future.

Crooked and misaligned teeth can have a negative impact on your appearance as well as make you more prone to tooth decay and gum disease. Despite a good dental hygiene routine, your toothbrush and floss thread may not get into certain hard-to-reach areas, meaning bacteria and food particles can linger in your mouth, resulting in increased plaque and tartar in comparison to those who have neatly aligned smiles.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, then compared to those with beautiful teeth, you are more likely to avoid dental appointments. In this way, you will make matters worse for yourself as your teeth become further susceptible to damage. If you attend dental checkups on a regular basis, then your dentist will remove plaque and tartar from your teeth, make sure that your teeth are clean and strong, and advise you on the different teeth-straightening options that are available for you.

Easy teeth-straightening with Clear Braces Direct

You need to speak to us at Clear Braces Direct and find out about Invisalign London to straighten your teeth conveniently, discreetly and effectively. Invisalign is designed to correct mild or moderate dental alignment issues.

With Invisalign London, straightening teeth is now easier than ever before. Thanks to the significant advances in dental technology, we can now create a digital model of your mouth quickly and easily. We will perform an intra-oral scan on you, which will help us evaluate your teeth and identify the factors affecting their alignment. Our technology allows us to design bespoke retainers for the unique layout of your mouth. With Invisalign’s very own specialised ClinCheck software, we can even show you how Invisalign London will move your teeth to achieve a beautifully aligned and symmetrical smile that will not only be aesthetically pleasing but also help you maintain better dental health.

If you address the alignment issues that are affecting your teeth, there will be fewer hard-to-reach areas for food or bacteria to linger; therefore, you can be less prone to developing issues such as tooth decay and gum disease. It is better to address your alignment issues sooner rather than later.

Invisalign here at Clear Braces Direct is easy and convenient and will not get in the way of your daily life, so without delay, visit our website or give us a call and find out how Invisalign can benefit you. Have a look at our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, read our blogs and let us show you how we have improved our patients’ smiles across the country (almost 7000 smiles so far). At Clear Braces Direct, we can improve your smile too.

A beautiful smile can transform the appearance of your face, improve your mental well-being and have a positive impact on all aspects of your life. Invisalign London helps people boost their self-confidence regardless of the stage of life they are in by giving them smiles they can be proud of. Invisalign London has revolutionised the orthodontic industry, and with the advances in digital dental technology, it is easier and more convenient than ever before to straighten teeth and help you achieve a healthier and more beautiful smile.

Invisalign London is a non-invasive treatment that uses the power of technology to transform smiles across the world. Over the last two decades, Invisalign has been used to correct more than 12 million smiles worldwide, and here at Clear Braces Direct, we alone have helped almost 7000 patients address the aesthetic issues that are affecting the appearance of their teeth.

In comparison to traditional orthodontic braces, which use wires and brackets to straighten teeth, Invisalign involves a much more simple process, resulting in a faster treatment time, which is great for modern and busy lifestyles. Invisalign has the world’s largest 3D printing operation line and uses a high-tech polymer to create individually designed clear thermoplastic aligners with the help of digital scanning. Treatment plans are created using the software, and here at Clear Braces Direct, we can even monitor your progress through our app.

Get in touch

Invisalign delivers an excellent patient experience and an effective treatment outcome, so to find out whether Invisalign is suitable for you, all you have to do is book a free consultation with us at Clear Braces Direct today. We will ask you for your details, a smiling selfie and any x-rays or other dental reports that you may have that can help us put together a quick, effective and custom treatment plan using Invisalign.

Once we receive your details, we will invite you for a specialised intraoral scan; this is an excellent method of scanning your mouth and creating a digital image of your teeth, especially when compared to traditional impressions. The scan results will be used to create a bespoke treatment plan for you, and we can modify the treatment plan to suit your unique dental requirements.

Using our discreet, convenient and comfortable Invisalign aligners, we can address overcrowded teeth, crooked teeth, protruding teeth, teeth with minor gaps between them as well as bite disorders.

Speak to our friendly team at Clear Braces Direct today. You can give us a call or fill out the online form on our website. On our social media pages, you can take a look at how we have helped our patients and find out how we can transform the appearance of your smile very soon. At Clear Braces Direct, we are confident that we can help you achieve a beautiful smile that you are proud to show off to the rest of the world, so speak to us today and find out more.