Author: Clear Braces Direct

Taking the first step for Invisalign London

Invisalign London is a modern and a highly popular method of correcting the misalignment issues of your teeth. It uses clear thermoplastic aligners to apply gradual pressure on your teeth to help push them into a neatly aligned formation. Invisalign London is discreet, convenient and comfortable, and an excellent alternative for those who are reluctant to have traditional orthodontic braces, but would still like to improve the appearance of their smile. Since its introduction just over two decades ago, Invisalign has helped correct millions of smiles across the world and it continues to grow in popularity all the time. Speak to us at Clear Braces Direct to find out about Invisalign London and how it can help you achieve a beautiful smile as well as healthier teeth and gums.

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Book a free consultation

To begin your journey with Invisalign, all you need to do is simply take two selfies. The first selfie or photograph of yourself should be a profile picture of your full face, smiling naturally and showing your teeth. The second picture will need to be a close-up of your mouth and should show all your teeth in a natural bite position. You can upload both these photographs onto our website directly and fill in your contact details, including your location, so that we can get in touch.

After this you will be taken to the next page on which you can choose the premises where you would like to book a free Invisalign consultation from Monday to Friday, at a time of your choice and convenience. This consultation will last approximately half an hour and you will be offered a free three-dimensional iTero scan of your mouth. This uses a digital scanning machine to create a highly accurate visual stimulation of your teeth, that can be manipulated to create an individually tailored treatment plan for you. This is carried out by Invisalign ClinCheck and gives you an accurate visualisation of how your teeth will move over the course of the treatment. This helps determine how many aligners you will need and how long the course of treatment will last.

The days of messy impression taking are a thing of the past and our specialist iTero scanning device ensures precision and accuracy, so that you and our dentist know what to expect from your treatment with Invisalign aligners. We will be able to write up a prescription for you as well as giving you a quote for the treatment. This will be sent to you along with your scan results via email and you will be sent a consent form as well as a payment link for those who choose to go ahead with the treatment. If you are happy with the scan results and would like to begin treatment with Invisalign London then you can make the payment and we will order your invisible aligners, so that you can begin your journey to a beautiful smile very soon. Speak to us today and find out more about Invisalign for you.

Invisalign in Newcastle: getting a smile with subtlety

If you are feeling down about having misaligned teeth, there is a way that you can get a delightful smile without anybody else knowing how you’re doing it! There’s no reason to feel anxious or have low self-esteem about mild to moderate alignment issues such as crossbite, over or underbite, crowded teeth or gapped teeth, when there is Clear Braces Direct. At Clear Braces Direct, we offer Invisalign because of all of the benefits it affords our patients, as well as the wonderful results using Invisalign in Newcastle can achieve.

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What is Invisalign?

You may have seen adverts about Invisalign on places like social media, but you probably won’t have seen them in somebody’s mouth. This is because Invisalign is a system that consists of plastic aligners that are transparent. When they are worn over the teeth, only your teeth should be visible to other people, allowing you to continue with your day as normal. The aligners apply pressure to your teeth and in doing so, they gradually push your teeth into the targeted position. You will need to change your aligners on a weekly/fortnightly basis and we will provide you with 6 weeks’ worth of them, sending them free to your home every time you need them, so you won’t need to come and see us every week. At the end of the 6 weeks, you will just need to have a check-up, which we can do remotely using our bespoke monitoring system. If we feel we need to see you, we will ask you to come in, but we try to limit the number of times you need to see us to save you both time and money!

Why should I choose Invisalign?

If you are one of those people who would prefer to keep your realigning procedure to yourself, then Invisalign in Newcastle could be for you. We have ranges of Invisalign for both teenagers and adults, so whether you are in school and wanting to stay cool, or heading to the boardroom and wanting to maintain an air of professionalism, Invisalign has got you covered. What’s more, you may remove your aligners for up to 2 hours a day. This means that you can take them out when you want to brush and floss, and you will be able to do so as normal, maintaining your excellent brushing and flossing techniques. You can also take them out when it’s time for meals, so you won’t have to worry about altering your diet to avoid certain types of food.

Another benefit of Invisalign is the fact that it should be comfortable to wear because the aligners are made bespoke for your mouth. Using iTero technology, we will scan your mouth to get the precise measurements needed. From this scan, we will also generate a 3D animation of what your smile will look like after treatment has been completed, before you even get started, so you will have a clear idea of what the results will be at the end of your Invisalign journey. It’s certainly something to get excited about and to keep you motivated as you wear them, along with our weekly app that you can also use.

Come and see us

To find out more about how we can help you, simply call us to find out more. We have treated over 6800 patients and we can’t wait to bring a beautiful smile to your face!

Straight teeth at home; FAQs answered

In recent times, thanks in part to the pandemic, more and more people are seeking to do things from home.

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And, unsurprisingly, this has extended to the use of invisible aligners which can be delivered straight to your door.

If you have concerns that this treatment is not suitable for you, or that it is dangerous, do not be alarmed; we can assure you that under the supervision of a trained dentist or orthodontist, straightening your teeth at home is perfectly safe and is easier to fit into a busy lifestyle.

At Clear Braces Direct we can offer straight teeth at home London and have been doing so for many years. We have overseen the realignment process of thousands of patients remotely and are more than happy to discuss with you whether you are suitable for this treatment option.

But you may be curious to know if getting straight teeth at home London is right for you. You may also be curious to learn if it is different from having your teeth straightened in a clinic. In the following FAQ section, we hope to answer these questions and many more that we have received about this type of treatment.

Am I suitable?

A key question we receive about getting straight teeth at home London from patients is suitability; how do we assess suitability and can the invisible aligners that we provide correct all dental misalignments?

Provided you have a mild to moderate misalignment and have good overall dental health, then it is highly likely that you will be able to use an invisible aligner.

It is worth noting that for more severe cases of dental misalignment, such as those involving molars or the rotation of teeth, you will need to speak to an orthodontist about realignment options, as invisible aligners are not able to correct these issues.

How long will the treatment take?

Each day, you will need to wear the aligners provided for around 22 hours. Depending on the severity of the dental misalignment being treated, the process can take anywhere from 3 to 9 months, with some patients needing a little bit longer.

But each case is unique and following a consultation with our team, we will be able to provide a better timeline for your case.

What if I need a replacement aligner?

As aligners are removable, they do have a habit of becoming damaged or lost! It is part of life!

But if you lose your aligner, this can create panic as your treatment will have to stop temporarily.  However, if you do lose an aligner or you damage one, simply contact our team and we will be able to send a replacement aligner directly to your door. In the meantime, we may advise you to use the previous aligner in the sequence to keep your teeth in a similar position and to prevent reversion.

I’m worried the aligners aren’t working; what should I do?

If you have concerns that your aligners are not working please contact our team. As part of the at-home treatment, we recommend that our patients send us weekly selfies so we can determine how well the aligners are working. But if you have concerns that your teeth are not moving correctly, feel free to contact us.

Invisalign in Newcastle: get a great smile in as little as 4 to 6 months

Having misaligned teeth can be a source of frustration and a cause of low self-esteem. At Clear Braces Direct, we understand that you may feel in a hurry to do away with negative vibes and want to feel positive when you smile for the camera or look in the mirror. That’s why we offer Invisalign in Newcastle, which is a discreet treatment for mild to moderate alignment issues that can gain results in just 4 to 6 months. Treatment is also as easy as can be, as we deliver a lot of our service remotely, so that you won’t need to come in for unnecessary check-up appointments. You will only be required to come and see us when it is necessary, saving you both time and money. We understand that you have a busy lifestyle and while we love seeing our patients, we realise you have other things you’d rather be doing than spending too much time with us.

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The lowdown on Invisalign

You may already be well aware of the notion of discreet methods of aligning your teeth and while we aren’t the only Invisalign provider, we have vast experience in this field, which has enabled us to ensure our service is efficient and very impressive. Invisalign consists of aligners that you will need to change between on a weekly/fortnightly basis. These aligners will be sent to you for free, so you can receive what you need from the comfort of your own home. When you wear your aligners, they will apply small amounts of pressure to your teeth and it is this pressure that gradually moves them into the correct positioning to give you a wonderful smile.

Why should I choose Invisalign?

If Invisalign is a treatment option that could work for your specific needs, then there are many reasons to celebrate! Invisalign in Newcastle allows you to remove your aligners for up to 2 hours a day, which means that you can eat or drink anything you want to, without having to clean your aligners afterwards. You can also continue to look after your teeth and gums properly, because you won’t have anything in your mouth to hinder your efforts! The aligners should also be comfortable to wear, because we use iTero technology to scan your mouth for the precise measurements required to have your aligners manufactured, so that they fit you bespoke. We can also use this to generate a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like at the completion of your treatment, plus you will be able to monitor progress each week on the app we will provide you with. This is certainly a reason to get motivated to wear your aligners and to ensure that you wear them for 22 hours a day.

Find out more

If you would like to know more about what our experienced dentists can do to help you smile your best smile, why not contact us for a free consultation? We will be able to examine your mouth thoroughly and advise you on the best treatment for your specific needs. If Invisalign in Newcastle is the way forward, then you can look forward to Diamond treatment, as we are Diamond Apex providers of Invisalign. It’s just another reason to smile about coming to see us!

A three-step process for Invisalign London

At Clear Braces Direct we offer you a simple three step journey for achieving the smile of your dreams with Invisalign London.

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Step 1

The first step on your journey to Invisalign London is to take a photograph of your smile and another of a close-up of your mouth and upload them on to our Clear Braces Direct website. You will then send us your contact details so that we can contact you and book you in for a free Invisalign consultation at a time and location of your choice. Take the pictures, contact us today and find out how Invisalign London can help improve your smile, like the millions of other beautiful smiles that it has helped achieve across the world. We have plenty of appointments available and hopefully we can begin you on your journey with Invisalign London very soon.

At the appointment we will carry out an assessment of your teeth to ensure that Invisalign is suitable for you. You will be offered a specialised three-dimensional scan using the latest iTero technology to create a digital image of your mouth using our ClinCheck software. This will be used to manipulate the image and find out how Invisalign can help improve your smile. The software enables us to see how your smile will change with each aligner and this will be used to put together an individually tailored treatment plan for you. There are two different treatment options depending on your dental requirements. Invisalign Comprehensive is for those with extensive orthodontic issues, whilst Invisalign Lite is available for those with mild or moderate misalignment issues of the teeth. We will send you the scan results and the treatment plan, and if you are happy to progress then you can make your payment and we will order your aligners for you.

Step 2

Invisalign aligners are clear thermoplastic trays which are individually manufactured according to the digital scan results of your teeth. This means that they are highly accurate and therefore very comfortable to wear and provide predictable results as discussed at the beginning of the treatment. The number of aligners that you need will be dependent on the extent of misalignment that you begin with. Each aligner is designed to be worn for two weeks and for approximately 22 hours of the day. They are comfortable to wear and you will have invisible attachments placed on the surface of your teeth, so that they sit securely to help provide added comfort and confidence. Each aligner is designed to move your teeth by approximately 2.5 mm until you have achieved the desired result. We will track your progress digitally throughout the treatment process.

Step 3

Once you have gone through the process of achieving the smile you have dreamed about, you want to make sure that your teeth remain that way. Here at our practice you will be able to order a pair of retainers that will help to maintain the alignment of your smile, so that you can continue to enjoy a beautiful and healthy mouth for life. Speak to us today and find out more about Invisalign for you.

Clear Braces Direct; Invisalign survival tips

Are you new to using Invisalign aligners and in need of a bit of guidance on how to look after them?

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At Clear Braces Direct London, our team knows all there is to know about invisible aligners and can offer you advice and survival tips for those first few weeks of use. Great!

Here, our team at Clear Braces Direct London discusses how to look after your aligners to maximise the realignment process and keep your teeth healthy, so enjoy!

Keep them clean

A key piece of advice that our team at Clear Braces Direct London will typically provide to those who are beginning the process of using Invisalign is to keep them clean.

This will not only help with the ‘invisible’ aspect of the aligner but also keep your teeth and gums healthy as you won’t be pushing food debris against them.

To keep your aligners clean, simply rinse them under a cold tap; do not use hot water to clean them, and refrain from using mouthwashes as this can stain the plastic.

Time yourself

These aligners are removable, and as such, you would have to wear them for around 22 hours a day.

The best way to stick to this limit (as obvious as it sounds) is to time yourself. If you leave the aligners out of your mouth for more than 2 hours a day, you can delay the process and even cause your teeth to revert to their former positions.

Take pain relief

You may have heard that Invisalign is a pain-free way to straighten your teeth.

Whilst we are aware that it uses gentle pushing motions as opposed to pulling teeth, it can still cause some discomfort. This is usually the most evident when you have just switched between aligners and have to adjust.

To mitigate these sensations, it may be wise to invest in some over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or paracetamol. If you experience too much discomfort at any time, please talk to our team.

Use the app!

It seems that nowadays there is an app for everything, and the same can be said for realigning your teeth!

When you use these aligners, you will be given access to an associated app, which will allow you to send our team selfies of your smile so that we can assess how the aligners are working.

Should we feel that you need to come in to have an appointment based on any of the photos that you send, we will inform you and book you in.

Keep appointments

It goes without saying that these aligners are nifty and lifestyle friendly. However, that does not mean that you won’t need to see our team; we estimate that when you use Invisalign, you will require an appointment once every 6-8 weeks, just so we can check on how the process is going.

So, to help us maximise the effectiveness of the aligners and keep an eye out for problems, try to attend all the appointments made for you.

Clear Braces Direct; advantages of Invisalign

Do you want to get a straighter smile without the hassle of wearing a fitted metal brace as an adult?

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At Clear Braces Direct London, we can help. We specialise in removable, clear aligners such as Invisalign, which can provide fast results for an affordable price!

In this article, our team will introduce you to some of the other advantages of using Clear Braces Direct London to get the straighter smile that you deserve. Enjoy!

Removable

As before, a key advantage of using Clear Braces Direct London is that we specialise in the Invisalign aligner.

And, as you may have heard, this aligner is not only visually discreet, but it is also removable. Why is that an advantage? Because it means you won’t have to worry about dietary restrictions like corn on the cob, you can take it out to brush your teeth and you can even attend dental checkups. Great!

Comfortable

It is worth remembering that Invisalign is designed to move your teeth into new positions.

But, it does this in a different way to regular braces and does not pull on your teeth to achieve this goal. It gently pushes them, and, as it is made from smooth plastic, it is physically more comfortable to wear at night or during the day, making it more appealing to adults and teenagers.

Fast results

As an adult, you may have concerns that any orthodontic process is going to be long-winded.

But, if our team gives the green light for you to undertake Invisalign, you may be able to have that straighter smile that you want in as little as 3 months! On average, this aligner takes between 3-6 months to straighten teeth, so it may not take as long as you think.

Lifestyle friendly

If you had a friend in high school who wore traditional braces, you probably remember them having to attend checkups every few weeks to have their braces adjusted and altered. Not only that, but they probably also had to visit their hygienist to ensure that their teeth were not succumbing to plaque that could get stuck behind the brace.

As an adult, this may be slightly inconvenient as you may have work and family commitments. With Invisalign, you do not need to have the aligner adjusted; you only need to attend (on average) a single appointment every 6-8 weeks and send us photos of your smile so that we can see how the treatment is progressing.

Improved oral health

One of the key things that concern adult patients about wearing a fitted brace is that it is going to be hard to clean and maintain.

After all, it is adhered to the teeth and can act as a magnet for food and debris, which can cause decay and increase the chances of you developing gum disease. With Invisalign, you can remove the aligner at any time, allowing you to clean your teeth as you usually would whilst also not having to worry about dietary restrictions.

In turn, this allows you to straighten your teeth without having to worry about your dental health being affected. Brilliant!

Invisalign in Newcastle: now you see it, now you don’t!

When you have misaligned teeth, you may feel as though everyone can see them. Whether you have crooked teeth, gapped teeth, crowded teeth, or an overbite, these mild to moderate alignment issues can be a source of anxiety and low self-esteem for people. But, what if you could have a treatment that couldn’t be seen by other people and you could feel confident about? With Invisalign in Newcastle, our practice Clear Braces Direct can offer patients a treatment that is convenient, efficient and, best of all, discreet. Our service is designed to be a cost-effective and time-efficient approach that could see you have your new smile in as little as 4 to 6 months, without the need to visit us on a regular basis.

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How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign is a system that consists of plastic aligners that are worn over the teeth like a gumshield. The aligners apply pressure to your teeth to move them into the positions they need to be, over a period of time. The aligners are also extremely comfortable to wear however, as they are made to fit your mouth precisely using the iTero technology that we have. This is a scan that gets the precise measurements of your mouth for your aligners to be manufactured in the Invisalign laboratory with. From this scan, we can also generate a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like after the treatment has been completed.

How often will I need to come and see you?

You will need to come and see us for your free initial consultation, where we can examine your mouth thoroughly and assess your treatment options. If we proceed with Invisalign, then you will have an app to monitor your weekly progress on and we will review this regularly. We will only ask you to come in for a check-up if we feel we really need you to, which means that you won’t have to attend unnecessary appointments, or pay for them, saving you time and money. We will then need to see you at the end of your Invisalign journey as well, which could be as little as 4 months’ time. Invisalign in Newcastle is something to tell your friends about, but they won’t know you have anything in your mouth unless you do so!

Why are the aligners discreet?

The aligners are discreet because they are made of plastic and this is transparent, so when you put them in your mouth, only your teeth should be visible. You may also remove your aligners for up to 2 hours a day, which means that you will be able to take them out when you are eating and drinking, and you won’t be required to avoid hard or chewy foods, for example. Another benefit of being able to remove the aligners is that it will allow you to brush and floss as normal, without having to worry about anything hindering your oral hygiene efforts. And, if you want a break from wearing your aligners for any other reason, you should still have plenty of time to do that too.

Contact Clear Braces Direct!

If you are keen to find out more about how Invisalign in Newcastle could discreetly give you a beautiful smile, why not contact us today for a free consultation? What have you got to lose?

Do you need Invisalign in Newcastle? Come and see Clear Braces Direct

At Clear Braces Direct, we are proud to have treated over 6000 patients with Invisalign. Invisalign in Newcastle offers comfort, convenience and discretion for patients, as well as yielding fabulous smiles! At our practice, we also understand that you lead a busy life and spending the least time with us is probably desirable, although we love seeing you! Our aim is to save you time and money by using bespoke, remote, monitoring software to check your progress during your Invisalign in Newcastle journey, only calling you in for an appointment when you really need one, so we don’t waste your time or your money.

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How Invisalign works

To realign mild to moderate alignment issues such as crowded or gapped teeth, overbites or underbites, we will provide you with clear aligners that are made bespoke to fit your mouth precisely using iTero technology. This is a digital scan that we use to get the measurements of your mouth and which also allows us to generate a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like once the treatment is completed. We also have a weekly monitoring app, where you can see your progress week by week. It should help you to feel motivated and on track with wearing your aligners.

The aligners apply pressure to the teeth when they are being worn. This pressure moves the teeth into the desired position over a period of time. You may remove the aligners for up to 2 hours a day, when you want to eat and drink, or brush and floss, as well as doing other things such as playing sports. They should be comfortable to wear as they are made bespoke, but we know that you will also enjoy a little downtime from the treatment every now and then. It also means you won’t need to change your diet or worry about not being able to brush and floss properly – result!

Other reasons to choose Invisalign

If you feel self-conscious about the thought of having your teeth realigned and having to wear something in your mouth, you won’t need to worry with Invisalign in Newcastle. The aligners are made from a transparent plastic, so when they are being worn, only your teeth should be visible to other people.

Aside from the convenience of being able to remove the aligners and them being comfortable, your choice of our practice to deliver your Invisalign treatment will also mean that you will save money, as you won’t be expected to come in and see us every 6 weeks for an appointment. We will only ask you to come in if we feel we need you to, otherwise we will monitor your progress remotely. To find out more about this treatment, why not call us for a free consultation with one of our dentists? Our friendly, professional and experienced team is ready to welcome you and discuss your concerns about your smile and to assess your suitability for Invisalign. If Invisalign is the right treatment for you, you could have a wonderful smile in as little as 4 months, depending on the condition being treated. Come and see us and get the help you need for the smile you desire.

Advantages of Invisalign from Clear Braces Direct

When it comes to orthodontic correction, most adults want a subtle aligner or brace that can get real results.

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And when you come to see our experienced team at Clear Braces Direct London, we can offer you just that with the world-famous Invisalign aligner.

Here, our team at Clear Braces Direct London breaks down some of the top reasons to undertake treatment with Invisalign.

Effective

When used correctly, our team at Clear Braces Direct London can straighten your smile using Invisalign with minimal to no long-term issues with reversion.

Studies have found that clear aligners are just as effective at correcting dental misalignments as braces and can now be used to correct a wider range of problems, such as overbites, underbites and even spacing in the right clinical situations. Perfect!

Self-confidence

Being an adult is challenging at the best of times, let alone when you have a metal brace attached to the front of your teeth.

And while many people have no issue with such a scenario, if you work in a job where you need to give talks etc, it can be trickier to manage. By wearing Invisalign, you can give your talks, go on dates and even play sports without anyone knowing that you are undertaking orthodontic treatment. Great!

Time saving

Invisalign is renowned (and popular) for being able to deliver fast results concerning orthodontic realignment.

When wearing this aligner, the average time of use ranges from 3-6 months, maybe extending to 18 months for severe cases. But when compared to other orthodontic tools, this is extremely quick!

But, you will have to ensure that you keep the aligners in for the time required each day (usually 22+ hours) or else, your progress with realignment may slow down.

Hygiene

There are many ways in which using a clear aligner can improve your oral hygiene, especially when compared to a brace.

For one thing, whenever you remove Invisalign to eat, our team will advise that you give your teeth a quick scrub with a toothbrush, to remove any potentially harmful plaque and food debris. This will reduce the incidence of tooth decay forming due to these being pressed against the teeth by the aligner and, of course, it will also improve your oral hygiene.

When compared to a fitted brace, there is also less required to ensure that your teeth receive the correct level of cleaning; you simply remove the aligners, brush, floss and rinse, and then return them to your mouth.

Cost-effective

Suppose you have a minor misalignment or a gap in your smile, you may be wondering how this could cause issues with your finances long term.

Over time, your teeth will move and without treatment, that minor misalignment may move and can lead to issues with plaque accumulation and even decay. And of course, along with those issues come the costs of restorative procedures such as fillings or, in extreme cases, extractions. This may then lead to costly restoratives, such as dentures or even oral implants. So, by using Invisalign to correct that mild misalignment or gap, you may be saving yourself a lot of money in the long term.