The thought of undertaking braces is tough at any stage in life.
You may think that in order to get a straighter smile you will need to undertake a metal brace. Luckily, this is not true.
There have been innumerable advances in the area of orthodontics and, as the desire to make braces less visible has been at the top of many patients priority lists, there are now clear and invisible braces which you may be able to choose from.
As the names suggest, these braces are designed to be visually discreet, but that does not mean that they are less functional when it comes to moving your teeth; they simply use a different system!
At Harley Street, we are proud to be able to offer our patients many different types of clear and invisible braces. One of our most popular braces, Invisalign in Harley Street, can help you get the straighter smile you want in as little as 6 months, without attracting unwanted stares from strangers. Perfect!
Want to learn a bit more about Invisalign in Harley Street to determine if it is the correct brace for you? Here, our team answers your top 5 FAQs. Enjoy!
Does it straighten your jaw?
In a word, no, Invisalign in Harley Street does not straighten your jaw.
If you need to have your jaw realigned, our team may need to perform surgery to achieve this or, if the misalignment is less significant, we may decide to use traditional orthodontic braces.
Will it cause a lisp?
After you have had the brace fitted, there may be some initial issues surrounding speech.
However, this is usually resolvable within a few days and is due to your tongue adapting to the presence of the brace in your mouth.
If your speech issues persist, our team can offer you a set of vocal exercises to perform or we may attempt to refit the brace.
Is it uncomfortable?
There is, unfortunately, no such thing as a comfortable orthodontic procedure.
And, while this invisible brace is comfortable enough to be worn while you sleep when a new aligner is fitted, you may feel something akin to discomfort and pressure for a couple of days. This is normal and is part of the realignment process.
Can it correct an overbite?
Depending on the severity, yes it can.
However, you will need to attend a consultation with our team in Harley Street to assess whether or not your unique clinical issue is suitable for treatment with this invisible brace.
If you aren’t, don’t fret as there are many other discrete braces that you may be suited for.
How long will I need to wear it for?
This will depend on the severity of the issue being treated and whether or not you follow the instructions that our team provides you with. On average, this brace takes 6 months but this will depend if you follow our dental teams’ advice. Simple!