Adult orthodontics has never been more desirable!
With the rise in popularity of smile makeovers, more and more adults and teenagers are approaching dentists for ways to improve their smiles. Mix this eagerness for a straighter, whiter smile with advances in dental technologies and you have a myriad of options to choose from, each treatment tailored to correct precise dental issues.
Harley Street is no exception! Each day, our dentists consult with multiple clients regarding cosmetic options, and we, as a dental surgery, are proud to be able to offer you a wide range of treatments.
In London, our dental team is at the forefront of adult orthodontics and can offer braces to suit every need and budget. From traditional orthodontics to invisible braces in Harley Street, our dentists are trained to work with the different types of cosmetic aligners on the market to leave you with a Hollywood worthy smile.
In this article, we have answered five of the most commonly asked questions about our invisible braces in Harley Street, specifically Invisalign, to give you a better idea of whether you may benefit from them. Read on!
How do they work?
Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign works without using metal wires or tightening.
In traditional orthodontics, teeth are pulled into a new position when the brace is tightened, which can cause discomfort to the brace wearer. With our invisible braces in Harley Street, the mechanism of action involves opposing metal coils, which gently push against each other to move the teeth into a new position.
No pulling, no metal wires, and no discomfort!
How long will I need to wear them each day?
When undertaking treatment with Invisalign, a member of our dental team will discuss with you how long you will need to wear the aligners for each day to reap the most benefit.
Typically, it will range between 16-20 hours each day, meaning you will need to sleep with them in. As they are made from thin plastic and have no protruding pieces of metal, this should not be a problem.
I need a lot of realignment to my teeth – can these braces help?
This will be up to the discretion of our dental team.
While Invisalign can correct the majority of misalignment issues, if you have a more complicated case of protrusions or underbite, for example, you may not be suitable.
Will this brace be uncomfortable?
As mentioned before, Invisalign does not use metal wires to push against your teeth or cause pressure to your jaw, so there should be no discomfort during treatment. If you are worried about the level of discomfort you are in, come and see us straight away.
Isn’t Invisalign expensive?
At Harley Street, we know that money doesn’t grow on trees.
While Invisalign is a fairly expensive treatment, we are able to offer suitable patients a finance plan, to help break down the cost into affordable monthly chunks. Then all you will have to worry about is showing off your glamorous new smile!