Under 18s Braces

Invisalign treatment is a virtually invisible way to straighten your teeth. A series of clear aligners are custom-made for your teeth to move them little by little.

Each aligner is worn for about one to two weeks before being replaced by the next in the series, gradually moving towards the projected final position.

Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible and typically hardly anyone notices that you’re wearing them.

Because Invisalign aligners are removable, you can eat and drink what you want during treatment by simply removing the aligners. You can also remove the aligners to brush and floss as you normally would to maintain your normal oral hygiene routine.

Unlike traditional fixed braces, there are no metal brackets or wires. This means that in most cases less time is required for adjustments and review appointments, making the experience more comfortable.

And finally, the Invisalign System allows you to view your virtual results and treatment plan before you begin treatment, so you can see how your teeth are expected to look when your treatment is complete. This is a great tool we have here at Brighton Dental Clinic for you to confirm you are happy with what we can achieve for you with Invisalign.

As with other types of orthodontic treatment, the cost of Invisalign treatment depends on the complexity of your teeth straightening issue and your course of treatment. As a general rule the cost for adults is comparable to traditional fixed ceramic braces. Please refer to our orthodontic fees.

The time taken depends on the complexity of the treatment and is generally comparable to that of traditional braces. During your consultation, we can give you an estimate of treatment time. Most cases are completed between 4-12 months.

No – only your Invisalign Provider can determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign treatment.

Only a fraction of dental practitioners are able to provide Invisalign treatment, however here at Brighton Dental Clinic, practitioners are Invisalign trained to help you achieve your oral health goals.

Please call or email Brighton Dental Clinic for an initial free consultation for Invisalign treatment.

Impressions are taken the virtually invisible aligners are made of strong medical grade thermoplastic material, uniquely developed for the Invisalign® System. The aligners are custom-made for you and fit snugly over your teeth.

You should wear your aligners all the time during treatment, except when eating, brushing or flossing teeth. Recommended wear 22 hours a day.

Patients typically visit their Invisalign Provider every 4 to 8 weeks to ensure the treatment is progressing as planned, and to receive their next few sets of Invisalign aligners, but your Invisalign Provider will decide based on your treatment.

Some people may experience temporary, minor discomfort for a few days when they insert a new aligner at the beginning of each new stage of treatment. This is normal and is typically described as a feeling of pressure. It’s a sign that the aligners are working and it usually goes away in a couple of days.

No. Unlike traditional wires and brackets, with the Invisalign® System you can eat whatever you like while in treatment because you remove your aligners to eat and drink. This also makes it simple to brush and floss your teeth after each meal to maintain good oral hygiene, before re-inserting your aligners.

The best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water and using the Invisalign Cleaning Crystals or special cleaning tablets. It’s important that you brush your teeth after each meal before re-inserting your aligners to maintain good oral hygiene.

The vast majority of patients report no effect on speech. However, as with traditional orthodontic appliances, there is an initial adjustment period associated with having something new in the mouth.

Smoking is still possible, however it is discouraged while wearing aligners because it is possible for the aligners to become stained or discoloured.

Chewing gum while wearing aligners is not advised as gum can stick to them. It is recommended that aligners be removed for all meals and snacks.

Wearing a retainer after any orthodontic treatment is an important step, because it keeps teeth stable in their new positions. If you want your teeth to remain in their ideal position, it’s best to wear a retainer as directed by your Brighton Dental Clinic Invisalign Provider. In many cases your last aligner will be your temporary retainer, until your retention option is determined. Your Invisalign Provider will advise you on longer term retention options.