In 2022, there is no longer a reason for you to hide your smile if you have misaligned teeth. There are now options for people of all ages to straighten their teeth without drawing the unwanted attention that can occur alongside the use of standard fitted braces.

Depending on the severity of your misalignment, you may be suitable to have treatment with an invisible aligner like Invisalign.

At Clapham South Dental Centre, we are proud of the range of clear braces Clapham that we can offer to our patients, which includes Invisalign and the Damon System. We will always work with patients to ensure that they get the straighter smiles that they want and deserve and provide them with tips on how to manage retainers and other tools that accompany orthodontic treatment.

Concerning Invisalign, you may have some questions about these clear braces Clapham. In this article, we answer 5 common FAQs that we receive about these aligners.

How does Invisalign work?

First, a member of our team will assess your suitability and then scan your mouth with an intraoral scanner to obtain a clear image of your teeth. Using computer software, your teeth are then moved digitally as they would be with these clear braces Clapham to get them to the final desired location. Once we are satisfied, we will then put each part of the digital movement into print, creating 3D aligners, which will have to be worn to straighten your teeth.

Can anyone benefit from these aligners?

It is an unfortunate reality that not everybody can benefit from wearing Invisalign. If you have a complicated or extreme protrusion or misalignment with your molar teeth, then it is likely that you will benefit from the use of a fixed brace more than from using Invisalign. But there is no upper age limit on this treatment, so if you have a misalignment later in life and you have good oral health, you will likely be suitable for it.

How often do I need to wear Invisalign aligners?

For this treatment to work, you will need to wear the aligners every single day for a minimum of 22 hours per day or as directed by our team.

Can I have cheat days?

No, for this treatment to work, you cannot have cheat days. This can cause the process to stop altogether or even cause your teeth to revert to their previous positions.

If you are uncertain that you will be able to adhere to the 22 hours of wear time each day, please talk to our team, and we will discuss other options that may benefit you.

Will I need a retainer?

Yes, irrespective of the type of orthodontic tool that has been used to correct your teeth, you will need to wear a retainer. This is to prevent your teeth from moving back to their previous positions once the aligners are off, which can occur very quickly. So keep the retainers on until our team tells you that you can reduce their usage.