INVISALiGN
the clear alternative to braces
If you’re looking for a discreet or ‘invisible’ orthodontic option to give you a great looking straighter smile without people noticing you’re going through treatment, then Invisalign may be exactly what you need.
Invisalign treatment consists of a series of nearly invisible, removable aligners that you change every two weeks for the next set of aligners. Each aligner is individually custom-made for your teeth. As you replace each aligner, your teeth will move – little by little, week by week – until they have straightened to the final position prescribed by your Specialist.
INVISALIGN COSTS
Interested in Invisalign? Why not take a selfie to start your SmileView experience.
You can try on a new smile in as little as 60 seconds. Scan the QR code with your iPhone camera and you will be taken to the SmileView page to start the experience. Alternatively, click on the link below:
https://www.invisalign.co.uk/SV/379405
Invisalign Open evenings operate every few months with offering of:
All patients (Adult and Children)
Chat with Fiona as Specialist to discuss options
Scan and simulation with Nurse or Thearpist
Further discussion regarding benefits of Invisalign
Free evening with a saving of £110.00 to the patient
Get in touch to find out when our next open evening is happening
GET IN TOUCH
The Invisalign system is the clinically accepted, nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth and improve your smile – without braces. It works through a series of clear and removable aligners that almost no-one can tell you are wearing. For the winning smile you’ve always wanted, the choice is clear - Invisalign.
Although there are many choices out there, no other treatment works as comfortably as Invisalign. Invisalign is the best way to transform your smile without interfering with your day-to-day life. We are able to use Invisalign for a wide range of problems, from minor tooth movement to more complex cases.
The aligners are almost invisible and made of a clear, lightweight medial grade thermoplastic material, which makes them incredibly strong, discreet and comfortable to wear. There are no wires or brackets to worry about and you can take the aligners out whenever you want to eat, drink or clean your teeth. You can even remove them for special occasions. Invisalign has been used to successfully treat more than 3 million people worldwide.
I feel a lot better about myself, about my mouth and everything now. It's made me a lot more confident because I feel comfortable. I feel able to smile without being a bit nervous of it.
Angela
Adult Orthodontic Patient
At Refine Specialist Dental Care we understand that investing in yourself is a privilege and it is our privilege to provide you with the smile you have been longing for!
STEP 1
Arrange Your Consultation
Book your consultation online via our website or contact our reception team, who will be happy to assist you. During your initial visit, your dentist will help you decide on the best treatment options for your teeth and answer any questions you may have about starting your Invisalign® journey.
STEP 2
Taking Records
Once you decide to proceed with Invisalign®, we will arrange for a full set of records to be taken. Our team will take bite impressions of your teeth and photos, which will be sent to Invisalign® along with precise instructions from our dentist.
STEP 3
Making Your Aligners
Using advanced 3D computer-imaging technology, Invisalign® creates your complete treatment plan based on your dentist’s prescription, from the initial position of your teeth to the final desired position. A series of clear aligners will then be custom-made for your teeth. We will schedule a ClinCheck appointment to review the computer-generated model of your teeth and ensure you are satisfied with the projected outcome before your aligners are made.
STEP 4
Wear Your Aligners
Each aligner is worn for about two weeks before being replaced by the next in the series. As you replace each aligner, your teeth will gradually move – little by little, week by week. You will remove your aligners only to eat, drink, brush, and floss. Your dentist will check your progress approximately every six weeks.
STEP 5
Congratulations: Enjoy Your New Smile!
Your treatment ends when you and your dentist are satisfied with the final results. To help maintain your bright new smile, we will advise you on retainers and provide tips on how to keep your smile looking its best.
We welcome referrals from both patients and dental professionals seeking specialist Invisalign® treatment. At Refine Specialist Dental Care, our experienced team provides personalised, high-quality orthodontic care for adults using the latest Invisalign® technology.
Whether you're referring yourself or your patients, our streamlined referral process ensures a seamless transition and comprehensive support throughout the treatment journey. By choosing our specialist practice, you can be confident that you or your patients will receive expert care tailored to achieve optimal results and a beautifully aligned smile.
Once you have finihsed your Invisalign treatment it is important to wear your retainers to keep your new smile straight. Click below to find out more about Vivera Retainers.
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At Refine Specialist Dental Care we understand that investing in yourself is a privilege and it is our privilege to provide you with the smile you have been longing for!
We have finance options available also for treatment over £350
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Nearly Invisible Appearance:
Invisalign aligners are clear and virtually invisible, making them an excellent choice for those who want to straighten their teeth discreetly. They allow you to maintain your natural smile throughout the treatment process.
Comfort:
Made from smooth, medical-grade plastic, Invisalign aligners are comfortable to wear. There are no sharp edges or brackets that can irritate your mouth and gums, unlike traditional braces.
Removable:
Invisalign aligners can be easily removed for eating, drinking, brushing, and flossing. This means you can continue to enjoy your favorite foods and maintain excellent oral hygiene without any hassle.
Customised Treatment:
Each set of Invisalign aligners is custom-made to fit your teeth and designed to gradually move them into their desired position. This personalised approach ensures efficient and effective treatment.
Fewer Dental Visits:
Invisalign often requires fewer visits to the dentist compared to traditional braces. You'll typically need to visit your dentist every 6 to 8 weeks to check your progress and receive new aligners.
No Dietary Restrictions:
With Invisalign, you don’t have to worry about food getting stuck in your braces or avoiding certain foods altogether. You simply remove the aligners when you eat, allowing you to enjoy all your favorite dishes.
Improved Oral Health:
Because Invisalign aligners are removable, you can brush and floss your teeth more effectively than with traditional braces. This helps to maintain better oral hygiene and reduces the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
Minimal Impact on Daily Life:
Invisalign aligners are designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. They won’t interfere with playing musical instruments, participating in sports, or other daily activities, making them a convenient option for active individuals.
Invisalign straightens your teeth using a series of nearly invisible aligners that are custom-made to your teeth. Every two weeks, we will give you a new aligner to gradually move your teeth towards their final position.
Invisalign aligners are made from strong medical grade thermoplastic material, which was uniquely developed for the Invisalign System. This clear material means that most people will look at you and not realise that you’re even wearing an orthodontic device. It also offers exceptional comfort.
We take impressions of your teeth using special impression trays and material. These impressions are then used to create a virtual treatment plan and digital model of your teeth. Invisalign’s ClinCheck® software carefully plans out the movement of your teeth in stages, from their start position to their final position. This will give you an idea of how your smile should look by the end of your treatment.
Once we have approved this final position and you are happy with the predicted outcome, we will make your custom-made aligners, which will follow the various stages of the treatment plan to gently move your teeth.
Yes. Invisalign aligners can be removed while you eat or when you want to clean your teeth. This makes them a convenient choice, which supports your overall oral health. The aligners can even be removed for special occasions. To achieve the best results, you should wear them for as much of the day as possible.
Invisalign aligners provide a really high level of comfort because they don’t have separate wires or brackets that could potentially irritate the soft tissues of your mouth and gums.
You may find that it takes you a day or two to get used to having the aligners in your mouth but the vast majority of patients report no effect on speech.
We would always discourage you from smoking while wearing aligners because it may stain or discolour them.
We would advise against having chewing gum while wearing Invisalign aligners because it might stick to them. You should remove your aligners whenever you eat but try to ensure this is not for a prolonged period.
You will wear each aligner for approximately two weeks. The best way to keep your aligners clean is to brush them as we advise and rinse them in lukewarm water. We will also give you special cleaning tablets. You will need to brush your teeth after meals or before reinserting your aligner to protect your oral health.
Even before your Invisalign treatment is finished, you should start to enjoy the benefits of a better smile as your teeth begin to move to their new position from the first aligner onwards.
Many patients report some minor discomfort each time they change to a new aligner but this can be managed effectively with over-the-counter painkillers and usually wears off after a couple of days. In most cases, people are surprised at how comfortable the aligners are to wear and describe the discomfort as a feeling of pressure rather than pain.
Invisalign is designed to treat a wide range of straightening issues, and is used successfully for minor tooth movements as well as more complex cases. It may not be suitable for every case but we will always be honest in our assessment of your best treatment options.
For most adults and teens, Invisalign offers an effective treatment choice for overbites. We would need to see you to assess your individual case before we can determine whether Invisalign is suitable for you.
Yes, Invisalign offers an effective treatment option for closing gaps in most cases. We would need to assess your individual case to determine whether Invisalign is the most suitable option.
A bridge that links two or more teeth together can offer significant resistance to tooth movement. If you have a bridge, we can discuss this during your initial consultation and explore whether this would be a factor in your treatment.
Generally speaking, having a crown will not impact on your Invisalign treatment. Occasionally, we may need to bond small tooth-coloured composites called ‘attachments’ to your teeth to help achieve certain movements, and it can be difficult to get the attachments to bond to a crown. In this situation, we would carefully assess the position of your crowns before advising on your treatment options.
If you have TMJ, you will know that it refers to the temporomandibular (jaw) joint. Some orthodontic devices and treatments can aggravate the problem, while others can improve it. We would need to assess your individual case before we could offer accurate advice.
During your treatment, you will need to attend occasional check-ups so that we can monitor your progress and ensure that you are finding the treatment comfortable. These check-ups will usually be every four to six weeks, which means that we will provide your aligners in sets to ensure you are able to switch to the next set as agreed in between check-ups.
The length of treatment with Invisalign varies from one person to another and will depend on the complexity of your case. You should wear your aligners consistently for the best results.
Invisalign treatment is generally comparable to traditional braces and can last between nine to eighteen months.
Invisalign compares favourably with more traditional brace systems because it has no wires or brackets and is almost invisible to the casual onlooker. This is appealing to most adults and teens who feel self-conscious about having their teeth straightened.
As you can remove your Invisalign aligners, it means you can eat and drink whatever you like during your treatment. You can also maintain good oral hygiene and take them out for big events. It’s great to be able to carry on with life as usual
We often see people who wore braces as a teenager and have since experienced a relapse with their teeth shifting slightly from their final position. Invisalign can often be used to correct this shifting.
Some patients are treated with a combination of braces and Invisalign. We would need to assess your individual case to determine your best course of treatment.
Invisalign offers a range of treatment options for teenagers, depending on the stage of teeth development. Older teens may be suitable for the same treatment as adults, while younger teens who do not have all their adult teeth can be treated with Invisalign. We will discuss the best treatment option during the initial consultation.
Research and experience show that teeth that have been moved by orthodontic treatment will not stay in their final position without the help of a retainer. A retainer is very similar to an aligner and is made of the same lightweight, clear material. In fact, you may even be advised to wear your final aligner as your retainer.
In the weeks and months following your treatment, we may advise you to wear a retainer as often as possible throughout the day and night. Over time, as the bone density improves around your teeth’s new position, we may recommend that you just wear a retainer at night while you sleep.
Invisalign recommends Vivera retainers, which use the same state-of-the-art technology as Invisalign aligners. By regularly wearing a retainer, you can protect your new and improved straight smile.
We understand the cost is an important consideration of any orthodontic treatment. It’s hard to give a fixed price at this initial stage because the cost of Invisalign is dependent on your individual case and how long your treatment will take.
To give you a general figure, Invisalign prices typically range from £2,500 to £4,500. If only minor tooth movement is required, the cost might be lower.
More than 2.5 million people worldwide have achieved straighter teeth with Invisalign. Align Technology, Inc., the company that manufactures Invisalign, was founded in 1997, so it has a strong track record.
Invisalign is sold in over 45 countries worldwide. Our patients attend our practice from all around North Derbyshire including Alfreton, Samercotes, Leabrooks, Swanwick and Riddings.
Special training is needed to use Invisalign. At Refine, our specialists in Orthodontics have been trained to exceptional standards across a wide range of removable, fixed and invisible orthodontic systems.
Simply call the practice on 01773 830 560 or email your enquiry using our quick and easy form and a member of our team will contact you to arrange an initial consultation during which we can discuss your treatment options.
Once you have finished your Invisalign treatment it is important to wear your retainers to keep your new smile straight. Click below to find out more about Vivera Retainers.
MORE ABOUT VIVERA RETAINERS
What should I expect when my braces are fitted?
Initially the brace may feel “weird” but this will settle down and you will get use to it.
You may feel that you have a bit more saliva in your mouth again this is normal.
Your speech may seem strange at the beginning but this will improve with practice.
When do I wear them?
These braces are designed to be worn 24 hours a day, eating and sleeping, unless we instruct you otherwise.
When do I take them out?
Clean the brace with a toothbrush and toothpaste.
Removable braces can also be cleaned in Retainer Brite.
Do I need to avoid anything whilst eating?
Avoid hard, sticky or chewy foods, these can damage your brace.
Avoid fizzy drinks, these can damage your teeth.
What should I do if my brace doesn’t feel right?
Continue to wear your brace as instructed but contact us as soon as possible and arrange an emergency appointment.
What should I do if I damage/lose my brace?
Contact us as soon as possible and arrange an emergency appointment. Please bring all the parts of your brace with you as often they can be repaired.
If you lose your brace, break it beyond repair or fail to wear it as instructed there are charges for replacements.
Send us a photo of your broken brace to help us find a solution faster
BROKEN YOUR BRACE?
Do you play contact sports?
Mouth guards are available, to be made specifically for you to fit your orthodontic appliance. This will give you even better protection whilst doing sports. We can make an appointment with our clinical laboratory technician if you wish.
Send us a photo of your broken brace to help us find a solution faster
BROKEN YOUR BRACE?
Alfreton Primary Care Centre,
Church Street, Alfreton,
Derbyshire DE55 7AH
T. 01773 830 560
E. info@refinedental.co.uk
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