Invisalign Treatment Leicester: Smile Serenity Dental Care - Your Complete Guide to Teeth Straightening

Invisalign treatment provided by Smile Serenity Dental Care offers a virtually invisible solution for teeth straightening using clear aligners. This guide covers how Invisalign works, costs, treatment steps, benefits, and how to choose a provider. Straight teeth not only improves aesthetics but also healthy function of the bite. People that have crowding typically get worse with age so as a minimum for these patients, a retainer is recommended.

Key Benefits of Invisalign

●      Discreet Appearance: Virtually invisible clear aligners.

●      Comfort: Smooth material reduces irritation compared to braces.

●      Oral Hygiene: Removable aligners allow for easy cleaning and eating.

●      Efficiency: Predictable results with digital planning.

●      Convenience: Fewer dental appointments compared to traditional braces.

The Invisalign Treatment Process: Step-by-Step

The Invisalign journey is designed to be comfortable and efficient, guiding your teeth gently into their ideal positions. Here's a breakdown of what to expect:

1. Initial Consultation and Digital Scan

Your treatment begins with a thorough consultation with your certified Invisalign provider. They will assess your oral health, discuss your smile goals, and take precise digital scans of your teeth using advanced 3D imaging technology. This scan creates a highly accurate digital model of your mouth, which is crucial for planning your treatment. During the scan, an assessment of your smile can highlight a list of parameters concerned with teeth alignment conditions and if invisalign can easily correct these conditions or if they can be difficult to fully correct. Utimately the aim is to treat the patient's concerns with their smile's alignment and Invisalign is a brilliant system to accomplish that. Invisalign has been around for a long time with over 15 million patients worldwide. This means they have a the reputation within the technology to deliver on the simulations shown. Refinements are common, meaning more aligners for additional movement after the initial set of aligners. Invisalign takes this into account with offering 1-2 additional courses of refinements without additional cost. Anything more than that, there is typically a fee, but it is rare to need more aligners after this point unless the aligners are not worn with compliance. Invisalign treatment in Leicester at Smile Serenity Dental Care offers free Invisalign Consulations.

2. Custom Aligner Creation

Based on your digital scan and treatment plan, a series of custom-made clear aligners are created specifically for you. Each aligner is designed to apply gentle, controlled pressure to specific teeth, gradually moving them towards their target positions.

3. Wearing Your Aligners

You will wear each set of aligners for approximately 1-2 weeks, changing to the next set in the series as directed by your orthodontist. It's essential to wear your aligners for 20-22 hours a day, removing them only for eating, drinking (anything other than water), and brushing/flossing. Consistent wear is key to achieving optimal results. It takes 30 minutes for the periodontal ligaments to loosen between teeth and bone meaning if the aligners are removed every 30 minutes, then the movement of teeth wont happen. Aligners should only be removed during meal times therefore on average to be removed 3-4 times a day.

4. Attachments and Interproximal Reduction (IPR)

In some cases, small, tooth-colored composite attachments may be bonded to your teeth. These attachments act as anchors, helping the aligners grip your teeth more effectively and enabling more complex tooth movements. Interproximal Reduction (IPR), also known as "slimming," might be necessary. This involves carefully removing tiny amounts of enamel between teeth to create space, allowing for smoother alignment and preventing crowding. This is a much better conservative method compared to the treatment modality of the past, which was tooth extraction. Technology keeps getting better with time and it is never too late to straighten teeth.

5. Maintaining Oral Health

With Invisalign, maintaining excellent oral hygiene is straightforward. Because the aligners are removable, you can brush and floss your teeth as you normally would. It's recommended to rinse your aligners before putting them back in after brushing. Gum disease is a contraindication for Invisalign as this would lead to many problems like gum recession and bone loss. Therefore it is important that gum disease has been stabilised before starting invisalign treatment. This is why a clinical examination as well as an orthopantomogram (OPG) x-ray to ensure it is safe to carry out Invisalign for prospective patients.

6. Regular Check-ups - Invisalign treatment leicester

You'll typically visit your provider every 6-8 weeks for check-ups. During these appointments, your progress will be monitored, and you'll receive your next sets of aligners. This ensures the treatment is progressing as planned.

7. The Retention Phase

Once your teeth have reached their desired positions, you'll transition to the retention phase. This involves wearing retainers, which can be either clear aligners or fixed wires bonded behind your teeth. Retainers are crucial for preventing your teeth from shifting back, ensuring the long-term success of your treatment.

Cost and Finding Deals

Invisalign costs typically range from £2,000 to £5,000, influenced by case complexity, duration, and provider. Explore insurance coverage, payment options, and compare quotes to find the best value.

Choosing a Provider

Look for certified providers with experience, advanced technology, and positive patient reviews. Location can affect cost, so consider comparing options.

Retention is Key

After treatment, retainers are essential to keep teeth in their new positions and prevent relapse. Proper maintenance ensures long-term success.

Ready for Your Dream Smile?

Discover how Invisalign can transform your smile. Book a free Invisalign consultation at Smile Serenity Dental Care in Leicester to learn more and get personalised advice.