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Traditional braces aren’t appealing to many people. They can be uncomfortable and make wearers feel self-conscious or be too hard to maintain. Invisalign in St. John’s Wood is a modern alternative to traditional braces that could work for you instead.

How it works

If you need Invisalign in St. John’s Wood, Aura Dental is a competent and modern clinic that can provide this treatment. Invisalign is a transparent brace made of a smooth, clear material that’s moulded into tailored aligners to fit your teeth. The aligner is renewed every 7-10 days to enable the teeth to adjust into the desired position.

The benefits

One reason our patients prefer Invisalign in St. John’s Wood is that it’s subtle and not visible to others. Invisalign is lightweight and made of a soft material, which means that it’s comfortable to wear. It can easily be taken out to clean and provides a highly effective result for your teeth. They’re light and comfortable in your mouth. They need to be worn for 20-22 hours a day and are treatment usually takes around a year on average.

Follow-up appointments

While wearing Invisalign in St. John’s Wood, it’s important to visit your dentist every six weeks so that they can make sure they’re having an effect and see that there aren’t any issues with the teeth.

Whether Invisalign is right for you

At our clinic, our dental team will carry out a full assessment and talk with you about whether Invisalign will have the impact you need.  Depending on the issues present, using a more traditional set of braces may be more suitable you.

The cost of Invisalign

If you have dental insurance, it may be worth checking if your policy covers the cost of Invisalign treatment, as some do. The cost of treatment, which can be managed with a payment plan, starts at £1,500 for Invisalign Lite, but will vary depending on what’s needed.

To find out more

Please get in touch if you have more questions about Invisalign in St. John’s Wood, where one of our dental team will be glad to answer your questions.

Bad breath, cavities and gum disease are some of the conditions that may affect your oral health if you fail to take good care of your teeth and gums. That’s why we are encouraged to establish a thorough oral care routine from an early age.

Brushing and flossing our teeth is as important (if not more) when we are undergoing treatment for teeth straightening with braces in St John’s Wood. If you are not sure how to take proper care of your braces (whether fixed or removable), our experienced dentists at Aura Dental can help by giving you tips and advice and showing you the proper brushing and flossing techniques. This will help you reduce the amount of plaque that builds on your teeth and braces.

Brushing and flossing

As we’ve already mentioned, brushing and flossing are really important, especially when you are wearing braces in St John’s Wood. If you are planning removable braces or aligners such as Invisalign, then we have good news. You can continue brushing and flossing your teeth as you normally would – there’s no need to change your daily routine. If your braces are fixed (i.e. clear braces, Damon braces), then you should invest in a good quality toothbrush with soft bristles and clean your teeth thoroughly around the brackets to ensure that all food remains are gone. Your dentist may also recommend an interdental brush that’s specifically made for braces.

Foods to avoid

If you are wearing removable braces or Invisalign, you are lucky – you don’t have to change your diet. You can keep eating your favourite foods as long as you remove your braces or aligners before each meal. Patients with fixed braces should be more careful because some foods spell trouble for braces. Hard, chewy and sticky foods can damage your brackets and jeopardise your treatment. Crunchy fruit and vegetables are also dangerous for your braces, but you can consume them safely if you cut them in small pieces. Last but not least, it’s really important to avoid chewing on ice cubes or eating corn on the cob or meat on the bone.

While the image of a braceface is one we tend to think of during our teenage years, crooked teeth affect more adults than you probably realise, and everyday more and more adults are seeking solutions for their teeth. Many adults feel that the look of traditional metal braces can take away from their maturity in professional, social or romantic settings.

So what other options are there for adults seeking to straighten up their teeth and achieve their dream smile? Luckily, with all the advancements in dental technology, adults hoping to realign their teeth can use Invisalign. In St John’s Wood, our team here at Aura Dental has helped many adults achieve their dream smile using Invisalign.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign in St John’s Wood has become a popular dental treatment that aligns teeth using transparent custom fit aligners that can be taken out during meals and brushing. The aligners should be worn at all times of the day except when eating and cleaning teeth. At Aura Dental, we use a 3D computer imaging technology, ClinCheck, to map out the movement of teeth to achieve a perfect smile.

What does the treatment look like?

You will wear your clear aligners all day every day except meals and brushing for 7 to 10 days before replacing with your next set. You should visit the dentist to check on the movement of your teeth every 6 to 8 weeks, and the average treatment lasts 9 to 12 months. But when planning to get Invisalign in St John’s Wood, you should discuss your treatment and time frame with your dentist.

Is Invisalign just for adults?

Invisalign is not only for adults. At Aura Dental, we offer 4 types of Invisalign in St John’s Wood: Express, Lite, Comprehensive and First. Invisalign First is designed for ages 6 to 10, which helps develop jaws to make room for existing or incoming teeth. Express, Lite, and Comprehensive are all suitable for adults and teenagers. Express is for slight movement, typically only 7 aligners, and Lite is around 14 sets of aligners. Comprehensive is for a more in-depth orthodontic work lasting 6 to 12 months.