Invisalign
Invisalign: Clear Aligners
Invisalign® straightens your teeth using a custom-made series of aligners created for you and only you.
These aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your teeth.
From £1750
Treatment at a Glance
Average treatment time
Less visits required than traditonal braces
average number of aligners
Step 1
The Consultation
Step 2
The Aligners
You’ll receive a series of custom-made aligners to wear every day and change at home average every week.
Step 3
The Results
You’ll visit your dentist around every 6-8 weeks to monitor progress and receive new aligners. After finishing your treatment plan, retainers will be required to maintain your
new smile.
Overbite
Overbite
Underbite
Underbite
Crossbite
Crossbite
Gap Teeth
Gap Teeth
Openbite
Openbite
Crowded Teeth
Crowded Teeth
RISKS: Few, covered in your consent form and discussed at consultation.
AUXILLARIES: Attachments (white composite shapes bonded to the teeth throughout the treatment duration). Elastics ( occasional bands used to support movements between the jaws).
RETAINERS: Teeth have the ability to move and drift during our lifetime. There is 100% likelihood that your teeth will move after orthodontic Invisalign treatment, and therefore retainers are a mandatory life long commitment to maintain straight teeth. Retainers can be either fixed (eg. a wire bonded on the back of the teeth) or removable (eg. a thermoplastic retainer). Either or both may be recommended for you, depending on the the circumstances of your invisalign and final tooth position.
Normally, a removable retainer is used full time initially for 2-3 months, followed by every night use thereafter, indefinitely.
Should your retainer become damaged or lost, replacement immediately is recommended.
Invisalign Express
7 aligners
Up to 2 phases
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Phase 1-upto 7 aligners
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Optional Phase 2- upto 7 aligners
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Correction of mild issues, 4-6 teeth per arch
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Single Arch or Dual Arch
Invisalign Moderate
20 aligners
Up to 3 phases
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Phase 1-up to 20 aligners
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Optional Phase 2 & 3- up to 20 aligners
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Correction moderate orthodontic malalignments
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Dual Arch Recommended
Invisalign Lite
14 Aligners
Up to 3 phases
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Phase 1- Up to 14 Aligners
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Optional Phases 2 & 3- Up to 14 aligners
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Correction of mild to moderate orthodontic malalignment
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Single Arch or Dual Arch
Invisalign Full
Unlimited Aligners
Unlimited phases up to 5 years
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20+ Aligners per phase
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Unlimited phases for up to 5 years
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Correction of moderate to severe malalignments
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Dual Arch Only
Choosing your Invisalign Provider
The efficiency and final outcome of your treatment may be dictated by many variables, not least by the practitioner which you choose to use, and the aligner system provided.
The System: Invisalign
Invisalign is there market leader for clear aligners. Research shows, the Invisalign system is far superior to any competitor, with patented technology and materials making them the most advanced clear aligners in the world. Made out of high-tech SmartTrack® material, and featuring precision wings and SmartForce® Attachments to fix both minor and complex teeth issues, Invisalign aligners are designed to comfortably straighten your teeth quickly and effectively.
The Practitioner: Dr Andrew Culbard
Andrew has a wealth of orthodontic experience and training, and as one of Scotland’s leading Invisalign providers with over 500+ Cases completed he is considered as one of the best invisalign dentists in Glasgow. His approach to the planning and execution of Invisalign cases is supported with two Post Graduate Diplomas in Clinical Orthodontics and Clear Aligner Therapy. Moreover, Andrew’s experience and artistic eye for cosmetic dentistry ensure he and his team at Advanced Dentistry can handle even the most challenging cases and deliver a highly aesthetic outcome for his patients.
FAQ
Is Invisalign quicker and faster than braces?
Invisalign is sometimes described as a faster treatment than braces. This is because braces generally involve more appointments and longer treatment sequences.
Contrary to this, Invisalign has a pre-planned sequence of movements which can sometimes move the teeth more efficiently and involves fewer appointments.
More importantly, it is the complexity of your orthodontic situation and the amount of movement required which dictates the length of treatment.
Do I need attachments on my teeth for Invisalign?
Attachments are used to apply specific force on the teeth, to improve the efficiency of the movements required. Therefore, more often than not, attachments will be required on some of, but not all of the teeth.
Attachments can be selectively removed or avoided if required or desired.
How long does each Invisalign Appointment take?
The process starts with a consultation of course, where we will assess your dental health, orthodontic sitaution and suitability for the treatment. This usually takes around 30 minutes.
Following this the fit appointment is usually 20 minutes, for attachment placement and any ancillaries required.
Review appointments are usually only 10-15 minutes.
Can I eat or drink with my Invisalign in?
It is not recommended to eat or drink with the Invisalign aligners in your mouth, with the exception of water. Aligners should be removed for all food and drink other than water, and the mouth should be rinsed or cleaned with brushing prior to reinserting the aligners.
Tea and coffee is especially likely to stain the aligners and attachments, so minimising tea/ coffee consumption will reduce staining.
What do I do if an Invisalign attachments breaks off?
If an attachment breaks off, don’t worry, it is not an emergency!
However you should contact the clinic to arrange an appointment with your practitioner to have a replacement fitted sooner rather than later.
Do I need to wear a retainer after Invisalign?
Teeth have the ability to move and drift during our lifetime. There is 100% likelihood that your teeth will move after Invisalign treatment, and therefore retainers are a mandatory life long commitment to maintain straight teeth. Retainers can be either fixed (eg. a wire bonded on the back of the teeth) or removable (eg. a thermoplastic retainer). Either or both may be recommended for you, depending on the the circumstances of your invisalign and final tooth position.
Normally, a removable retainer is used full time initially for 2-3 months, followed by every night use thereafter, indefinitely.
How do I clean my Invisalign?
The aligners are made from a transparent plastic which is best clean with a toothbrush and water alone. Toothpaste is not advised, as this will score the surface leave the aligners cloudy and not transparent.
Your Invisalign kit also comes with “cleaning crystals” which can be used in tepid water to disinfect the aligners when required. Another option is Milton or Retainer Brite for disinfection.
Prevention is always better than cure, so ensure you remove the aligners for all food and drinks, and rinse after tea/ coffee to ensure no residue.
How much does Invisalign cost and can I pay in instalments?
Invisalign starts at £1500 for mild correction of one arch ( upper or lower teeth). Prices are set depending on your orthodontic requirement and situation. Payment is either made as a deposit and instalments to the clinic, or we can of course add this to a finance payment plan for you to pay in manageable bite sized instalments every month.