Dentists Near Twickenham
Gentle Dental is a leading orthodontic clinic with experienced dentists specialising in Invisalign teeth straightening braces.
Our 20 years of experience in orthodontic dentistry has earned the clinic a notable reputation in Twickenham, Sheen and Hampton.
Our orthodontists are experiencing a huge increase in the number of patients opting for Invisalign.
Your guide to Invisalign
The clear braces treatment promotes better oral health and hygiene compared to traditional braces, which often can cause tartar and plaque buildup. The removable aligners offer patients a discrete, comfortable, and twice as fast process to straighten their teeth.
Treatment times can vary from patient to patient. The length of time will depend on the type of orthodontic problem and the severity of the issue. Treatment is often completed within 12 months, with some treatments being completed in four months.
Step 1: Your bespoke Invisalign treatment plan
Our practice uses the latest technologies and scanning systems to take the most accurate impressions in order to create perfect moulds. Your initial consultation to receive Invisalign will start with a digital 3D scan of your teeth.
This is where we will create a 3D video of your current smile and how it will transform. When the patient is happy with the finished look provided by the scan, the aligners are made and the treatment can begin.
Step 2: Discrete performance
As Invisalign aligners are removable they allow the patient to continue eating what they want and still maintain a high standard of oral hygiene. For adults, they can be removed for special occasions or big meetings.
You will have a series of aligners that will need to be swapped every two weeks or so as the teeth gradually align. Every six to eight weeks you will have checkups with the orthodontist who will ensure that everything is going as planned.
Step 3 – The final result: straight teeth!
Once the treatment is complete you’ll be left with the new smile that was designed for you those few months ago. Some patients at this point whiten their teeth to complete their new smile.
Step 4 – Retainers and Bonding
Now that the teeth are in their correct position, we can look into fixing any minor imperfections in shape, which can be enhanced with cosmetic bonding.
Following the treatment, retainers will be required to be worn during the night to prevent the teeth from relapsing into their original state.
Many patients opt for the Vivera retainers that are made with the same technology as Invisalign aligners.
Clear Invisalign braces have four impressive benefits:
- Invisalign is basically invisible, allowing patients the chance to discreetly straighten their teeth
- Invisalign aligners are removable, which makes eating and drinking more comfortable and brushing easier. It also promotes better oral hygiene that strengthens oral health.
- Comfortable to wear. As the braces have no metal brackets or wires the mouth is free from breaks or irritations and requires no adjustment appointments.
- Invisalign uses the latest technology to allow the patient to view their virtual treatment plan results. This will show patients how their teeth will look once the treatment has been completed.
Invisalign braces have many benefits, including many advantages of your overall health. By correcting misaligned teeth, you avoid creating abnormal bite patterns, which negatively impact surrounding teeth.
Dental issues connected to misaligned teeth include tooth sensitivity, jaw pain, headaches damaged bone, chips and fractures. The likelihood of later being diagnosed with disorders like gum disease and tooth decay as brushing and interdental cleaning is more difficult to achieve.
As Invisalign promotes stronger oral health and improved hygiene, they are less likely to damage teeth compared to traditional braces.
Complications with Invisalign mostly occur when a patient is suffering from periodontal disease. Our careful orthodontists ensure that the oral condition is in a good state before treatment.
Why choose us in Twickenham for Invisalign treatment:
- Other London dental surgeries often refer patients from Twickenham who need orthodontic solutions to our five-star-rated dental studio. Read our reviews.
- We are Platinum Providers of Invisalign – this means we are recognised as one of the best, which means you can trust us to carry out your treatment effectively!
- “I am completely delighted with the results of my Invisalign treatment. Thank you so much, Ali, for all your care and attention to detail and especially for having me picture ready for my daughter’s wedding 5 months before the end of my treatment. Beautiful straight white teeth- so nice!” – Judith P, Twickenham
Travelling to us from Twickenham
Our team of talented dentists is led by the very accomplished Dr Marshall. It is under his direction that our practice welcomes patients from Twickenham (TW1 postcodes), Teddington, Wimbledon and beyond.
The surgery is located within a 12-minute drive of Twickenham using the A310 and Hampton Court Rd (A308).
Patients travelling to us by public transport can use the R68 from Heathrow Road Grove Avenue Stop GS (typically takes 35 minutes).
For train users, we are located less than a five minutes walk from Hampton Court train station. View directions here.
Contact us today to book your consultation. Call 020 8224 7562.
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