Expert Bite Correction for Finchley & North London Patients

Consider a bite check if symptoms disrupt daily life. This includes headaches or jaw pain, difficulty chewing, or visible wear on teeth. Signs include an overbite, an underbite, or a crossbite. Many Finchley patients seek treatment not only for appearance but to prevent long term problems like chipped teeth, gum issues, or speech changes. If your teeth do not meet when you bite, an expert assessment is worth pursuing.

Your first visit lasts about 60 minutes. We review your concerns, check your bite, and take high resolution 3D scans and photographs. The imaging builds a precise digital model of your teeth and jaws to guide your personalised treatment plan. We will show you a simulation of the expected result before starting treatment.

Treatment uses clear aligners or fixed braces. Aligners require wearing for 20-22 hours daily and changing every 1-2 weeks. Braces involve brackets bonded to teeth with adjustments every 6-8 weeks. Most bite correction cases take 12-18 months, with some needing longer for complex issues.

After alignment, the active phase ends and a retainer keeps the results from shifting. At first you wear it full time, then mainly at night. We provide Vivera retainers, made with 3D technology for a precise, comfortable fit.

After you start braces or aligners, you may feel mild discomfort for a few days. This signals movement and is managed with standard pain relief. Eat soft foods for 2 to 3 days. With Invisalign, remove aligners to eat and drink other than water and clean your teeth before reinserting. For fixed braces, keep teeth clean around brackets to prevent decay. If you have sharp pain or a brace part breaks, call during office hours Mon, Wed, Fri 9-5, Tue, Thu 11-7 for advice. For after hours emergencies, visit A&E or call 111.

For minor imperfections that do not affect function, cosmetic bonding can reshape teeth and improve appearance. It is faster and less expensive, but does not fix the underlying alignment. In cases with severe skeletal differences, corrective jaw surgery combined with orthodontics may be the only way to achieve a fully functional result. This is a major undertaking, typically 18-24 months of treatment and a hospital stay. We discuss the most conservative and effective options during your consultation.

As a private practice, NHS orthodontic treatment is not offered. Private costs vary with case complexity. Invisalign usually ranges from £3,000 to £5,500. Our Invisalign Lite for simpler issues is £3,300, and Invisalign Full for more complex bite problems is £4,400. These prices include 3D scans, aligners, review appointments, and a final set of Vivera retainers (£500 value). There are no hidden fees. We accept private insurance from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna, and can discuss coverage with you.

To decide on treatment, whether with us or another practice in Finchley, ask these key questions: Based on your 3D scan, are you a better candidate for Invisalign or fixed braces, and why? What is the total cost of the treatment, including all appointments and retainers? How long will your treatment take to complete? What are the risks or limitations of bite correction for your case? How will your progress be monitored? What happens if your teeth shift after treatment? Do you have before and after photos of patients treated for similar bite issues?