Orthodontic Treatment in North Finchley | Straighten Your Smile

Orthodontic treatment works best when you are unhappy with your teeth alignment or have bite problems. You are a good candidate if you have crowded or overlapping teeth that are hard to clean or noticeable gaps. It also helps correct bite issues such as overbites, underbites, or crossbites which can cause jaw pain and uneven wear. Many adults in North Finchley seek treatment for cosmetic reasons, but the health benefits of proper alignment—easier cleaning and lower decay risk—are just as important.

Your treatment starts with a 60 minute consultation. We take digital photos and use a 3D CBCT scan to build an exact model of your teeth. This helps us plan movements and show you a simulation of the final result. For Invisalign we make custom aligners that you swap every one to two weeks. You should visit our Finchley clinic for a check every 6 to 8 weeks so we can track progress. Most cases take 12 to 24 months of active treatment. For example, a patient from North Finchley with moderate lower crowding finished Invisalign Full in 14 months. After alignment the key final step is retention to keep teeth in place.

After braces are fitted or you start the first Invisalign aligner, you may feel mild discomfort for a few days as teeth move. This is usually managed with standard pain relief. Good cleaning is essential; with braces you clean around brackets and wires, and with Invisalign you remove aligners to eat and drink anything other than water. Retention is the most important part of aftercare. After treatment you’ll get a retainer such as Vivera retainers and wear it as instructed—often full time for a few months, then every night for life—to stop teeth from shifting back.

There are alternatives for small cosmetic concerns. For a tiny chip or a small gap, cosmetic bonding can adjust tooth shape in a single visit. For more noticeable issues on a few teeth, porcelain veneers can transform appearance. These are cosmetic fixes and do not correct underlying alignment or bite. At your consultation we will discuss if these options suit you or if orthodontics is the healthier long term solution.

To find the right option, ask a few clear questions, whether with us or another practice in North Finchley. Ask what the total cost covers and whether retainers and follow up visits are included. Get a realistic estimate of your treatment time and what might change it. Also ask about the retainer plan and the cost to replace retainers. Finally find out the procedure if an aligner is lost or a bracket breaks. Understanding these points will help you decide confidently.

We price transparently. For Invisalign the costs are fixed: Invisalign Lite costs 3,300 pounds and Invisalign Full 4,400 pounds. The final set of Vivera retainers costs 500 pounds. These fees include all appointments, 3D scans, and necessary adjustments. For other systems we provide a full costed plan after your initial consult. There are no hidden fees. We are a private practice and do not offer NHS services, but we accept private insurance from providers like Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We can help you understand your coverage and complete any paperwork.