Teeth Alignment for North Finchley Patients | Clear & Fixed Braces

If you have crowding, gaps between teeth, or bite problems such as an overbite or underbite that affect chewing, alignment is recommended. You may also seek treatment to improve your smile for cosmetic and long term benefits. Many adults in North Finchley choose teeth alignment to achieve a straight smile. Straightening helps not only appearance but also makes cleaning easier and reduces risk of decay and gum disease. If you struggle to floss between crowded teeth, alignment can improve your oral hygiene.

Invisalign uses clear plastic aligners custom made to move teeth. They are nearly invisible, popular with adults. You remove them to eat and drink, so there are no dietary restrictions. They are removable for cleaning, so you can brush and floss as usual. Treatment typically lasts 12 to 18 months, and you wear them about 22 hours a day for best results. For example, a 35-year-old professional from North Finchley chose Invisalign to correct moderate lower crowding without colleagues noticing. His 14-month treatment fit well with his busy schedule.

Fixed braces use brackets and wires to move teeth and suit more complex alignment and bite issues. They are more visible than Invisalign, though clear ceramic brackets are available. They work around the clock, which can speed up results for difficult movements. They require careful cleaning to prevent plaque around brackets and wires, and you should avoid hard or sticky foods. We will discuss if fixed braces are right for you during your consultation.

The process starts with a 60 minute consultation and a 3D digital model of your teeth. This helps plan movements and show a simulation of your final result. Then your custom aligners are made, typically in 3 to 4 weeks. You will receive several sets and switch to a new one every 1 to 2 weeks. You will visit our Finchley practice for a quick check every 6 to 8 weeks to monitor progress. A recent patient with a deep bite completed Invisalign Full in 18 months with regular checks.

After finishing alignment, wearing a retainer is essential to keep teeth in place. This is a long-term commitment. We typically provide Vivera retainers, durable and made with Invisalign technology. You will wear the retainer full-time for the first few months, then nightly long-term. Maintain excellent oral hygiene. With Invisalign you remove aligners to clean your teeth. With fixed braces you need to clean around brackets. Regular dental check-ups help keep teeth and gums healthy.

We keep pricing transparent with no hidden fees. Invisalign costs at our practice are 3,300 pounds for Invisalign Lite for minor corrections and 4,400 pounds for Invisalign Full for more comprehensive cases. The retainer cost, Vivera, is 500 pounds. These fees include 3D scans, appointments, and aligners. We are private only and do not offer NHS treatment, but we do accept insurance from Denplan, Cigna, and Max Bupa. We can discuss payment options at your free consultation.

To make an informed choice you should ask questions whether you meet with us or another practice in North Finchley. Ask about total treatment time and what factors could change it. Ask what is included in the quoted price and whether retainers or refinement aligners are extra. Ask about their experience with cases like yours and see before and after photos. Finally ask what happens if an attachment comes off or an aligner is lost, and what long term retainer plan they recommend.