Invisalign®
As an Invisalign® Platinum Provider, you can expect nothing less than the best, your treatment and your smile are in the best of hands.
Invisalign® Treatment
As an Invisalign® Platinum Provider, our team has extensive experience in planning and managing Invisalign cases for a wide range of patients. Invisalign treatment uses clear, removable aligners that gradually move your teeth into their desired positions — without the use of metal brackets or wires.
Each aligner is custom-made to fit your teeth and is worn for around one to two weeks before progressing to the next in the series. Over time, this process gently shifts your teeth toward the planned final position.
How Invisalign® Works
Invisalign aligners are made from a smooth, medical-grade plastic material and are designed to be discreet and comfortable. Because they are removable, aligners can be taken out for eating, brushing, or special occasions, allowing flexibility during treatment.
Your dentist will take detailed digital scans or impressions to develop a personalised treatment plan using Invisalign’s proprietary ClinCheck® software. This software helps visualise the planned tooth movements and provides an estimated treatment timeline. Actual results and timeframes vary depending on individual factors such as tooth movement, bone response, and compliance with aligner wear.
Invisalign® and Traditional Braces
Invisalign is one of several orthodontic treatment options available to improve tooth alignment. In some cases, traditional fixed braces may be more suitable — your dentist will assess and recommend the best approach based on your individual needs.
While Invisalign aligners are clear and removable, which may make oral hygiene and eating easier for some patients, they also require consistent wear (usually 20–22 hours per day) for optimal results. Your dentist will discuss the advantages, limitations, and responsibilities associated with each option.
Clear Aligners
Clear and discreet aligners that are custom-fitted to your teeth
Comfortable Fit
Unlike braces, they are very comfortable and easy to maintain, with the added benefit of minimizing the impact it may have on your speech, diet, and overall comfort.
Removable Retainers
Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign aligners are removable, such as when eating or playing sport.
Clearer timelines
Our proprietary ClinCheck software allows you to visualise every stage of your Invisalign treatment, helping to give you a clearer picture of the treatment duration.
Good Oral Hygiene
This also has the added benefit of making it easier to keep your aligners clean and maintain general oral health. Easily remove to brush your teeth, floss in between them without any new brushes required.
Fewer Consultations
Enjoy fewer consultations overall, as the Invisalign treatment consists of creating custom-made aligners as part of your treatment plan. This means minimal disruptions to life and work.
Important Information
As with all orthodontic treatments, outcomes and treatment times vary between patients. Invisalign® treatment requires consistent aligner wear and regular reviews. Your dentist will discuss all relevant risks, benefits, and alternative options before commencing treatment.
The Invisalign System
Before Invisalign
When deciding who to trust with your treatment it is important to ask the right questions and do your research. This being said, the first place to start is an appropriately qualified health practitioner. As an Invisalign Platinum Provider, Dental 359 has extensive expertise to ensure you obtain the best possible result. Dr Thomas Munro has completed a Post Graduate Diploma with the City of London University specific to Invisalign treatment. Choosing an Invisalign Platinum Provider will prioritise your dental health and results, without cutting any corners with generic materials.
It is important to know that there are a lot of generic aligner brands on the market nowadays though Invisalign is the world leading clear aligner teeth straightening company with over 18 million smiles straightening around the world! They manufacture over 850,000 aligners everyday!
Here are four important things to consider when getting clear aligner teeth
Experience
Is the dentist experienced with Invisialign/Clear aligner teeth straightening?
Have they done additional Training? Do they have Invisalign Status?
Equipment
Do they have the facility, technology and equipment to deliver this treatment efficiently and safely?
3D scanners vs. Postage! Radiograph machines Treatment planning simulations
Quality
Do they use high quality dental products and from reputable suppliers who can provide ongoing support?
Invisalign vs. generic or DIY aligners
Confidence
Do you feel safe and confident communicating with this surgeon so you can work together positvely?
Problem That can Occur with Crowded/Crooked Teeth
Difficult Hygiene
Tooth Decay
Gum Disease
TMJ/Jaw Pain
Difficulty Chewing/eating
Tooth Wear
Consultation and assessment to see if you’re suitable using our latest Itero 3D digital scanner
Pre treatment preparations, arranging finance, etc.
Start Day – Fitting your Invisalign aligners
This process, at Dental 359, is entirely digital and eliminates the need for any uncomfortable impressions!
Contact us to set up your preventative care program
Dental Hygiene Frequently Asked Questions
My gums bleed when I brush my teeth or floss, what does this mean?
Bleeding gums are a sign of inflammation caused from plaque, a sticky film containing bacteria sitting on the teeth and along the gum line. When teeth aren’t brushed adequately the bacteria causes Gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gums. This includes swollen/ puffy gums, darkened red in colour, bleeding and can be painful. Gingivitis is reversible through good brushing 2 times a day and flossing once a day. If bleeding occurs when you floss don’t be discouraged this is a sign that you need to floss more. You aren’t doing any damage to the gums and after a short time the bleeding will stop and your gums will become a lot healthier.
We’ve written a blog containing some great tips for flossing and brushing your teeth. See more here.