Invisible braces and Invisalign in Weybridge
Invisible braces such as Invisalign straighten teeth with clear, removable aligners planned from a digital scan. Your Invisalign consultation at our Weybridge practice is free.
- Fee
- £3,750
- With
- Kamini Patel
- Google reviews
- 4.9
What are invisible braces?
Invisible braces are clear aligners. They are a series of thin, removable plastic trays made to fit your teeth closely. Each set is shaped slightly differently from the last. As you work through the series, the aligners apply gentle, controlled pressure that moves your teeth step by step towards their planned position. Invisalign is a widely used clear aligner system and the one we provide at our Weybridge practice.
Because the aligners are clear and fit tightly, most people will not notice you are wearing them in everyday conversation.
Why straighten your teeth?
Crooked or crowded teeth are harder to clean. Plaque collects in the tight spaces, which raises the risk of gum disease and decay. Straightening can make your teeth easier to look after, as well as changing how your smile looks.
Who invisible braces suit
Clear aligners can treat many cases of crowding, gaps and mild to moderate bite problems in adults and older teenagers. They suit people who want a discreet brace and who are confident they will wear their aligners for most of the day and night.
They are not right for every case. Some complex movements are more predictable with fixed braces. Your teeth and gums also need to be healthy before treatment starts. Treatment is always subject to a consultation and assessment. If another option would suit you better, we will tell you.
Invisalign at Post House Dental
Invisalign treatment here is provided by Kamini Patel, BDS (Lond) Hons, MJDF RCS (Eng), PG Cert Rest Dent (UCL). Safia Mir, BDS Bristol Dip Clinical Aesthetics, also provides Invisalign.
A free Invisalign consultation
Your first Invisalign consultation is free. Please call the practice to arrange it, as this appointment cannot be booked online. We talk about what you would like to change, check your teeth and gums and explain whether aligners are likely to work for you.
Digital scan and treatment plan
If you decide to go ahead, we take a digital scan of your teeth rather than traditional moulds. From the scan, the full series of aligners is planned on a computer. You can see the planned movement of your teeth from start to finish before you commit. The number of aligners gives a good guide to how long treatment will take.
Wearing your aligners
You wear each set for most of the day and night. You take them out to eat, to drink anything other than water and to clean your teeth. You move on to the next set every week or two, as your dentist advises. Small tooth-coloured attachments are sometimes bonded to a few teeth to help the aligners grip. We see you for regular reviews to check that your teeth are tracking as planned.
Invisible braces compared with fixed braces
- Appearance. Aligners are clear and hard to spot. Fixed braces are visible, even with tooth-coloured brackets.
- Eating. Aligners come out for meals, so there are no food restrictions. With fixed braces you need to avoid hard and sticky food.
- Cleaning. With your aligners out you can brush and floss normally. Fixed braces need extra care around every bracket.
- Comfort. Aligners have no wires or brackets to rub your cheeks. Teeth can still feel tender for a day or two after changing to a new set.
- Commitment. Aligners only work while you wear them. Fixed braces work all the time because they cannot be removed.
If you would prefer a fixed option, see our page on self-ligating braces. For an overview of every option, read our article on the types of braces for teeth. Once your teeth are straight, small edges and chips can be tidied with composite bonding if you wish.
Looking after your aligners
Rinse and gently brush your aligners each time you brush your teeth, using cool water. Hot water can warp the plastic. Brush your teeth before putting the aligners back in, so food and sugary drinks are not held against your teeth. Keep the aligners in their case whenever they are out. Aligners wrapped in a napkin are easily thrown away by mistake.
How long does Invisalign take?
It depends on how far your teeth need to move. Minor corrections take less time than complex ones. We give you an estimate once your digital scan has been planned, before you commit to treatment.
Cost of invisible braces in Weybridge
The fee depends on the complexity of your case and the number of aligners needed. We confirm it in a written treatment plan after your consultation, before you commit. Our published fees include:
- Invisalign consultation: Free (please call the practice to arrange)
- Invisalign full case assessment: £350
- Invisalign: £3,750 (including 1 retainer)
- Vivera retainers (set of 3): £300 per arch
- Essix retainer, single arch: £160
- Bonded retainer, single arch: £445
See our fees page for the full list. Orthodontic treatment for adults is rarely available on the NHS. Clear aligners are provided as private treatment. Post House Dental provides NHS and private care. Online booking is for private appointments only.
After treatment
Teeth tend to drift back after any brace. Wearing retainers as advised holds your result. Vivera retainers are made to your final tooth position and come as a set of three per arch, so you have spares. Results vary from person to person.
Why patients choose Post House Dental
We have cared for patients in Weybridge since 1978. Our dentists can combine Invisalign with the other care your teeth may need, from hygiene visits to bonding, all at The Old Post House on Heath Road. If you would like to read more first, see is Invisalign worth it? and our guide to invisible braces costs in the UK.
Your treatment, step by step
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Free Invisalign consultation
Call the practice to arrange a free consultation. We check your teeth and gums and discuss whether aligners would suit you.
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Digital scan and plan
We scan your teeth and plan the series of aligners. You see the planned movement and receive a written fee before you commit.
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Fitting your first aligners
We fit your first set, add any small attachments needed and show you how to wear and clean your aligners.
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Changing aligners and reviews
You move to a new set every week or two and visit us regularly so we can check progress.
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Retainers
When treatment is complete, retainers hold your teeth in their new position.
Fees
| Invisalign consultation | Free |
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| Invisalign full case assessment | £350 |
| InvisalignIncluding 1 retainer | £3,750 |
| Vivera retainers (set of 3) | £300 per arch |
Your exact fee depends on your assessment. We give you a written treatment plan with costs before any treatment starts. See all fees.
Before and after
Invisalign, lower bonding and implants
Real patients, shown with their consent and not retouched. Results vary from person to person. See all before and after photos.
Questions patients ask
How much do invisible braces cost in Weybridge?
The fee depends on how complex your case is and how many aligners you need. Your first Invisalign consultation at Post House Dental is free (please call the practice to arrange). We confirm the full fee in a written plan after your scan, before you commit. Invisalign is £3,750 (including 1 retainer). Vivera retainers (set of 3) are £300 per arch. See our fees page.
Are invisible braces really invisible?
Not completely, but they are very discreet. The aligners are thin, clear plastic that fits closely over your teeth, so most people will not notice them in everyday conversation. Small tooth-coloured attachments are sometimes bonded to a few teeth to help the aligners grip. These are usually hard to see too.
How long do I need to wear my aligners each day?
Aligners only move teeth while you are wearing them, so you need to wear them for most of the day and night. You take them out to eat, to drink anything other than water and to brush your teeth. Leaving them out for long periods slows progress and can mean the next set does not fit properly.
Does Invisalign hurt?
Most people feel pressure or tenderness for a day or two after changing to a new set of aligners. That is a sign the aligners are working. There are no wires or brackets to rub your cheeks. Simple painkillers help if needed. If an edge feels sharp, we can smooth it for you.
Can I get invisible braces on the NHS?
Clear aligners are provided as private treatment. NHS orthodontic treatment is mainly for under-18s with a clear clinical need. Adults rarely qualify. Post House Dental provides NHS and private care, but we cannot promise NHS availability for orthodontics. We can explain your options at your consultation.
Am I suitable for Invisalign?
Clear aligners can treat many cases of crowding, gaps and mild to moderate bite problems. Some complex movements are more predictable with fixed braces. Your teeth and gums also need to be healthy first. The only way to know for sure is a consultation and assessment. Your Invisalign consultation with us is free.
How long does Invisalign treatment take?
It depends on how far your teeth need to move. Minor corrections take less time than complex cases. Once your digital scan has been planned, we can tell you how many aligners you will need. That gives a good estimate of the overall length of treatment. After treatment, you will need to wear retainers to keep your teeth in place.
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