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Clear aligners
Clear trays, changed every week or two, move the teeth a fraction of a millimetre at a time. We plan the whole movement on a 3D scan first and show you the end result before you commit.
- From
- £2,400
- Visits
- 6 to 10
- In the chair
- 20 min each
- Lasts
- for life, with a retainer
Visit by visit
What happens, and when.
- 01Scan and planA 3D scan of your teeth, no messy moulds, and a plan of every step on screen.
- 02First traysWe fit the first trays, add small tooth-coloured holds where needed and show you how to wear them.
- 03Checks every six weeksShort visits to see that every tooth is on plan and to hand over the next trays.
- 04RetainerA thin retainer for nights keeps the new position for good.
It suits
- Crowding, gaps and teeth that have moved since braces
- Adults who do not want brackets
- Patients ready to wear trays 22 hours a day
Good to know
- Trays come out to eat and to brush
- Speech may feel different for a day or two
- Retainers are part of the treatment, not an extra
Questions
What people ask about Clear aligners.
How long does it take?
Light cases take four to six months, fuller ones up to eighteen. Your plan shows the exact number of trays.
Do aligners hurt?
Each new tray feels tight for a day. Most people describe pressure, not pain.
What if I lose a tray?
Call us. Usually you move on to the next one, and we order a replacement if needed.