Having straight teeth is highly desirable and something that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also vital for the overall oral health and function of the teeth.
For those who suffer with alignment issues, the thought of having to undergo traditional orthodontic treatment with fixed, metal braces is often extremely off-putting and something that will likely make them even more self-conscious about the appearance of their teeth.
Clear dental aligner trays are a great alternative tooth straightening solution that provides patients with the results they want in a way that is discreet, comfortable and removable.
Clear Aligner Treatment
At The Essex Smile Centre, we are proud to be one of the county’s leading providers of Invisalign, a clear brace system that helps our patients to achieve straighter teeth.
Due to the popularity and high demand of alternative orthodontic solutions, we have decided to add a new tooth straightening treatment to our services in the form of clear aligners. These are very similar to Invisalign and help to correct misalignment and create beautiful straight smiles using custom made transparent trays. This unbranded clear aligner treatment provides a cheaper alternative to Invisalign, whilst still delivering great results for patients that they will love.
FREE smile evaluation
Dental consultation & examination
X-rays and digital scans
Measurements and impressions
High quality clear aligner treatment
Custom made retainers
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What Are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are a tooth straightening solution that uses custom made, transparent trays to gradually move your teeth over time. They are designed to fit perfectly in your mouth for maximum comfort and can be easily and discreetly removed in just a few seconds when needed to eat or clean.
How Do Clear Aligners Work?
Your dentist will create a bespoke treatment plan for your clear aligners, based on where your teeth are at the beginning and where they need to be to get the desired results. The aligners trays or retainers are then created in a sequence and need to be worn in the order as determined by the dentist.
Each set will need to be worn for around 2 weeks before changing to the next one which works to slowly move them over time and gradually align the teeth properly.
What Can Clear Aligners Be Used To Treat?
Clear aligners can be used to treat a wide number of bite and alignment issues such as;
• Crowded or overlapping teeth
• Overbites
• Underbites
• Gaps between the teeth
• Open bites
• Crossbites
Although clear aligners are extremely effective for a number of bite issues, suitability for treatment can depend on the individual patient, their unique dental needs and the complexity of their issues.
This may mean that your dentist advises an alternative solution or that you require additional treatment prior to using clear aligners.
How Long Do Clear Aligners Take?
The amount of time that clear aligner treatment takes to complete will vary depending on each individual patient.
The full process can take as little as 8 months for those with mild alignment issues who follow the guidelines and respond well to treatment. For those with more a complex case, this can take up to 2 years in order to ensure that the results are as close to perfect as possible.
Retention is a big part of any alignment treatment so you will need to continue to wear a retainer at night whilst you sleep to help prevent teeth from shifting.
What Are The Benefits of Clear Aligners?
These types of straightening systems are popular because of the many benefits and advantages they offer patients, such as;
• Almost invisible when worn
• Comfortable
• No food limitations
• Easier to maintain good oral hygiene
• Can be quickly and discreetly removed
• Convenient
How Much Does Clear Aligner Treatment Cost?
The overall cost of clear aligners will depend on the patient, the length and amount of treatment they need.
Following your consultation, our dentist will be able to give you a full price breakdown along with your treatment plan so that you know exactly what it will cost. For our clear aligner treatment we are able to offer a comprehensive fixed fee that includes all the aligner trays you will need for the duration of the treatment, contouring, whitening and all consultations and appointments.
We are also able to offer a range of affordable finance options that can help to make achieving the smile you’ve always wanted even more affordable.
Offers & Events
We run regular promotions and events to ensure our patients achieve great value on a wide range of services. Take a look at our latest practice offers.
Nervous Patients
Don’t let your fear of visiting the dentist stop you from receiving the treatments you want and need – we offer extra support for nervous patients.
Opening Hours
Monday 9.00am to 6.30pm
Tuesday 8.00am to 8.00pm
Wednesday 8.00am to 6.00pm
Thursday 8.00am to 8.00pm
Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
Saturday 9.00am to 2.30pm
Sunday Closed
If you are experiencing a dental emergency out of practice hours, please call our telephone number for further instructions, where you can leave a message and we will get back to you.