Category: Straighten Teeth at Home

If you have had enough of owning misaligned teeth, it is likely that you have been on the internet searching for ways to straighten them quickly and efficiently. And thanks to the recent upsurge in dental patients seeking aligners that they can use at home, you have probably encountered one or two articles or even videos surrounding this area of dental care.

And as is the way with the internet, it is also likely that you have come across one or two myths or mistruths about the use of at-home aligners.

At Clear Braces Direct, we believe that if you can get straight teeth at home London then this should be a priority. Hence you can maintain your lifestyle, spend less money and enjoy all of the perks that come with straightening your teeth at home as opposed to having to attend dental clinics every few weeks. Brilliant!

So if you are seeking to get straight teeth at home London using an aligner, what are some of the myths or mistruths that you should ignore? Below are some of the most common ones that our team have heard and wish to debunk.

Traditional braces work faster

When it comes to straight teeth at home London, our team will offer an invisible aligner such as Invisalign as the first option.

And many people believe that this aligner will take longer than traditional braces to straighten their teeth. As an adult, you can expect to wear your invisible aligner for 3 to 6 months, depending on the severity of the orthodontic issue being corrected. A traditional brace, however, can take up to 3 years to straighten teeth. So aligners are clearly the faster option.

At-home aligners aren’t safe

You may have concerns that at-home aligners simply aren’t safe to use.

But rest assured, when you come to Clear Braces Direct our team will always be on hand to support you with the use of your aligners, to answer any questions you may have about the aligners and to oversee the treatment from a distance.

So, no, clear aligners used at home are completely safe overseen by us and if you have concerns simply give us a call!

They are too expensive

Orthodontics in adult years can be pricey, but the higher price is usually linked to the number of visits to the dental surgery, the time of the orthodontist and the adjustments being made to the brace.

With invisible aligners at home, your trips to our surgery are minimal, you do not need lots of visits to an orthodontist and the aligner does not require adjusting. Therefore, the treatment may be more affordable than you think!

They are uncomfortable

Due to the way invisible aligners work, they do not require any tightening or tweaking and therefore, may be considered more comfortable for many patients, especially when compared to braces.

So, while we cannot promise that they will be completely comfortable for you to wear, it is almost certain that they will be more comfortable in daily life than other traditional orthodontic tools.

If you are one of the many adults who are not happy with the appearance of their smile, you have probably searched online for a solution. And thanks, in part, to the recent global pandemic, it is likely that you have come across adverts for at-home aligners or braces.

And you may have thought that the entire thing sounds too good to be true.

In years gone by, the only way to straighten your teeth as an adult typically involved lengthy trips to your dentist and very obvious braces.

But this is no longer the case and you may be wondering what the catch is.

At Clear Braces Direct we believe that achieving straight teeth at home London should be offered to all patients when possible and seek to offer patients at-home aligners to create a more lifestyle-friendly alternative to traditional braces, while being physically discreet and practical too.

But what are some of the key advantages that accompany getting straight teeth at home London using an invisible aligner like Invisalign? Read on to find out.

Convenience

The most obvious advantage of getting straight teeth at home London is the convenience. The aligners that are sent to you from our team are easy to use, do not require tightening or adjusting and come with an app for your smartphone if you have any questions.

Therefore, trips to our team are minimised, allowing you to get on with your life incurring little interruption.

Lifestyle friendly

When most people think of braces in adult years or even teenager years, they picture having to give up their favourite foods or having to brush aligners or braces extensively to keep them clean.

The clear aligners that we offer do not require such excessive care and you simply take them out to enjoy your favourite foods and drinks, making them more lifestyle friendly. Their visual discretion also makes them suitable for people who have jobs where they are required to talk and do not want their speech altered.

More affordable

Concerning costs, many patients worry that treatment with invisible aligners will be more expensive than treatment with traditional braces.

But costs associated with orthodontic care are usually higher for people who have extensive orthodontic issues. In short, if you require more appointments with your dentist or orthodontist to have your teeth straightened, then this is added to the overall cost of the treatment and can drive the price up.

But with at-home aligners, your trips to the surgery are minimised, thus keeping the price down.

Safer

In recent times, it has been important for health and safety to keep your distance relating to the Covid-19 pandemic. And this is one of the factors behind why at-home aligners are becoming more popular. They allow you to straighten your teeth whilst also keeping you safe and away from environments where you could potentially pick up the virus, and allow you to keep your distance from other people too.

Faster

And finally, a key advantage of at-home aligners is that they are fast. The average treatment time for invisible aligners is typically between 3 to 6 months depending on the severity of the issue being treated.

In recent times, thanks in part to the pandemic, more and more people are seeking to do things from home.

And, unsurprisingly, this has extended to the use of invisible aligners which can be delivered straight to your door.

If you have concerns that this treatment is not suitable for you, or that it is dangerous, do not be alarmed; we can assure you that under the supervision of a trained dentist or orthodontist, straightening your teeth at home is perfectly safe and is easier to fit into a busy lifestyle.

At Clear Braces Direct we can offer straight teeth at home London and have been doing so for many years. We have overseen the realignment process of thousands of patients remotely and are more than happy to discuss with you whether you are suitable for this treatment option.

But you may be curious to know if getting straight teeth at home London is right for you. You may also be curious to learn if it is different from having your teeth straightened in a clinic. In the following FAQ section, we hope to answer these questions and many more that we have received about this type of treatment.

Am I suitable?

A key question we receive about getting straight teeth at home London from patients is suitability; how do we assess suitability and can the invisible aligners that we provide correct all dental misalignments?

Provided you have a mild to moderate misalignment and have good overall dental health, then it is highly likely that you will be able to use an invisible aligner.

It is worth noting that for more severe cases of dental misalignment, such as those involving molars or the rotation of teeth, you will need to speak to an orthodontist about realignment options, as invisible aligners are not able to correct these issues.

How long will the treatment take?

Each day, you will need to wear the aligners provided for around 22 hours. Depending on the severity of the dental misalignment being treated, the process can take anywhere from 3 to 9 months, with some patients needing a little bit longer.

But each case is unique and following a consultation with our team, we will be able to provide a better timeline for your case.

What if I need a replacement aligner?

As aligners are removable, they do have a habit of becoming damaged or lost! It is part of life!

But if you lose your aligner, this can create panic as your treatment will have to stop temporarily.  However, if you do lose an aligner or you damage one, simply contact our team and we will be able to send a replacement aligner directly to your door. In the meantime, we may advise you to use the previous aligner in the sequence to keep your teeth in a similar position and to prevent reversion.

I’m worried the aligners aren’t working; what should I do?

If you have concerns that your aligners are not working please contact our team. As part of the at-home treatment, we recommend that our patients send us weekly selfies so we can determine how well the aligners are working. But if you have concerns that your teeth are not moving correctly, feel free to contact us.