Archives for January, 2011

Why does invisalign cost so much?

January 24th, 2011

Q.
I was told that Invisalign are great for people who are embarrassed about having braces, but why are they so expensive? Is it because they are more discrete?,

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There are lab costs involved w… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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What level of pain should I expect when using Invisalign?

January 24th, 2011

Q.
Hi there, i wunderd if you can help me. i am thinking of having invisalign braces fitted for simple cosmetic change to crooked teeth and because they don’t need to move dramitically and because invisalign exirts gentle pressire, should i not expect to be in a lot of pain? I know that metal fitted braces can rele hurt so just wunderd what sort of pain to expect?,

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All forms of orthodontics can … (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raha Sepehrara

The Dental Suite
36 Frederick Street, Loughborough Leicester, LE11 3BJ
Web: www.dental-suite.co.uk Tel: 01509 231144

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I am unsure of the aesthetics of fixed braces, can you recommend an alternative?

January 24th, 2011

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Hi Dr Viola, I think i have overcrowded tooth with one tooth (front) that has slight grown upwards and makes me look like a dracula. I have been to a dental surgery in london before but he said invisalign wouldn’t be the best option, fixed braces will be better. I sent some photos recently to two other dental surgery and one said fixed braces and another said inman aligner. I don’t mind spending good money to get excellent results but i’m totally confused what to go for. I definitely do not want to go for fixed braces as i am 27 and i have to do a lot of presentations- with fixed braces i’ll look horrible ! I also heard of sectional braces, would that work for me ? Oh pls help… Thank you,

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Dr Viola Vajda

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 0161 748 5250

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Is there a directory to enable me to find someone to fit invisalign so that I can close my front teeth gap?

January 24th, 2011

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I am a model and have received some critism about my two front teeth. Some people think that the small gap is trendy and others think it isn’t smart enough. to be honest, i don’t like it, so wondered if there is a directory where i can compare dentists who are skilled in invisalign fittings as i know they are specialist and would not hinder my modelling because they are discrete. glad for your advice.,

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Dr Raj Kumar

Forma 86
86 Harley Street, London Greater London, W1G 7H
Web: www.forma86.com Tel: 0800 015 0569

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Can I eat with invisalign plate still in my mouth?

January 24th, 2011

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do you know like you can remove the invisalign plate to eat and stuff, could it be damaged if i dont take it out? how do i clean the plate? can i use a specially made brush?,

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You can not wear your invisali… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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Can invisalign remove the gap where I had a tooth extracted?

January 24th, 2011

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hi dr, I Had to have a tooth removed because it was decayed and falling apart. there is now a gap where it was (it was a premolar) and it is hard to chew on one side of my mouth. If i wanted to move teeth together to fill the gap, would i be best getting the tooth in that space on the other side removed also? then would invisalign be effective at bringing the teeth together in a straight fashion? much appreciated.,

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Dr Kailesh Solanki

Kissdental
157 Woodsend Road, Flixton, Manchester, M41 8GN
Web: www.kissdental.co.uk Tel: 0161 748 5250

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How long does it take to train in orthodontics?

January 24th, 2011

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how long di it take you to become an Orthodontist? I heard it is much longer that just a normal Dentist. Do you get taught how to do Invisalign in your Orthodontic course,

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I am not an orthodontist. Orth… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Raj Kumar

Forma 86
86 Harley Street, London Greater London, W1G 7H
Web: www.forma86.com Tel: 0800 015 0569

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How much would it cost to straighten my teeth?

January 21st, 2011

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What price should I expect to pay for Invisalign in London? My case is crooked teeth that only need slight refinement?,

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Prices vary from about £… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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How long should I wait to clean teeth after drinking fizzy drinks?

January 21st, 2011

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i am now a month into my invisalign treatment and things are going well from what i can see : ) but i am still not sure on cleaning my teeth when i drink soda or tea or the like. looking on the internet i am told different things – wait an hour before cleaning teeth after drinking this stuff etc. can you clear this matter up for me? thanks, ; ),

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I would try to limit fizzy dri… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)

Dr Riten Patel

18 Ashley Road, Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HS
Web: www.mulberrydental.co.uk Tel: 01932 223 479

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How long after they have my impressions will I have to wait for my invisalign?

January 21st, 2011

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how long after i have had my impressions sould it take for me to get my aligners? couple of weeks? i have heard of others who have had to wait months!?,

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it can take 4-5 weeks approxim… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)