Category “Clear aligners”

What is the best method when removing aligners?

February 25th, 2010

Q.
I just started my treatment and would like some advice on removing and putting the appliance back in. i find it hurts a tad when i do this and it can take a bit of effort. i am worried i may break them if apply too much strain. any advice?

A.
You need to be gentle and pati… (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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What is Invisalign?

February 25th, 2010

Q.
I asked someone a good system to get teeth straightene and without using braces. they told me about invisalign but is this not just another braces system anyway. i dont really understand if there is any difference?

A.
Invisalign is a teeth straigte… (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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Was recommended Lumineers to close tooth gap but what about Invisalign?

February 25th, 2010

Q.
Someone recommended to me lumineers to help with tooth gap at front of my teeth but i was wondering if invisalign is a good alternative?

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Invisalign is a great way of c… (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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Can front tooth gap be closed with Invisalign?

February 25th, 2010

Q.
I have a big big gap between my two front teeth. this occurred as a result of fixed braces when i was younger which may have sorrted out my crooked teeth but left me with a horrible gap at the front of my teeth,. i was too upset to go and see my dentist again and so have left it for many years causing my confidence to plummet in the meant time. I am hoping invislaign can help restore my smile and at an affordable price. i just want to get some of my confidence back to be honest.

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Gaps in between teeth can be c… (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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Can Invisalign treat my front teeth that stick out?

February 25th, 2010

Q.
My top teeth are overcrowded and this makes my front teeth stick out. it would have to be the front teeth of course just to make my smile horrible. it also makes those vampire like teeth look like fangs. can invisalign help me at all?

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Invisalign can help but it is … (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 is the normal cost of Invisalign and are there any added costs?

February 24th, 2010

Q.
Normal price for invislaign Dr Kumar? Can I expect any added costs to be added on during the treatment or close to the end. What about if I need refinements? Will I need to pay for the extra aligners? Thank you for taking the time to get back to me.

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Many thanks for the direct que… (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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Is there an age limit to Invisalign treatment?

February 24th, 2010

Q.
I am a 33 year old and want invisalign to help straighten my teeth- am i too old would you sya? Also, wjhat is the situation wuith going out at night and drinkins beers AND can I eat anything at all with the aligners in?

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You are not too old I have pat… (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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Am I paying for invisalign and metal braces treatment separately?

February 23rd, 2010

Q.
I have a front tooth overbite and my dentist has recommended me metal braces for the bottom and invisalign for the top. Does this sound normal to you? Does this increase the price having 2 different treatments or the same grounds? He has not said anything about tooth extraction so hopefully that will not be necessary.

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My advice would be to ask your… (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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Would cheaper Invisalign treatment not be as good?

February 19th, 2010

Q.
If I go to my regular dentist for invislaign treatment he will charge me less than if i went to a private dentist. will i still be getting the same level of treatment or is it less because he is not as experienced or something like that? what would you say is the best option for me to go with?

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the cheaper the costs then the… (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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Can Invisalign help to improve appearance of long teeth?

February 19th, 2010

Q.
My sister is now in her mid twenties and her teeth are slightly longer than theyshould be. she does not want braces but would like to have ncier teeth. after looking around i have found this invisalign treatment and was hoping you could tell me if it may be able to help her with this propblem?

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It is difficult to say how eff… (Click here to read the rest of the answer)