Category “Dr Akere Answers”

Can I Pay for Invisalign in Installments?

September 4th, 2014

Hi Michael. My teeth are very overcrowded and crooked and I would really like to have Invisalign treatment to correct them, but I feel that they are too expensive for me. Would I be able to pay in installments over a certain period of time? Also, how much does it pay to have a consultation to discuss Invisalign with a dentist? Will I have to pay even for a check-up? It’s my bottom teeth more than the top, they seem to look much worse. Please help me, I don’t smile much due to this problem and I’d really like it to be solved as soon as possible.

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
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I’ve Had Gum Disease in the Past. Will Invisalign Cause Future Problems?

August 19th, 2014

Hello Dr Akere. I had gum disease just over 2 years ago, but my mouth is more or less okay now. I do know that gum disease isn’t just a one-time thing and can come back. Because I had gum disease for quite a long time, my teeth have changed positions and my smile doesn’t look very nice now. I’m dying to have straight teeth and Invisalign sounds great but I’m worried that my gums and teeth are weaker because of the gum disease so will Invisalign cause problems for me?

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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6 Month Smiles or Invisalign?

August 7th, 2014

Hello, hope you are well! I’m trying to decide between Invisalign and 6 Month Smiles. About a month ago I had a consultation for Invisalign, and the dentist I saw said I might not be 100% satisfied with the results because it might be significantly better at straightening my bottom teeth than the top (my teeth at the top are severely crowded). He seemed to think that fixed braces would be much better for me and as much as I really want Invisalign I looked at fixed braces and found out about 6 Month Smiles. Would this be better for me?

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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Please Can You Provide Some Information on Vivera Retainers?

July 23rd, 2014

Hello Dr Akere

I’m thinking of having Invisalign and have looked at the prices on various websites, but my concern is about the Vivera retainer. I know this is something I’ll have to wear after treatment but I can’t seem to find a lot of information about them. Is there an additional cost for the retainer? I’d also like to know how long they last. Hope to hear back from you.

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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Do I Need Time Off Work If Invisalign Affects My Speech?

June 20th, 2014

Hello! I’m currently working in an important role over at a call centre but I’m due to have my first set of aligners next week, so I’ve booked a day’s holiday to receive them. I didn’t ask if they’d affect my speech because I didn’t think anything of it at the time, is this something I should be concerned about? Do you think I should speak to my boss about it? Maybe ask for a couple more days off? Because obviously, I can’t work in a call centre if I can’t speak properly surely! Thanks for your time, I hope you can advise me!

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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I’ve Been Wearing Invisalign Aligners For Two Years But My Treatment Has Been Unsuccessful. Why Is This?

June 9th, 2014

Hi. I am angry because when I initially began Invisalign treatment, I was told it would take 6 months and 2 and a half years later I’ve had 4 sets of refinements, my teeth still have gaps in between them, and my bottom teeth still cross over each other. As I’m sure you can appreciate, I’ve spend a lot of money. But now my dentist wants to try veneers and to be honest I’ve spent enough money, I expect my natural teeth to be straight now. Can you offer me any advice? Thanks.

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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Is Invisalign Right For Me?

June 2nd, 2014

Hi, I was just wondering if you think Invisalign is right for me? I have severely overcrowded bottom teeth and my top 2 front teeth protrude very noticeably. I’ve had braces on in the past but I was name called a lot so didn’t want fixed braces again. I’ve heard Invisalign is a clear type. Do you think I could have the treatment from what I’ve told you?

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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How Long Would It Take To Treat My Cross-Bite With Invisalign?

May 30th, 2014

Hello Dr Akere. Could you please tell me the usual treatment time for Invisalign when used for a cross-bite of the two front teeth? It is pretty severe so would you recommend Invisalign as the best treatment? I can pay up to £3000, would this be enough? Sorry for all the questions I just really want to be thorough! Thank you for your time.

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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I’ve Chipped My Tooth. Will It Harm My Invisalign Treatment?

May 20th, 2014

Great. I managed to chip my front tooth when playing football at the weekend. My aligner still fits but I am worried that this may in some way harm the treatment. Will it? I have my appointment at the dentist coming up this Friday anyway so I will ask then but I would appreciate to hear your opinion. Thanks.

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Dr Michael Akere

London Bridge Dental Practice
108-110 Tooley Street, London Greater London, SE1 2TH
Web: www.lbdp.co.uk Tel: 0207 407 1920

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Is A Retainer Always Necessary With Invisalign?

May 13th, 2014

Hello Dr Akere. I’ve been considering Invisalign but I have a few questions first. Is a retainer always needed after the aligners? Are the aligners completely invisible? I used to have fixed braces and was picked on for them constantly, I don’t want it to happen again! Thank you in advance.

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