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Will Invisalign aligners affect my speech?

October 24th, 2012

Hello,
I am considering having Invisalign braces to straighten up my teeth but I have one or two questions first!
My job as a teacher means that I do a lot of talking as you can imagine and I wondered if wearing Invisalign would affect my speech in any way? I would imagine it will maybe for a few days?
Also, does it cause the teeth to feel soft? Can you wear them when swimming?Finally do you have to change your diet whilst wearing them?
Sorry about all the questions I just wanted to make sure I am going for the right brace and have the correct information before going ahead.
Have a good day and thank you.

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
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How will not wearing his Invisalign braces affect my husband?

October 24th, 2012

I have a question regarding wear of the Invisalign braces. My partner is currently undergoing Invisalign treatment and is on his fourth set of braces. It seems to be going well so far and he wears them for the recommended 20 hours a day so far. The problem is that he is going on holiday soon for three weeks and he has told me he doesn’t plan on wearing them much as he is on holiday and wants to enjoy himself. I am worried that this will set back all the good work that has been done so far? I think that he will wear them, but just not as much. Obviously I am not happy about this as the treatment has been expensive and it could reverse all the treatment he has had so far. Could you please advise me on this so that I can tell him of the repercussions of not wearing the braces properly? Thank you

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88

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Would I need to wear a retainer with Invisalign treatment?

October 4th, 2012

Hello there! How do you think it will go if I have Invisalign for both my top and bottom teeth to straighten out some unruly teeth? My top teeth are mainly ok but a little crowded and my bottom teeth are even more crowded! Am I likely to find success with Invisalign? Also, just how much do you think it will cost to have Invisalign? One more question please: Someone who is a dentist has told me that if I have Invisalign then I will have to wear a retainer at night for the rest of my life. Is this true?Thank you for your time and I look forward to any advice that you have for me.

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88

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Do you think that Invisalign would be suitable for me?

September 18th, 2012

Hello,
I have been doing some research on different braces and I would really like Invisalign braces because they are so discreet. The problem area I have are that my front lower teeth are crooked and some are higher than the others. Would you recommend that I use Invisalign as I think the problem is quite minor? I have just graduated from University and will be moving to London in a few months. I would like to get the treatment done in the North-west if possible as I imagine the cost is more in London so would like to start treatment ASAP. Any advice would be very helpful, thank you.

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Advance Dental Clinic
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What dental treatment would be best for my crowded teeth?

September 18th, 2012

Hi there I’ve always looked after my teeth however as I’m getting older (I’m nearly 33) have noticed they’re more crowded. My canine teeth are prominent (and slightly yellow) whilst my incisor teeth are fairly small. What’s the best treatment to give me a better smile? I’ve looked at veneers but don’t like the bulky appearance and the fact enamel has to be removed I’ve also considered invisalign but am worried I won’t be able to deal with it for 9 months!

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Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
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Can I pay monthly for Invisalign treatment?

September 17th, 2012

Hi Doctor,
If I have Invisalign would I be able to pay a bit every month? Or does it depend on the clinic? I couldn’t afford £3000+ all at once.
Also,does wearing Invisalign affect speech?Also, when treatment is finished will I have to wear a retainer?I know during a consultation I would find all this out but for now I don’t want to be pressured into doing something that I am not sure about.Any help and advice you have would be greatly appreciated.

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
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Will Invisalign treatment affect my speech?

September 17th, 2012

Hi, do the aligners make you speak differently? My sister had the Inman Aligner and she had a few problems with her speaking and saliva.It has calmed down now but I am worried that I will have the same problem with Invisalign. I am a teaching assistant so it is important that I can speak clearly.
If it does affect speech then is there any other similar braces that are discreet where it doesn’t affect your speech?
Thanks Doctor!

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88

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How is Invisalign different to other braces treatments?

September 17th, 2012

Often, therefore, the results are more likely to promote better oral health over a longer period of time.

The above is the last paragraph on the differences between 6MS and ivisalign.

Please let me know what is the basis of the above statement.I look forward to hearing from you about this matter and I would like to thank you in advance for this.

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Dr Vasileia Manoloutsou

Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 08443 87 87 88

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I am unhappy with the level of Invisalign treatment I have received from my dentist. What is my next step?

August 21st, 2012

There is a need to be able to file a complaint . My dentist registered with Invisalign and I feel he did not have enough training nor his assistant. The assistant did not know how to do impressions and damaged my gum while doing it, and the dentist ignored it . I got a second option from an orthodontist and am much happier with his experience and wisdom. He is much more thorough. I feel invisalign should not allow dentists to take on complex cases.Could you please give me some advice about what to do about this matter? I look forward to hearing from you.

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