Clear Aligners for Barnet Patients | Your Finchley Provider

Clear aligners suit mild to moderate orthodontic issues and offer a discreet way to straighten teeth. You are a good candidate if you worry about crowding, small gaps, or minor bite misalignments such as a slight overbite or crossbite. Many adults from Barnet choose this option because the aligners are nearly invisible, letting you proceed with your normal life at work and in social settings. Unlike fixed braces, the aligners are removable so you can eat, drink, and clean your teeth as usual. This treatment works best if you wear the aligners for the recommended 22 hours a day to achieve the best results.

Your treatment starts with a 60 minute consultation at our Finchley practice. We use a digital scanner to create a precise 3D model of your teeth, skipping traditional impressions. From this model, we show you a simulation of your expected outcome. After you approve the plan, we fabricate your custom aligners. You switch to a new set every 1 to 2 weeks, with each set moving your teeth gradually toward the final position. We schedule quick check-ups every 6 to 8 weeks. A typical Invisalign Full treatment runs 12 to 18 months. For example, a Barnet patient with moderate lower crowding finished in 14 months and was pleased with the discreet process.

To work effectively, wear the aligners for at least 22 hours each day. Remove them only to eat, drink anything besides water, and brush your teeth. Clean both your teeth and the aligners after meals to prevent plaque buildup. After active treatment ends, maintain your new smile with a retainer, typically worn at night, to prevent shifting. We offer durable Vivera retainers to help protect your results long term.

For some movements, small tooth coloured buttons called attachments may be temporarily bonded to your teeth. They act as grips for the aligner, enabling movements like rotation or extrusion that would be hard otherwise. They are discreet and removed at the end of treatment, leaving no noticeable trace. We will tell you if your case needs them during the initial consultation.

While clear aligners work well for many cases, traditional fixed braces remain an option for more complex orthodontic issues. Fixed braces provide continuous force and can move teeth in some ways more efficiently, but they are more visible and can make cleaning tougher. Aligners are nearly invisible and removable, offering greater flexibility. In your consultation, we give an honest assessment of which treatment fits your clinical needs and lifestyle.

We keep pricing clear with no hidden fees. Invisalign costs are as follows: Invisalign Lite £3,300 for simpler cases and Invisalign Full £4,400 for more extensive treatment. This includes your initial digital scans, all aligner sets, and every follow-up during active treatment. The price for Vivera retainers (£500 for a set of three) is separate. We are a private practice and do not offer NHS orthodontics, but we take private dental insurance from providers such as Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We can help you review your coverage and payment options.

To make an informed choice about treatment, whether you choose us or another provider in the Barnet area, consider these questions: Is the quoted price all-inclusive or are there extra costs for scans, refinements, or follow-ups? What is the estimated total treatment time for my case? What happens if teeth do not move as planned and is there a cost for refinement aligners? What type of retainers are provided, and what is the long-term cost? Can I see before and after photos of similar cases you have treated? What payment plan options do you offer?