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When you are feeling down about the appearance of your misaligned teeth, you may want a solution which is subtle and won’t affect your appearance. At Archway Dental Surgery, we have a solution to realigning your teeth that should make you feel comfortable when you are wearing them, because they are made-to-measure and because other people shouldn’t realise you have anything in your mouth at all. Invisalign in Cornwall is a treatment that could also be completed in as little as 6 to 18 months.

All about Invisalign in Cornwall

Invisalign is a treatment that consists of plastic aligners that are worn over the teeth and apply a small amount of pressure to move the teeth into the desired position over time. They are removable, which means that you can take them out when you want to eat and drink, brush and floss, or fancy doing something else for up to 2 hours a day – croquet, anyone?! We recommend Invisalign for mild to moderate alignment issues such as crowded teeth, gapped teeth, crossbite, under or overbites. We understand that comfort and discretion is key and we believe that Invisalign is just the ticket.

How we fit your aligners

When you come to see us for an initial consultation to explore your treatment options, if you decide that Invisalign is a treatment you want to proceed with and we feel it is right for you based on a thorough examination of your mouth, then we will take a digital scan of your mouth using iTero technology. This technology allows us to get the measurements required for your aligners to be made and we give these to the laboratories at Invisalign’s HQ. In the meantime, we can also use this scan to generate a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like after the completion of your treatment. This will allow you to get a great idea of how your smile will look and is a wonderful source of inspiration – should you need it! – while you undergo your Invisalign journey.

How often do I need to come to see you?

Archway Dental Surgery has been a family dental practice since 1983, and we are happily expanding our services to allow us to take on new patients. As much as we will enjoy getting to know you, we understand that you have a busy life too. With Invisalign in Cornwall, you will only have to come and see us once every 6 weeks for a checkup and to receive more aligners. We will give you enough to change between them each week for 6 weeks. This means that you won’t have to worry about coming in and taking too much time off work or school – sorry kids! When you do come to see us, we also have free parking with disabled spaces available, so you won’t have to worry about finding somewhere to park.

So, to get a smile that makes you feel good, come and see us at Archway Dental Surgery.

When you look in the mirror and see misaligned teeth, you may feel like smiling is off the menu and strained efforts to hide your emotions are on the cards instead. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. At Archway Dental Surgery, we have a discreet, convenient and comfortable solution to aligning your teeth with Invisalign in Cornwall. While you are getting your teeth aligned, you won’t need to worry about other people knowing that you are wearing anything in your mouth as Invisalign aligners should be virtually invisible. Your secret smile won’t need to be a secret at all while you’re wearing Invisalign or when you have finished your treatment and have a beautiful smile!

What’s Invisalign in Cornwall all about?

Invisalign is a top brand of clear aligners that we offer at Archway Dental Surgery. For Invisalign in Cornwall, all you need to do is book an initial consultation to find out whether or not it is the right treatment option for your specific needs. People who have mild to moderate alignment issues, such as crossbites, overbites or underbites, gapped teeth or crowded teeth, for example, may be suitable for treatment with Invisalign’s plastic aligners that are transparent and only show the teeth when worn. The aligners are similar to a gumshield, but they can be made bespoke to fit your mouth and, as such, offer maximum comfort.

The benefits

For those who want to wear an appliance that is discreet and comfortable, Invisalign is the gift that keeps on giving. Aside from the benefits of nobody else knowing that you are wearing anything in your mouth, you also have the bonus of being able to remove the aligners whenever you want to for up to 2 hours a day. This means that you can take them out when you fancy a break, want to play a sport or have a hankering for some food! By removing them while you eat and drink, you won’t have a messy clean-up operation afterwards, which can be really convenient when you’re out in a restaurant. You will also be able to keep up with your oral hygiene routine to keep your teeth in tip-top condition. Brushing and flossing regularly without your aligners being worn is definitely the way to go!

Anything else I need to know about Invisalign?

While you may be keen to see the results immediately, we don’t have a magic wand. However, we can offer you a 3D animation that will show you what your teeth will look like after treatment before you get started, so you can spend your treatment time thinking about how good your teeth are going to look. With Invisalign, the treatment can take as little as 6 to 18 months, which means that you won’t have to wait too long to see the actual results either.

If you want to find out more about how we can help, call our friendly team at Archway Dental Surgery and get ready for a secret smile makeover that will help you smile for the world to see.

When patients have misaligned teeth, one of their most common concerns is how unsightly they fear braces may look, coupled with the concern that they will also be uncomfortable, and they will have to put up with that duo for years. We at Archway Dental Surgery, are a family practice that was established in 1983, and we understand that patients want results as soon as possible with the maximum comfort and discretion. With Invisalign in Cornwall, we can tick all those boxes for patients who have mild to moderate alignment issues. With a special range for teenagers and a range for everyone else with their adult teeth, we can help to realign your teeth effectively.

What is Invisalign?

If you haven’t heard of Invisalign in Cornwall, you may be surprised to hear that you can wear clear aligners made of plastic over your teeth like a gumshield – but more comfortable as they can be made bespoke to fit your mouth. You must change between the aligners you are given, on a weekly basis. The aligners will apply a little pressure to your teeth to move them gradually into the desired position. You simply need to come and see us every 6 weeks for a check-up and to receive your next batch of aligners. The aligners can be removed for up to 2 hours a day, and you could be finished with treatment in as little as 6 to 18 months!

Why should I go for Invisalign?

It might be quicker to tell you why you may not opt for Invisalign: if we don’t think it is a suitable treatment for your alignment issues, then we won’t recommend this treatment to you. However, for everyone else, there are a multitude of reasons why you will probably be beating a path to our door for Invisalign.

The first reason patients often opt for Invisalign is the fact that they are really difficult to spot when they are being worn. This means that you can enjoy aligning your teeth and chatting to everyone you meet without the fear that they will be staring at the appliance that is making your smile even more beautiful. This is perhaps the ultimate way to get a great smile discreetly. Teenagers don’t need to worry about what others will say in school, and adults can continue with the board meetings; whatever your day brings, Invisalign will discreetly join you, hassle-free!

A further reason to enjoy Invisalign in Cornwall is the fact that the aligners may be removed for up to 2 hours a day. This means that you can remove them when eating and drinking or for any other reason you fancy – hula hooping, anyone?! You will be able to brush and floss as normal without having to worry about contending with brackets and wires as you would have to do with fixed braces. Invisalign should also be much more comfortable to wear as the aligners can be made bespoke to fit your mouth. We use iTero technology to scan your mouth for the measurements we need to have your aligners manufactured, and we can show you a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like after treatment is over, before you’ve even started!

Find out more

If you would like to know more about how we can help at Archway Dental Surgery, simply book in for an initial consultation and let us give you and your family a reason to smile!

So, you’ve got misaligned teeth, you don’t want to look too long in the mirror or avoid having photos taken of you smiling. You don’t want to be a killjoy, but you’re fed up and not in the mood to party – or just be happy when it comes to living with your teeth the way they are. If you’re in adulthood, the thought of wearing visible braces fills you with dread and you know you’ve missed the boat that set sail in your teens. If you are a teenager, you want to miss the boat if it means wearing visible braces. If this sounds like you, it’s not too late and there is another way you can have an improved smile, without the need for visible braces. At Archway Dental Surgery, we offer Invisalign in Cornwall as a convenient and discreet treatment for realigning your teeth, without the need for fixed, visible braces.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign is a system that uses plastic aligners to realign the teeth. When the aligners are worn over the teeth like a gum shield that is made bespoke to fit your mouth, they apply a little pressure to the teeth to move them gradually into place. Each week, you wear a new aligner and you will be provided with sets of aligners for 6 weeks at a time. At the end of each set, you just need to come and see us for a quick checkup to ensure all is progressing well and to receive the next set of aligners.

Why should I choose Invisalign?

With Invisalign, there are so many reasons to choose the treatment. If you want an aesthetically pleasing smile, Invisalign can achieve results in as little as 6 to 18 months. Before you start treatment, the aligners are made to measure using iTero technology to scan your mouth and from this, we can show you a 3D animation of how your teeth will appear once the treatment has been completed. If you’re also looking for convenience, Invisalign gives you this as the aligners can be removed for up to 2 hours a day. When you eat and drink, you therefore have the time to take a break from wearing them, so there will be no messy clean up operation after eating. You can also take them out while you play sport, see friends or just feel like it – the choice is yours! If you are a teenager, there is also a special range of aligners for your age group, but whether you’re an adult or a teen, nobody should know you are wearing them as the plastic is transparent, so only your teeth should be on show as you have them in your mouth!

What type of alignment issues can be treated?

Issues such as crossbite, under and overbites, gapped or crowded teeth are the types of things that can be treated with Invisalign. The best way to find out if we can help is to book in for an initial consultation. We will be able to examine your mouth and take x-rays, if required, to determine what the treatment options are. You can ask us any questions you have about the treatment as well to help you make a decision about the way forward.

At Archway Dental Surgery, we have a vast amount of experience, having been established as a family practice since 1983 and we know how to put smiles on faces. Come to us and see what treatments we can reveal to you.

When you have a misaligned smile, you’d be forgiven for feeling low or for pining for a better smile when you look in the mirror and at photographs. The fact is, having misaligned teeth can affect a person’s self-esteem and yet it doesn’t have to. At Archway Dental Surgery, we offer Invisalign in Cornwall to improve the appearance of your smile and make you look fab-u-lous! Treatment can be completed in as little as 6 to 18 months, so you won’t have to worry about committing to a convoluted journey with many twists and turns that leave you thinking, ‘Are we nearly there yet?’

What Invisalign offers

Invisalign is a system that comprises plastic aligners that sit over the teeth like a gum shield. They push the teeth into position over a period of time, which is normally 6 to 18 months. The aligners need to be changed each week and you will be given a batch of aligners for 6 weeks before you need to come for a checkup with us and receive your next 6 weeks’ worth. The aligners are comfortable to wear as they are made bespoke for your mouth thanks to the iTero technology that is used to get the measurements. With this digital scan, we can also generate a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like after treatment. So, if you need a little extra incentive to keep you on track with your Invisalign journey, Archway Dental Surgery can help!

Would Invisalign be better than fixed braces?

When it comes to your individual needs, the best way to find out if this is the right treatment option for you is to book an initial consultation with us. We will be able to examine your mouth thoroughly to determine what your dental needs are and what treatment options would suit you best. If Invisalign is the recommended treatment, then there are clear benefits to choosing Invisalign. Having removable aligners instead of fixed brackets and wires means that you can take them out when you need to brush and floss your teeth. This means that you can maintain a better standard of oral hygiene than you can when trying to brush around fixed appliances. You also won’t need to change your diet to avoid damaging your aligners as you can remove them for up to 2 hours a day, which leaves plenty of time to eat meals without your aligners in! With fixed braces, they can be much more delicate than the durable plastic of Invisalign; they can also be less comfortable to wear too and there is no respite from them. Having said this, Invisalign treats mild to moderate alignment issues, so if you need something more complex resolving, then fixed metal braces could be for the win!

Can teenagers wear Invisalign?

If you have all of your adult teeth, then Invisalign could be for you. Invisalign does have a range specific to young people and this can be beneficial for those seeking treatment in their younger years.

At Archway Dental Surgery, we want you to be happy with your smile and if you’re not feeling that way, head over to us and we can help give you a little bit of what you need!

Here at Archway Dental Surgery, we are a family practice that has been established since 1983 and over the years, we’ve moved with the times. For patients with misaligned teeth, we offer a treatment option that is a discreet, convenient and comfortable method of realigning teeth thanks to iTero technology and Invisalign. It is suitable for those with mild to moderate alignment issues and can be a welcome alternative to fixed metal braces.

How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign is a popular treatment because it is not a fixed brace. Instead, we use removable clear plastic aligners that sit over the teeth and apply pressure to move them into the targeted position. The aligners are made to fit your mouth precisely using iTero technology to scan your teeth and from which the measurements are taken. With this scan, we can also show you a 3D animation of how your teeth will appear after treatment has been completed before you even get started on your Invisalign journey! It can be a highly motivating undertaking and you won’t even have to come and see us too often! We will provide you with batches of aligners to change between on a weekly basis; all you will need to do is pop in for a checkup every 6 weeks. With our free parking and convenient location, we’re always ready to give you a warm welcome.

Tell me more about the benefits of choosing Invisalign…

One of the top attractions of Invisalign is arguably the fact that when you wear the aligners they are barely noticeable to other people. Unless you have someone who loves staring at your teeth for long periods of time – and in which case, maybe enforce some social distancing! – they should even be invisible. If you desperately don’t want someone to potentially see you wearing your aligners, you can also remove them for up to 2 hours a day. You can also remove them when you eat and drink, as well as when you brush your teeth. This means that you can also maintain your brushing and flossing routine, and keep your teeth in tip-top condition. So, whether you want to skip, ski or play chess, whatever you are doing you can choose whether you want to wear your aligners or not. The choice is yours – we’re not the boss of you!

How do I get Invisalign?

Invisalign in Cornwall is a treatment that may be right for you. To find out if it is, the best thing to do is to come and see us here at Archway Dental Surgery and we can have an initial consultation to examine your mouth and discuss your treatment options together. We may need to take x-rays of your mouth to ascertain what would be best for your teeth and we will discuss the results with you. We will answer any questions you may have about the treatments available and you can make an informed decision about which treatment you would like to proceed with.

So, if you’re keen to improve your smile and make yourself feel amazing, why not come and visit us? Within approximately 6 to 18 months, you could have a fantastic smile and no one should know how you did it – unless you tell them, of course!

When you have misaligned teeth, it may feel like you haven’t got a lot to smile about. Having a smile that’s not one an A-List celebrity sports, or even just what regular people have can lower your self-esteem. It can make you feel self-conscious about relaxing and doing what comes naturally to us ordinarily when we feel happy (or perhaps feel forced to do when we have a camera phone pointed in our direction) smile! Getting the issue sorted may also feel like a tall order if you’re no longer an adolescent and if you are one, you may not fancy having fixed visible braces either. Thankfully, here at Archway Dental Surgery, we have a discreet and convenient method for realigning your smile with Invisalign in Cornwall.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign is a system that utilises plastic aligners that are see-through, so when they are worn over the teeth, only your teeth should be visible. This is why the name echoes ‘invisible’! For teens, there is a special range and for everyone else with their adult teeth, the regular aligners will be used. They are custom-fitted to your mouth because we use iTero technology to scan your mouth to take the exact measurements we need to have your aligners made. From this scan, we can also show you a 3D animation of what your teeth will look like after treatment before you begin.

Once you have your aligners, you will get several sets to switch between on a weekly basis and then you will come to see us for a check up and to receive the next set of aligners. As you wear them, they apply gentle force to your teeth to move them into the desired position.

Why should I consider Invisalign?

Invisalign offers flexibility for you because the aligners may be removed for up to 2 hours a day. This means that you can take them out when you are eating and this allows you to also brush and floss as normal, avoiding any further issues with oral hygiene, which can sometimes occur with fixed braces. It also means that if you’re not in the mood and want a little respite from wearing them, you can have it! Furthermore, while you are wearing your aligners, nobody should realise that you are wearing them.

Another major benefit of Invisalign is the fact that the aligners are very difficult to break, unlike more traditional braces that have wires and brackets. The plastic is durable and hardwearing. They should also be comfortable to wear as they have been made bespoke for your mouth.

What sorts of issues can Invisalign treat?

Invisalign can be used for issues such as crossbites, under and overbites, crowded or gapped teeth. To find out if this is the right treatment for you, all you need to do is come and see our friendly and professional team at Archway Dental Surgery for an initial consultation and we will be able to discuss your treatment plan with you. In 6 to 18 months on average with Invisalign, you could be smiling like an A-lister too!

Invisalign is a modern, discreet and effective method of teeth straightening that has become highly popular amongst adults for correcting the aesthetic issues of their smiles. If you suffer from crooked teeth, protruding teeth or gapped teeth and it affects the way you feel about your smile, then you need to speak to us at the Archway Dental Surgery and find out how Invisalign in Cornwall can help address these issues and beautify your smile. Invisalign in Cornwall is a cosmetic dentistry treatment option that has helped improve millions of smiles across the world over the last 20 years. It is a significantly convenient alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment for those who suffer from minor or moderate aesthetic dental issues.

If you have undergone traditional orthodontic treatment when you were younger but feel like your teeth are not as straight as they used to be, then you can find out how Invisalign in Cornwall can improve your smile. If you have not undergone orthodontic treatment but are thinking about addressing the aesthetic issues of your teeth, then Invisalign could be a suitable treatment choice for you. We understand that most adults are reluctant to undergo traditional orthodontic treatment using metal dental braces, so Invisalign provides a comfortable and almost invisible alternative to this.

How does Invisalign work?

Our dentist will first need to make sure that you have healthy teeth and gums and that there are no underlying dental issues that may be affected by moving your teeth. Any dental issues will be addressed prior to treatment with Invisalign. Our dentist may recommend that you visit our hygienist for a professional clean of your teeth to remove any excess plaque and tartar before you begin the treatment process.

To begin with, we will need to carry out a three-dimensional scan of your teeth, which will be sent to the Invisalign laboratory to create your Invisalign aligners. The technicians from Invisalign will use the scan results to create a three-dimensional image of your teeth to show you how they will look following successful treatment with Invisalign. The technicians will also use these results to manufacture your aligners. This process can take up to 4 weeks, but once they are ready, you can pick up the full series from the dentist and begin the process immediately. This ensures that they are highly precise and accurate, providing comfort and predictable results.

Invisalign aligners are made up of clear thermoplastic and comfortable to wear. Each aligner must be worn for approximately two weeks at a time for 22 hours a day; this may vary slightly depending on your prescription. You may need to have small, clear attachments placed on the surface of some of your teeth to help hold the aligners in place more securely and comfortably. These attachments are invisible and will eventually wear away from the surface of your teeth.

The number of aligners needed to correct dental misalignment varies from patient to patient; however, the average treatment time with Invisalign ranges from 6 to 12 months. Speak to us at Archway Dental Surgery today to find out more.

Over the last two decades, Invisalign in Cornwall has become a highly popular method of correcting the aesthetic issues of teeth. In previous generations, traditional orthodontic braces, also known as metal dental braces, were the only way of addressing misalignment issues on the teeth. Thanks to significant advances in dental technology, there are now many different treatment options available. So, by speaking to our dentist here at Archway Dental Surgery, you can find out about the different types of braces that are available for correcting issues with the aesthetics of your teeth.

There are many factors that may affect the way you feel about your smile. Crooked teeth, protruding teeth, overlapping teeth, overcrowded teeth and gaps in the teeth can heavily influence the way you feel about your smile. This may affect your self-confidence and prevent you from smiling as much as you would like to. By addressing these problems with your teeth, you will be able to boost your self-confidence and smile more happily and freely, which will have a positive impact on your mental well-being as well as your overall general health.

By correcting the misalignment issues of your teeth, you will also promote better oral health. This is because your teeth can be cleaned better when they are aligned neatly as there would be fewer hard-to-reach areas for plaque and tartar to build up. Therefore, there would be less chance of developing dental problems such as cavities and tooth decay.

If you would like to address the aesthetic issues of your teeth then you need to speak to us at Archway Dental Surgery today and find out more about Invisalign and how it can help improve the appearance of your smile and promote better oral health.

Invisalign in Cornwall is a popular alternative to orthodontic metal braces because it uses clear thermoplastic aligners that are not only highly discreet but also very comfortable to wear. They work by applying gradual pressure to your teeth to move them into the preferred position. The aligners themselves need to be worn for approximately 22 hours a day but they can be taken out and replaced as necessary. This makes them significantly more convenient than traditional braces, which need to be fixed to the surface of the teeth.

Aligners do not affect your eating habits as they can be removed before mealtimes. Also, by taking them out of your mouth, you can clean both your teeth and your aligner thoroughly. As they are made out of clear plastic, the aligners are almost invisible when worn; therefore, they will not affect your self-confidence, and you will not have to worry about drawing any unwanted attention to your teeth. Speak to our dental team at Archway Dental Surgery today to find out more about Invisalign in Cornwall, and we will put together a tailored treatment plan for you. Within approximately four weeks, you will have a series of aligners for you to begin the treatment process. Start your journey to a happy healthy smile with our help.

If you have been daydreaming about transforming your smile, then speak to us at Archway Dental Surgery. Invisalign is a highly popular method of teeth straightening that has been taken up by approximately 10 million patients around the world over the last two decades since it was introduced. It is an alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment that is highly recommended by dentists worldwide. If you are looking to correct the misalignment issues of your teeth, then Invisalign in Cornwall may be a suitable treatment option for you.

If you have extensive misalignment issues, then you may wish to speak to our dentist here at Archery Dental Surgery to find out about a combined treatment with Invisalign in Cornwall. This may include using traditional orthodontic braces for a short period to begin the movement of your teeth, followed by a course of Invisalign in Cornwall. If you have moderate or minor imperfections in your teeth, then find out about Invisalign as a treatment option today.

How does Invisalign work?

Similar to all orthodontic treatments, Invisalign involves moving the position of your teeth; therefore, you must have good oral health and healthy teeth and gums. Here at Archway Dental Surgery, our dentist will carry out a comprehensive examination of your teeth and gums, making sure that you have no underlying dental issues and that your teeth are clean and ready for treatment. If we find that you do have some dental problems, then these will be treated prior to beginning the Invisalign treatment. Moreover, if we feel that your teeth need to be professionally cleaned, then we will advise you to book an appointment with our hygienist to remove any excess plaque and tartar that may be lingering around your teeth.

Once you are ready for Invisalign, our dentist will carry out a three-dimensional scan of your teeth, which will be sent to the Invisalign technicians. The technicians will create a three-dimensional simulation of how your teeth may look following successful treatment with Invisalign. So, if you and our dentist are satisfied with these results, a series of clear thermoplastic aligners will be created for you to help achieve that result.

Invisalign is popular because of the comfort and discretion that its aligners can provide. In comparison to traditional orthodontic braces, Invisalign aligners are almost invisible and draw no attention to your mouth, so you can carry out your treatment with confidence and ease. As they are manufactured using the scan results, the aligners can be highly accurate and therefore very comfortable to wear.

Each aligner is designed to be worn for approximately two weeks at a time and will shift the position of your teeth by up to 0.25 mm, after which you move onto the next aligner in the series. The aligners need to be kept in your mouth for approximately 22 hours a day, and by visiting our dentist in between, you can make sure that the treatment process is coming along successfully.

Speak to us at Archway Dental Surgery today and find out more about Invisalign.