Straighten your teeth with Smilelign invisible braces
Lots of people want straight teeth, but no one wants to wear train-track style metal braces.
This is especially an issue for adults. When you’re meeting clients at work or trying to build relationships, many people find that wearing metal braces damages their confidence.
The good news is that you don’t need those kinds of braces to make your teeth straight. Smilelign’s clear aligners straighten your teeth in much the same way that traditional braces do. The difference is that the transparent plastic brace system we use is virtually invisible.
CLEAR, INVISIBLE BRACES
Smilelign clear aligners straighten your teeth to give you the smile you’ve always wanted. By using a series of removable braces, Smilelign allows you to smile with confidence.
Traditionally, metal brackets and wires were the only type of braces available for straightening teeth. Thanks to our innovative technology, Smilelign clear braces are virtually invisible, allowing you to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing.
COMFORTABLE
Each aligner is carefully modelled by our skilled technicians using our innovative software, so Smilelign aligners fit your teeth with minimal discomfort.
EASY TO USE
The technical process is taken care of by your orthodontist, meaning all you have to do is wear the aligners and keep them clean.
AFFORDABLE
With costs as low as £1000 for simpler cases, Smilelign is amongst the most affordable teeth straightening treatments available.
CLINICALLY EFFECTIVE
Designed and implemented by skilled dentists and orthodontists, you know that your dental health is in good hands with Smilelign treatment.
INVISIBLE
Made from clear plastic and moulded perfectly to your teeth, you can feel confident knowing your Smilelign aligners are virtually invisible.
HOW DOES SMILELIGN WORK?
A SERIES OF CLEAR BRACES
HOW ALIGNERS MOVE TEETH?
Smilelign consists of a series of virtually invisible braces that are changed every two weeks.
Each aligner is carefully designed specifically for your teeth and moves them in small stages, little by little, week by week, until they have reached the final position prescribed by your dentist.
Treatment can take as little as 12 weeks and depends on the complexity of the tooth movement required. Realistically, most cases are completed within 6-12 months.
With Smilelign, each clear aligner moves your teeth a fraction of a millimetre at a time.
Our technicians use specialised software to meticulously plan your tooth movements. Working from your dentist's prescription, we craft your bespoke treatment plan - and your future smile!
Sent to your dentist, your treatment plan includes: before & after images, an animation showing the movements required, and a set of pre-aligners - designed to see if clear braces are the right for you.
WILL THEY AFFECT MY DAY-TO-DAY LIFE?
Smilelign invisible braces are clear, slimline and comfortable - making them a seamless addition to your lifestyle.
Designed to work with you, you don't need to change what you eat, or when you eat - just remove the aligners, enjoy, and remember to put them back in afterwards.
You also remove the aligners to clean your teeth, meaning that you maintain good oral health without the need for additional hygiene appointments.
Smilelign FAQ's
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How will Invisalign treatment straighten my teeth?Your Invisalign Doctor will create a unique, digital treatment plan that maps out the exact movements of your teeth. Your Invisalign clear aligners are then designed to apply the right amount of force to the right place at the right time based on your plan. Your Invisalign Doctor will be with you every step of the way to monitor your progress and ensure your aligners fit correctly.
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How much does Smilelign cost?It is impossible to provide a fixed price without seeing your teeth, and prices also vary from dentist to dentist. Smilelign can be as low as £1000, but this can increase with case complexity.
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How do clear braces ('aligners') move my teeth?Clear braces work in the same way as traditional braces - by exerting gradual pressure on one or more teeth. At Smilelign, our skilled technician's carefully plan how much each tooth can move - looking at available space, root positioning and bite (how your teeth work together). A series of braces are then planned, each one designed to move your teeth closer to your future smile. Each clear brace gradually moves one or more teeth approximately 0.3mm at a time.
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How do I maintain good oral hygiene?To maintain the best oral hygiene you should brush your teeth as standard (twice a day including flossing a couple of times a week) as well as after eating. This is most important: brushing removes food particles and sugars that can lead to tooth corrosion. A brace prevents the free movement of saliva around the mouth, which, in turn, inhibits the cleaning process aided by the movement of saliva. Equally, the brace requires cleaning. After brushing it is good practice to brush the aligner too - ideally with soap and not toothpaste. Twice a week it is also important to clean the brace with a disinfecting tablet. These can be purchased here.
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How long do I wear my clear braces for?The longer you wear your Smilelign aligners each day, the more effective and quicker your treatment will be. We suggest you aim for 24 hours a day, only removing them to eat and clean them.
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How do I know if Smilelign is right for me?Smilelign are the only clear braces system who allow you to try before you buy. When you visit your Dentist to discuss your treatment plan, you will be presented with your pre-aligners. These are “non active” clear braces, which won’t move your teeth but will allow you to try life wearing Smilelign clear braces before you commit to treatment.
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Can I drink with my brace in?Drinking water whilst wearing your braces is fine. Under no circumstances should you drink carbonated, sugary or acidic drinks such as fresh juice, fizzy drinks and energy drinks as this can lead to corrosion of your teeth. If you need to drink these types of drinks you must remove your clear braces and make sure you clean your teeth and the brace before inserting them back on your teeth.
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Can I drink tea or coffee?Again it is recommended that your Smilelign braces are removed when drinking hot drinks like tea and coffee, not only can it lead to staining of your teeth but the heat can damage the thin plastic of the braces and prevent them working or deform them.
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Can I eat with clear braces in?No! Even really soft foods can damage the plastic when chewing. It is recommended that all drinking and eating is kept to mealtimes when you can remove your braces. If you eat or drink with the aligners in food debris and liquids can become trapped between your teeth and the clear plastic, not only will it look unsightly but it can lead to decay or acid in the fluid can erode the enamel of your teeth. We only recommend drinking still water whilst wearing your clear aligners.
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When do I change my aligner for the next one?We find that Smilelign aligners have achieved their movements within 2 weeks. However, do not move onto the next aligner until the one you are wearing is completely finished and never move on to the next aligner in less than 2 weeks. You should only move onto the next aligner when the aligner can be removed and fitted in easily and there is no pressure felt on any of your teeth and it should also fit perfectly with no obvious gaps or spaces between the aligner and teeth. If the aligner is still extremely tight move back to the previous aligner for another week or two then try the next aligner again. If after a further period it is still tight then we recommend you contact your dentist. If you move on too quickly this will result in treatment taking longer or even worse the teeth can stop moving.
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Does Smilelign offer a guarantee?Smilelign is an effective way of straightening teeth and works similar to traditional methods of orthodontics but largely depends upon a patient’s biology and compliance with treatment. As such, Smilelign as with any orthodontic treatment, cannot guarantee that your teeth will move exactly as predicted. The prescribing orthodontist or dentist is responsible to use their experience and skill to treatment plan and monitor the appropriate treatment as it progresses. If necessary, additional treatment with Smilelign or other forms may be needed. It is essential that appropriate consent is discussed and obtained from the patient prior to starting treatment.