It varies with each case — some are complete in a few months, others take longer. You’ll get a realistic estimate at your assessment, once we’ve seen your teeth.
At Face Studio Clinic, we use Invisalign® and clear aligners to gently move your teeth into a straighter, more comfortable position — whether you want to close a gap, ease crowding, or lay the foundation for a full smile makeover.
Unlike fixed metal braces, Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners that are discreet enough to wear through work, family life and everything in between. Many of our patients go on to combine aligners with professional whitening or composite bonding to complete their smile, and because we straighten first, we can often keep that finishing work as conservative as possible.
Book your complimentary consultation and see how clear aligners could work for your smile.
Straightening teeth is only part of the picture: We plan your treatment around your bite and your facial features, so your smile looks balanced and functions comfortably for years to come.
A free consultation to start: Your journey begins with a complimentary chat with one of our experienced Treatment Coordinators. We’ll listen to your concerns, answer your questions and explain your options before arranging a clinical assessment with one of our dentists.
A proper bite assessment: Straight teeth don’t always mean a healthy bite. Before treatment begins, we check how your teeth meet, so your new smile is comfortable as well as good-looking — and a stable foundation for any cosmetic work later.
Digital smile planning: Using digital scanning, we map out how your teeth will move and show you a visual guide to your likely result, so you can picture where treatment is heading before you begin. (Simulations are a guide only; individual results vary.)
Conservative by default: We only recommend cosmetic work you’ll genuinely benefit from, and we aim to preserve healthy tooth structure wherever possible.
Flexible finance: Interest-free options let you spread the cost of treatment.
Clear aligners are a modern orthodontic treatment that uses a series of custom-made, transparent trays to straighten teeth without fixed braces. Each set is worn for around one to two weeks before you move to the next, gradually guiding your teeth into position.
Because the aligners are removable, you can eat what you like, brush and floss normally, and go about daily life with far less disruption than traditional braces. They’re discreet enough to wear through work and social occasions, which makes them a popular choice for adults and teenagers alike. Invisalign® is the best-known brand of clear aligner, and we’ll recommend the system best suited to your individual case at your consultation.
One of the most common questions we hear is whether you need Invisalign before composite bonding. The honest answer is: it depends on your smile.
Some patients get a lovely result from bonding alone. But if teeth are crowded, rotated or misaligned, straightening them first usually gives a more natural and predictable outcome — and lets us:
We believe the best cosmetic dentistry is often the treatment you don’t need. For some patients, aligners alone are enough. For others, a combination of aligners, whitening and a little bonding creates the ideal finish. Either way, our goal is to avoid removing healthy tooth structure unnecessarily.
Crowded teeth is a condition where you do not have enough room for your teeth to fit normally. This can cause plaque or tartar and other harmful bacteria to build up as it is harder for you to brush and floss well.
Gaps between teeth is when there is extra space between two or more of your teeth. This can cause pockets between your teeth and gums and can cause food to get stuck making them tender and sore. This might also lead to gum disease.
An underbite is when you close your mouth and your lower front teeth are in front of your upper teeth. In many cases, this is actually a problem with your lower jaw being too far forward. An underbite can make it hard to chew properly and speak clearly, and it might cause your teeth to wear down more quickly.
An Open bite is when your upper and lower teeth don't touch when you close your mouth. An open bite can make it hard for you to chew or difficult to bite even the most common of food like apples.
An overbite is when your upper front teeth overlap with your lower front teeth. Most people have at least a little overbite. When your overbite is too large, your doctor might tell you you have a deep bite. This can cause problems, from your teeth wearing down to pain in your jaw.
A crossbite is when you close your mouth and yet some of your upper teeth are sitting inside your lower teeth rather than on the outside. A crossbite can make your teeth wear down or chip. It can also make your gums start to recede or make little notches above your gum line. This kind of damage can lead to painful gum problems or even bone loss.
