Clear braces use a series of transparent, custom-made plastic aligners to gently move your teeth into the desired position — no brackets, no wires. They are the most discreet way to straighten your teeth, and we use them to treat the majority of orthodontic cases at our Forest Hill practice.
Clear braces use a series of transparent, custom-made plastic aligners to gently move your teeth into the desired position — no brackets, no wires. They are the most discreet way to straighten your teeth, and we use them to treat the majority of orthodontic cases at our Forest Hill practice.
1How clear braces work
Each clear aligner is precisely shaped to apply gentle pressure to your teeth, moving them in stages towards their target position. You change to a new aligner every 1–2 weeks. We start by taking a digital scan of your mouth and showing you a 3D simulation of how your teeth will move and what your final smile will look like.
Treatment normally takes 12–24 months, with quick check-in visits every 6–8 weeks. Small tooth-coloured attachments may be used to help certain teeth move more efficiently.
2Benefits of clear braces
Casual observers can barely notice the aligners
Smooth and comfortable — no sores or sharp wires
Removable — eat what you want and clean teeth normally
No need for adjustments that cause soreness
Suitable for the majority of orthodontic cases
3Treatment options
Comprehensive — full treatment for almost all cases.
Moderate — for moderate cases, typically around 7 months.
Mild — minor misalignment, around 3 months.
Teen — designed specifically for younger patients.
Your treatment journey
From first call to final reveal — your clear braces journey
1
Free consultation
We assess your teeth, discuss goals and confirm clear braces are suitable.
2
Digital scan & plan
A 3D scan shows exactly how your teeth will move — and what the result will look like.
3
Wear your aligners
Each set is worn 20–22 hours a day for 1–2 weeks, then swapped.
4
Refine & retain
Final polish, optional bonding for finishing touches, and retainers fitted.
Your questions, answered
Everything you wanted to know about invisalign
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