Invisalign in Surrey

Treatment duration varies depending on the complexity of the case. Most adult patients complete Invisalign in 6 to 18 months. Milder cases — such as minor spacing or crowding — may be resolved in as few as 3 to 6 months with shorter Invisalign packages. More complex bite corrections typically take longer.

At your consultation, Dr Bravi uses a 3D scan to model your proposed tooth movements, which gives a clearer indication of your likely treatment timeline from the outset — so you are not committing to treatment without a realistic sense of how long it will take.

No — one of the key advantages of Invisalign Surrey is that the aligners are fully removable. You take them out to eat and drink, which means there are no dietary restrictions whatsoever. You can eat whatever you like, provided you brush your teeth and clean your aligners before putting them back in.

To achieve the expected result, aligners should be worn for 20 to 22 hours per day. Reducing wear time below this slows tooth movement and can affect your outcome and overall treatment duration.

Both approaches move teeth effectively, but they differ in visibility, comfort, and suitability. Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible, removable, and typically cause less irritation to the cheeks and gums than metal or ceramic brackets and wires. Fixed braces, however, are non-negotiable in terms of compliance — they work continuously regardless of how long you wear them.

Invisalign Surrey is highly effective for mild to moderate misalignment, spacing, and crowding, and is well suited to adults who require discretion. For more severe malocclusion or complex tooth movements, fixed appliances may give a more predictable outcome. We are transparent about which approach best suits your case at consultation — we will only recommend Invisalign if it is genuinely appropriate for your teeth.

Yes — aligners can be removed for photographs, presentations, or social occasions. Occasional short periods without aligners will not significantly affect your treatment, provided your overall daily wear time remains at 20 to 22 hours.

Frequent or prolonged removal will slow your progress and may require additional aligner stages, so we recommend treating removal as the exception rather than the habit.

Invisalign is suitable for most adults with mild to moderate orthodontic concerns, including crowded teeth, spacing, overbite, underbite, crossbite, and open bite — subject to clinical assessment. It is not always the most appropriate solution for severe skeletal discrepancies or complex bite issues that require surgical orthodontic intervention.

Thames Dental & Skin is an Invisalign Elite Provider, which reflects the volume and breadth of cases we treat. At your consultation, a 3D smile scan (complimentary and worth £150) will give us — and you — a clear picture of what Invisalign can achieve in your case.

Yes — and this combination is increasingly popular. Invisalign first corrects the position and alignment of the teeth, and once treatment is complete, composite bonding or porcelain veneers can be used to refine the shape, size, and colour of individual teeth. This approach gives a comprehensive cosmetic result that neither treatment alone could achieve as effectively.

Composite bonding or veneers are always placed after Invisalign is completed — applying restorations before alignment would require them to be replaced once tooth positions change. Dr Bravi will help you plan the optimal sequence and timing at your consultation.

Invisalign does not typically cause the same kind of sharp discomfort associated with traditional braces, but most patients experience some pressure or aching when they move to a new set of aligners — usually for 24 to 48 hours as the teeth begin to adjust. This is a sign that the aligners are working.

Mild discomfort is generally manageable with standard over-the-counter pain relief if needed. The aligners themselves have smooth, trimmed edges and rarely cause irritation to the soft tissues of the mouth.

In most cases, no. The majority of UK dental insurance policies do not cover adult cosmetic or elective orthodontic treatment, including Invisalign. Some comprehensive dental plans may offer a contribution towards orthodontic costs — we recommend checking your policy wording directly with your insurer before your consultation.

At Thames Dental & Skin, 0% finance is available, which allows the cost of Invisalign treatment to be spread over a set period without interest charges. Full pricing is discussed transparently at consultation.

Yes — wearing a retainer after completing Invisalign treatment is essential. Once the aligners have moved your teeth into the desired position, the bone and ligaments around the teeth need time to stabilise. Without a retainer, teeth will gradually drift back towards their original position.

Most patients are provided with clear, removable retainers to wear at night long term. In some cases, a fixed wire retainer bonded to the back of the teeth is recommended. Retainer advice is given as part of your Invisalign treatment plan.

Yes — Thames Dental & Skin is based in Thames Ditton, Surrey, and provides Invisalign treatment for patients from Kingston upon Thames, Esher, Surbiton, Walton-on-Thames, Molesey, Hinchley Wood, and Long Ditton. As an Invisalign Elite Provider, we treat a wide range of cases and regularly welcome patients who have been unable to find an experienced provider locally.

Your consultation includes a complimentary 3D smile scan worth £150, so you can see a simulation of your proposed outcome before making any commitment. Please contact us to book.