Clear Braces

Clear Braces are designed to have minimal disruption to everyday life. The clear braces used are not bulky and will have minimal disruption to your appearance. Some patients have said that they went through treatment without anyone noticing.

Unlike traditional orthodontic braces, consisting of wires and brackets, you are able to eat most things during treatment. Naturally your teeth may be a little sensitive during treatment, so we recommend you avoid eating "hard" materials. You will remove your clear braces when it comes to eating, so you will be to consume your favourite foods or drinks. Good oral hygiene is key and we recommend you brush and floss your teeth after each meal before re-inserting your aligner.

You need to wear your aligners (clear braces) at all times during treatment apart from when eating, brushing or flossing teeth. The more you wear them the treatment quicker the treatment can take to complete. We recognise that you will want to remove them for special occasions or important meetings, but they should be replaced as soon as practicably possible.

Some patients may experience temporary, minor discomfort for the first few days at the beginning of each new stage of the treatment. This is completely normal for all orthodontic treatment and is actually a sign that the clear braces are working.  As your teeth gradually move, any slight discomfort typically goes after a few days. On rare occasions, patients may resort to an over the counter painkiller such as paracetamol or ibruprofen.  Always read the patient information leaflet that comes with your medicine and if you have any questions, ask your pharmacist for advice.