Am I a good candidate for Invisalign?

If you need teeth straightening, you may be afraid that you’re going to get stuck with unsightly and uncomfortable metal braces in your mouth. Luckily, Invisalign has revolutionised teeth straightening in many ways. This relatively new teeth straightening technique consists of a series of custom-made, removable aligners that help move your teeth into their right position.

invisalign-in-londonInvisalign is ideal for almost anyone who wants to straighten their teeth without disrupting their daily routine; however, there are several factors that need to be taken into consideration before making a final decision. Our London dentist, Dr Graham Tinkler, will help you decide whether Invisalign is the right option for you.

Dr Graham Tinkler – an Invisalign veteran

A leading Invisalign dentist in London, Dr Graham Tinkler is passionate about helping people get the smile they have always wanted. He was one of the first UK-based dentists to receive his unique Platinum Elite status for Invisalign treatment in 2006 and he has treated thousands of patients to date. As a matter of fact, he has successfully treated numerous patients who were previously refused treatment by other dental practices.

How do I know if Invisalign is right for me?

In order to determine whether Invisalign is the right option for you, you need to ask yourself some key questions. Firstly, it is important to know what you want to fix and how severe your misalignment is. While Invisalign is ideal for gapped and crowded teeth, overbites, underbites and crossbites, it cannot always help with very severe cases of tooth misalignment that require shifting the jaw.

At the same time, while Invisalign is great for older teenagers and adults, it is not ideal for young teenagers and children. This is because the latter have not fully developed their adult teeth. Finally, because Invisalign is removable, it requires constant commitment. This is because the aligners have to be worn at least 22 hours per day in order to be effective. While this may not be an issue for most adults, some teenagers may find it hard to maintain the required discipline.

Generally speaking, Invisalign is an exciting prospect for people who want to fix their teeth discreetly. If you are looking for an Invisalign dentist in London, Dr Graham Tinkler should be your first call.