Invisalign assessment

An assessment to find out whether removable clear aligners are suitable for your teeth and bite.

Clear aligner demonstrated on a dental model
  1. Before

    Bring any current brace or retainer and tell the orthodontic team what you would like to change.

  2. During

    Ask what will happen at this visit, what the appliance does and what the plan involves between appointments.

  3. After

    Confirm how to look after the appliance and when to return. Ask whom to contact if it breaks or no longer fits.

Clinicians

Technology

  • iTero Element Plus Mobile

    Intraoral scanner

    Records the shape of your teeth so the orthodontic team can plan the movements for your aligners.

FAQs

Can aligners correct any bite?

Some tooth movements suit fixed braces or another approach better. The orthodontist can explain which options apply to you.

Braces
What if an aligner is lost or stops fitting?

Contact the orthodontic team. They can advise whether to keep wearing an aligner, bring it in or adjust the plan.

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Further reading

Assessment and alternatives

Your clinician will ask what you want to change and check your teeth, gums and bite. A scan or other records can help plan the tooth movements. Some movements are better managed with fixed braces or another approach.

What to discuss before deciding

Ask how much daily wear the aligners would need, what to do if they stop fitting and how the team will check progress. Discuss what retainers and follow-up will be needed.