Healthy teeth first.
Decay and gum disease are treated before teeth are moved.
Braces and Invisalignin Croydon.
Orthodontic treatment for teens and adults from our general dentists: fixed braces, usually one to three years, or Invisalign clear aligners, removable trays that straighten teeth, often 12 to 18 months. Your written quote includes retainers.
This product is not available for purchase by the general public.
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Two ways to straighten teeth.
Many people could have either. Your dentist will tell you which suits your teeth.
Braces or Invisalign?
| Braces | Invisalign clear aligners | |
|---|---|---|
| How they work | Brackets bonded to your teeth, joined by a wire your dentist adjusts | Clear trays; a new set about every two weeks |
| Can you see them? | Metal shows; tooth-coloured ceramic is harder to see | Hard to see |
| Removable? | No | Yes, to eat, drink anything but water, and brush |
| Wear time | All the time, fixed | 20 to 22 hours a day |
| Usual treatment time | One to three years | Often 12 to 18 months |
| Visits | Regular adjustments | Regular check-ups |
| Food | Avoid hard, sticky and chewy food | No limits, with trays out |
| Suits | Larger movements and bite problems | Mild to moderate crowding or gaps |
Your dentist will tell you which suits your teeth, and quote the whole treatment including retainers.
Invisalign: clear aligners used to straighten teeth. This product is not available for purchase by the general public.
How we approach it.
The right option for your teeth.
Some cases suit aligners, others need braces. We tell you which, and why.
A referral when it’s complex.
If your teeth need more than we provide, we tell you and refer you.
The whole cost up front.
A written quote that includes retainers, before treatment starts.
3D scans.
A digital scan of your teeth helps us plan your treatment.
Retainers are part of it.
Teeth tend to move back, so we plan for keeping them straight.
Before and after.
Before and after treatment at Dental Spot.
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Individual results vary. Your dentist can discuss what’s appropriate for you.
View the galleryStart with what you’ve noticed.
You don’t need to know which treatment you want.
- My teeth are crowded or crooked.Braces or aligners, depending on how much they need to move.
- There are gaps between my teeth.Small gaps often suit aligners.
- My bite doesn’t meet properly.Overbites, underbites and crossbites often need braces.
- I’d rather it didn’t show.Clear aligners or tooth-coloured braces.
- My teeth moved after braces.Often from not wearing a retainer. A short course of treatment may help.
What it costs.
Braces and aligners are priced once your dentist has planned your treatment. You get a written quote, including retainers, before anything starts.
Health funds and claiming.
Some extras policies include orthodontic cover, often with a lifetime limit and a waiting period. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule doesn’t cover orthodontic treatment.
Costs and health fundsWho you’ll see.
Braces and aligners are provided by our general dentists. Dr Amanda Zhong, dentist, is a registered Invisalign Go provider: the manufacturer’s program for general dentists, which isn’t a dental qualification.
Questions we’re
often asked.
Something else on your mind? Ask us on the phone, or leave your number and we’ll call.
Request a callbackBraces or Invisalign?
Both straighten teeth. Braces are fixed and can handle larger movements. Clear aligners are removable and harder to see, but only work if you wear them most of the day. Your dentist will tell you which suits your teeth.
How long does straightening take?
Often one to three years with braces, and 12 to 18 months with aligners. It depends on how much your teeth need to move.
Am I too old to straighten my teeth?
No. Adults can have braces or aligners if their teeth and gums are healthy.
Do I need a retainer afterwards?
Yes. Teeth tend to move back after treatment, so a retainer is part of it, and its cost is in your quote.
Can a general dentist do braces?
Yes. General dentists can provide orthodontic treatment within their training, and ours do. If your teeth need more complex treatment than we provide, we tell you and refer you.
How much do braces or Invisalign cost?
It depends on how much your teeth need to move and how long that takes. You get a written quote for the whole treatment, retainers included, before anything starts. Extras cover with orthodontics may pay part, usually up to a lifetime limit.
Will my health fund help?
If your extras cover includes orthodontics, you may get a rebate, often up to a lifetime limit and after a waiting period. Ask your fund with the item numbers from your quote.
Read more in our patient guides.
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