Invisalign aligners are custom made and fitted for each patient. Some experience minor discomfort, however this is normal and any discomfort usually goes away within a couple of days of inserting the new aligner. OTC pain medication can offer relief from any strong pain that might occur in rare cases.

Some people may find their speech slightly affected after getting Invisalign. This uncommon side-effect goes away quickly once their mouth adjusts to the Invisalign aligners.

The cost of Invisalign treatment will be tailored to your individual needs.

Following your consultation, you will receive a comprehensive quote detailing all anticipated costs before proceeding. You will therefore be completely aware of fees for all treatment, appointments and aligners for the duration of your Invisalign experience.

At Northwick Park the treatment will be carried out by one of our registered specialist orthodontists with sufficient Invisalign training. They will assess your suitability for Invisalign and perform your treatment. You can have complete confidence in the care you receive and the final outcome.

Aligners should be worn all the time – day and night – with the exception of when you remove them to eat, brush and floss your teeth.

Yes. Most people who have had orthodontic treatment and are not completely happy are eligible for Invisalign treatment. In many cases the treatment is shorter and cheaper.

You will need to visit your orthodontist every six to eight weeks for a progress review and to collect your next set of aligners. The cost of these appointments is included in your treatment plan.

Replacement aligners can be purchased. Please contact reception for further details and costs.

Not at all. Because you remove the aligners to eat, you can eat whatever you like. We do recommend you brush and floss your teeth after each meal before reinserting the aligners.

The vast majority of patients report no effect at all on their speech. However, as with traditional orthodontic appliances, having something new in your mouth brings an initial adjustment period.

We treat all complaints in confidence and see them as an opportunity to improve our service. Please ask for the manager, or express your concerns in writing addressed to the practice manager. We hope that you will use our Practice Complaints Procedure. We believe this will provide the best chance of putting right whatever has gone wrong and an opportunity to improve our practice. You may also contact england.contactus@nhs.net with “For the attention of the complaints team” in the subject line or make a complaint with the General Dental Council (37 Wimpole Street, London W1G 8DQ) at www.contactus-gdc-uk.org/Complaint/Process. You may also complain by contacting the Care Quality Commission at CQC National Customer Service Centre, Citygate, Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4PA.