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My Story By Dr Ricky Adams B.D.S
system, software and treatment in more detail and decide if
Invisalign is a suitable option. If we are happy that Invisalign
is the right option, we will assess which Invisalign products
are best suited for the patient’s needs. Each initial
assessment is followed up with a written estimate for
treatment and details of available payment plan options
which includes, for the first time, interest free finance.
My Story By Dr Ricky Adams B.D.S
Reminiscing on my teen years and remembering that
awkward metal smile is a memory that I, and many others,
share.
Like many adults and teenagers alike, I wanted straighter
teeth and, back then, options were limited. I mean, there was
always the option of cutting back my teeth for crowns or
veneers even for many adults, this sounds like an extreme
measure and for a teenager, simply not an option. Plan B?
Braces!
Train tracks were the bane of my teen days. I avoided smiling
for two years (well the ‘Jaws’ look certainly isn’t going to win
any beauty contests!) – not because I was a ‘typical moody
teenager’, but because of those dreaded ‘train tracks’!
I didn’t enjoy wearing them, to say the least, and I certainly
didn’t miss them when they were gone! Whilst having them
gave me the gift of a straight smile, the journey there was a
struggle and I almost felt like I sacrificed 2 years of my life to
get there.
15 years on and I'm a General and Cosmetic Dentist at our
North London dental practice in Southgate and I can safely
say, I am thankful the train track days are gone!
Today it’s all New Dentistry. I have so many brilliant treatment
options for my patients which means they don’t have to
experience the struggles of the old ‘train tracks’ that I and
many others had no option but to accept as our only hope.
Nowadays there are many products and services available for
patients to improve their smile but - in terms of straightening
teeth and orthodontics - nothing has revolutionised the
dental industry like Invisalign, in my opinion.
We’ve been providing Invisalign for our patients as a clear,
more harmonious alternative to braces for many years now.
The feed back has been overwhelmingly positive, our patients
love the product, the way it looks and feels and most of all
the results have been amazing.
How it works
Orthodontics work by putting pressure on the teeth to move
them. If you, or anyone you know, have ever experienced the
joy of fixed or 'train track' braces, it’s likely you’ll have heard of
‘having the wires tightened’. In effect, using a pair of pliers and
tightening the wire to spread pressure over the brackets and
onto the teeth, hence moving them. It is about as unpleasant
and uncomfortable as it sounds. I can vouch for that!
If at this stage you wish to go ahead with the treatment, the
next step is the Invisalign Records Appointment*. During this
visit the patient will have a full dental examination (including
any necessary x-rays), facial and dental clinical photos.
Moulds will be taken of your teeth and shipped to the
Invisalign laboratory where your impressions will be scanned
to create a 3D representation of your teeth. Personal service
at its best!
Invisalign is completely different – it’s an American branded
product, created as a clear alternative to braces for adults
who want a straighter, more beautiful smile but without the
disadvantages and interference caused by fixed train track
braces.
Invisalign works by creating a series of clear aligners; the first
one is created in the exact position your teeth are in now, and
the last one in the final position we want the teeth to end up
in. There are aligners throughout the process, each one in a
position a step slightly closer to the end result we want to
achieve. The patient is in control of changing their aligner,
moving on to the next step every two weeks – and this is done
in the comfort of the patient’s home. Each aligner places
gentle pressure on teeth, moving them into their new
position. It’s that simple!
3d Scanning and digital smile design technology
As always, whenever there is something good in the market,
there are lots of copy cats who try and reproduce the product
in a similar but cheaper way. So, as expected, there are a
number of products and services on the market trying to copy
Invisalign. But, what none of them have is the Invisalign
ClinCheck software – which is truly invaluable.
From here, we’ll work alongside the Invisalign team to plan
your treatment and create a digital smile design for you. You
will receive a video of your tailored treatment plan via email,
explaining and how long your treatment should take, how
we will move the teeth and, most excitingly, what they will
look like at the end of the process. This gives you the chance
to make (as many) changes to your treatment if you wish.
At this stage you're still not obligated to anything and, if you
decide Invisalign is not for you, you can walk away. However,
if at this stage you realise how Invisalign could benefit you
and you want to start treatment, once you have approved
your treatment plan, it’s time to get started on your journey
to a beautiful smile.
*The cost of the Records Appointment is £350 - if patients
choose to go ahead with any of the Invisalign treatments;
this cost will be deducted from the final quoted cost, as a
first instalment
Invisalign ClinCheck software produces an exact 3D model of
your teeth, showing you step-by-step (aligner-by-aligner) the
journey your teeth will take from a crooked to a beautiful
smile. The software also gives you the opportunity to review
and decide the best result, before going ahead with the
fabrication of your aligners – giving you the smile that you
truly want!
Patients are offered a free initial assessment, where we will
assess each case on an individual basis, explain the Invisalign
Dr Ricky Adams B.D.S
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Treatment prices include
• All visits
• Full Dental assesment (normal price £100), including all x-rays, colour
photographs, new patient dental and facial examination and treatment planning.
• Full Invisalign records, including 3D video imaging of your proposed treatment
BEFORE you make your final decision!
• Professional teeth whitening
• Routine dental check-ups for the duration of your invisalign treatment.
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Terms and conditions - Appointments for Invisalign records and continuing Invisalign treatment are held on Saturdays only (with the exception of emergencies). All Invisalign records appointments must be completed prior to July1st
A £35 refundable deposit is required to reserve your appointments, we request 72hrs notice to rearrange or cancel an appointment and should you fail to do so a cancellation charge of the full amount of your deposit will be made.
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