Clear Aligners
If your teeth feel crowded, crooked or uneven, clear aligners can gently move them into a straighter position – without the need for metal braces.
What are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are a series of transparent trays made to fit your teeth. Over the course of your customised treatment plan, you will change these trays regularly as your smile gradually shifts into place. Because they are removable, you can eat your favourite foods and brush as normal, which makes clear aligners especially popular with adults and older teenagers.
How long does treatment last?
Treatment length varies depending on the case, but many people complete their smile journey in under a year.
Clear aligners are a comfortable and discreet way to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted.
Benefits of Clear Aligners
Find your local Alpha Dental Care practice offering Clear Aligners treatment across the United Kingdom.
Clear Aligner FAQ's
How long does it take for treatment to straighten teeth?
How long your clear aligner treatment will take varies depending on your individual case. Simpler cases (minor crowding or spacing) are generally finished in 2–6 months, while more involved alignment or bite corrections can take 12–18+ months.
Are clear aligners painful or uncomfortable to wear?
You may feel mild pressure, tightness, or soreness in the first few days after switching to a new tray – this is normal as your teeth adjust. Severe pain, however, is uncommon, and if it persists you should reach out to your dentist or orthodontist.
What’s the difference between clear aligners and traditional braces?
Clear aligners are removable and almost invisible, so you can eat and brush as normal. Traditional braces are fixed to your teeth, which makes them more noticeable.