Your First Step to a Straighter Smile: What Happens at Your Teeth Straightening Consultation?

 
 
 

A perfect smile is a highly personalised result, and your initial teeth straightening consultation is where that bespoke plan is born. This isn't a one-size-fits-all appointment; it's a focused session where the dental professional assesses your specific oral structure, discusses your lifestyle, and determines which method—be it traditional braces, clear aligners, or another approach—will deliver your best possible outcome. To help you prepare for this crucial first meeting, we’ll walk you through the diagnostic steps and important discussions that will shape the future of your smile.

What happens during the consultation.

Your first appointment is with our dedicated Treatment Coordinator. They will kick things off by taking detailed clinical photographs and performing a quick 3D scan of your mouth. This scan is used to create a personalised orthodontic simulation so you can see your potential results. Most importantly, the Treatment Coordinator is there to answer all your questions about the process and guide you through what comes next.

The orthodontic simulation.

An orthodontic simulation is a sophisticated digital preview, created using the data from your 3D scan, that allows us to virtually plan every micro-movement of your teeth. Essentially, it's a precise, computer-generated animation of your entire treatment journey, from your current smile to the final result. By meticulously charting the path and timing of each movement required, the simulation provides a calculation of the expected treatment duration. This personalised roadmap gives us the high-level certainty needed to set realistic time expectations for achieving your new smile.

What happens next?

Before we can officially arrange or start any teeth straightening treatment, it is a legal requirement that a dentist sees you for a full dental check-up to confirm you are dental fit. Once that clearance is secured and you're happy to proceed with your plan, we'll collect a deposit and order your custom aligners. Please keep in mind that the manufacturing process for these personalised aligners typically takes approximately 4 weeks.

Here are 7 quick facts about ClearCorrect to help you understand the treatment:

  • Minimum Wear: You must wear the aligners for 20–22 hours per day.

  • Aesthetic: They are made from virtually invisible ClearQuartz™ material.

  • Removable: Aligners must be removed for all eating and drinking (except water).

  • Material: ClearCorrect is made from a safe, BPA-free, medical-grade plastic.

  • Design Feature: The high, flat trimline over the gums is designed for stronger, more accurate tooth movement.

  • Duration: The average treatment timeline is typically between 6 and 18 months.

  • Scope: Effective for correcting mild to moderate spacing, crowding, and bite issues.

Ready to see your simulation? Don't wait any longer to begin your journey to a straighter smile. Book your FREE teeth straightening consultation today by calling 01444 440123 and take the first step toward the confident smile you've always wanted.

Sooki Reeves