Invisalign and Composite Bonding

Case Study

This patient was unhappy with the crowded teeth and the ‘pointy’ canine teeth. There was also an existing discoloured filling on one of the front teeth that she wanted to replace.

She was treated with Invisalign clear braces, teeth whitening and composite bonding to four teeth.

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Would composite bonding alone have worked?

Possibly, but this would have resulted in a poor result. When teeth are very crowded bonding results in very ‘thick’ composite to make the teeth look straight.

HOW LONG DID TREATMENT TAKE?

The teeth straightening took 3 months along with teeth whitening. The bonding was completed in one appointment.

Did this case need retainers?

Yes. All orthodontic treatments need some retainers. This case had a fixed retainer bonded to the teeth and removable clear Vivera retainers

HOW LONG DOES BONDING LAST?

Composite bonding tends to look its best for around 5 years. This can be longer with good care and occasional re-polishing.

Was treatment needed for the lower teeth?

Not in this case. The lower teeth were well aligned and the back teeth were biting well. This can be assessed on a case by case basis.

WHAT WERE THE PAYMENT OPTIONS?

To just pay as you go at each appointment or with a payment plan to spread the cost over 48 months.

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