September 18, 2025
If your teeth are not as straight as you would like them to be, you may think that traditional braces are your only option. This is not necessarily the case. You may be able to opt for Invisalign treatment instead.In certain cases, Invisalign can be used to straighten teeth. It's a popular choice because it's less intrusive than wearing braces. So, what is Invisalign, and is it suitable for you?
Invisalign is a custom-made aligner for the individual. It consists of a clear plastic tray that is placed over the teeth. The tray is designed to fit perfectly to the teeth of the wearer. The fact that the tray is clear means that it's less intrusive than traditional braces, which are attached to the teeth. The aligner is normally interchanged every two weeks for between 6 and 18 months.The length of treatment depends on how severe the original issue is. If you choose Invisalign treatment, and it's suitable for you, the plastic trays should make no noticeable difference to the appearance of your smile during the treatment period.
Normally, the Invisalign process starts when a 3D camera scans your teeth. Once this process is complete, the images are used to create a virtual 3D model of your mouth. Dental professionals then use a computer to determine what your mouth should look like at the end of the process.A customised aligner is then created which will move the teeth gradually so that they go from their current position to the position that is being aimed for. This process takes place over a period of time, so the teeth are moved slowly, one step at a time.
You are probably used to the sight of traditional braces, which are often used to correct a person's tooth positioning. These braces generally consist of metal posts attached to the teeth and rubber bands attached to the posts, which are tightened to gradually move the teeth over time.There are obvious disadvantages to these braces. They can be uncomfortable to wear and have an adverse effect on the wearer's appearance. It can also be difficult to eat and clean your teeth when you are wearing traditional braces. In the case of cleaning, this can be a particular issue as it can have an adverse effect on your normal cleaning routine, which can lead to damage to your teeth.Comparing Invisalign to these braces shows that there are several differences.These differences include:
We have already touched on the fact that Invisalign is more expensive than having treatment, which includes fitting traditional braces. According to the Invisalign website, treatment prices in the UK are usually between £2,500 and £5,500. However, each case is different and many factors can affect the price. These factors include:
The best way to discover the treatment price in your case is to book a consultation. The dental professional will tell you what you can expect to pay based on the amount of treatment that you need.
It's important to mention that Invisalign is not suitable for everyone. It's often not suitable for helping to align severely crooked teeth, and it may not help with serious bite issues. Sometimes, using Invisalign on molars with deep tooth roots is a problem.Another issue that can occur with Invisalign treatment is that the trays are not worn consistently. This happens when people remove the trays to eat or clean their teeth and neglect to put them back in.
You can see the benefits of Invisalign and its limitations. You need to consider both of these factors before you make a choice about the type of treatment you want. Of course, you also need to speak to a dental professional during your consultation. Doing this gives you the information you need and helps you make an informed decision.
The team at Maida Smiles knows how important it is for patients to have the bright and brilliant smile they are looking for. This is why you can talk to a dental professional about problems with your teeth's positioning or alignment. There are several different treatment options available, including Invisalign.During your consultation, you will receive all the advice you need to make informed choices about treatment. You will also be able to ask any questions you have about the Invisalign process. Depending on the outcome of the consultation, you can then undergo the Invisalign treatment you need. Alternatively, you will be advised about what treatment option you should choose.If you want to start improving your smile, make an appointment to discuss your requirements with us. We will provide you with the expert treatment that you need.
David Beltran
Coordenador de Tratamento Invisalign
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I could not be more satisfied with my experience at Maida Smiles - A special mention to Dr Gurteurez who is one of the most freindly and professional dentists I have ever met
Adam
I had my first visit and the team was very warm, caring and professional. The online booking platform makes it very easy to arrange your appointment. Doctor Pedro made me feel comfortable despite this being my first appointment since Covid. He is incredibly knowledgeable and offers you the best treatment for your specific condition. I would highly reccomend them
Gian Paolo Ziletti
Professional. Friendly. Informative. Maida Smiles offers great dental services including cleanings, oral surgery and realignment. I feel very lucky to have them so close by. I had an appointment just this week that was quick, thorough and safe.
Emily Chmura
Being very nervous about using dentists after a terrible experience when I was younger, I came to Maida Smiles and loved the calm patient demeanour of Pedro. You can clearly see Pedro and the team take pride in what they do and are perfectionists. The whole experience was great and I will never go to another dentist again.
Reena Nathwani
Delighted with the outcome of my treatment by Pedro. Meticulous attention to detail explaining exactly how the procedure would be carried out from first consultation to completion backed up with supporting guidance notes. Clearly an expert in his field and someone who cares passionately about the outcomes for his patients. Highly recommended.
George Jones
I loved my first visit to Maida Smile Dental Clinic. The staff member at reception was very warm, welcoming and professional. My dentist, Priscilla, and her assistant were fantastic. I have quite sensitive teeth near my gums and I can find the probing and investigation quite uncomfortable during a consultation, but this wasn’t the case at all. I didn’t experience discomfort and felt in very safe hands. This also applied to the hygienist work. I didn’t even have to ask Priscilla to avoid using the ultra sound cleaner on the sensitive areas of my teeth. I’m looking forward to going back, and that’s not often you can say that about going to the dentist!
Simone Gibson
Since I first had the luck to be recommended and book an appointment with Dr. Pedro Gutierres over 8 years ago, I have never trusted my dental health nor my family’s to anyone else. It’s very hard to find a dentist who ticks all the boxes and even goes beyond any expectations you may have, from service, sympathy, professionalism, and expertise, etc., 5 stars are not enough to rate him. I was so happy when he opened his own clinic and surrounded himself with the best professionals you can find, I cannot recommend Maida Smiles Dental Clinic enough.
Sofia Gouveia
Maida Smiles Dental Clinic is excellent!! The staff is very friendly, professional and always aiming for the customers best experience! A special thank you to Dr. Pedro Gutierres who is truly amazing. I am absolutely satisfied with the results and highly recommend this great dental clinic!
Ana Cruz
Dr. Pedro Gutierres is the best Implantologist I have come across. His work is amazing and of very high quality! I would highly recommend him and Maida Smiles to all my friends and family. If you want the perfect smile this is the place to go.
Blossom
“Pedro was so patient and professional throughout my treatment for my implants.. I chose to have my treatment with a local anaesthetic rather than any sedation and have a very bad gag reflex when anything touches the back of my throat. His patience throughout the experience was wonderful, completely putting me at ease and he also gave me a technique to help me in the future. I have seen him for my follow up and fully intend to book an annual visit in 2020. which is no small thing as I live 60 miles away.I can thoroughly recommend him for any treatment.”
Denise Gilbert
Pedro is thoroughly professional and talks through your treatment options step by step putting you at ease. Since I had my implants I have never looked back, it has changed my life! I can eat without discomfort and more importantly I can smile with confidence ! I have received excellent follow up care and would not hesitate to have further implants if necessary .
Joboanna A
I was very nervous to pull my ingrown wisdom tooth. Dr Pedro Guiterres made me feel really comfortable and the job was completed very professionally. It didn’t take long at all and I didn’t feel any pain. I would definitely recommend his service at this practice.
Jihan Daoud
From the day I made my first appointment. The team at Maida smile were amazing. They didn’t treat me like a customer but more like family. They have been great in every step in FINALLY GETTING MY DREAM SMILE from the receptionist to my dentist Pedro Laranjeira I can’t thank you enough and of course Pedro Laranjeira beautiful wife…… they are very professional and understand that I had to change my appointment now and then for work commitments and they were very understand. I will defo recommend them 100% not forgetting how chic the office is
Tracy Mensah
I was very nervous about having a dental implant but was immediately put at ease by Dr Pedro Gutierres. The procedure was explained in full and the care both during and after treatment has been of the highest standard. I received advice on how to look after my implant and have had no problems. I highly recommend.
Dawn Briggs
I had 7 implants installed by Dr Pedro Gutierres, including one which required a bone graft. In my 70 years I’ve had some bad experiences with dental treatment so it takes a lot for me to relax but, from my initial consultation, through to the end of the treatment, I had complete trust in Pedro’s expertise: preparations for the treatment and after-care were extremely thorough and fully explained, the treatment itself was surprisingly endurable (considering what was involved) and the implants have made a major difference to my life. If you are considering implants then I would whole-heartedly and sincerely recommend Pedro for this work.
Russ Hickman
I couldn’t recommend Maida Smiles enough: the care, attention to detail and the way Dentists and Nurses made sure I felt comfortable and safe throughout the treatments was incredible. Dr Pedro explained the treatments in detail to me and I have never felt under pressure to proceed… but I am very glad I did as I am happy and confident to smile again!
Mariana Pinheiro
Highly recommend this place to anybody looking for a friendly and trustworthy practice with an incredibly friendly and patient staff. Dr Pedro has been one of the best dentists I’ve ever had, he made me feel comfortable and were very knowledgeable in explaining every step of what he was doing and answering all of my questions. Amazing thorough the procedure, excellent communication, superb and professional treatment. I hope they keep it this way for a long time.
Joas Souza
Dr Pedro is a very good, confident and experienced professional. I’ve known him for some years now and always felt well cared for, either for small or bigger treatments.The facilities of the clinic are amazing and all the staff are very friendly. Highly recommended.”
Nelson Cafruni
I went to different clinics before, and nobody could really convince me until Maida Smiles did. The team here makes you comfortable , shows you different options and different budgets , and doesn't try to make you go only for one plan. I felt that the team was knowledgeable and wanted to help me , so that's why I decided to start
Diogo
I was referred to Dr. Pedro who did such a wonderful job with my teeth. The staff was extremely professional, they put you at ease, and it just made the whole experience easier. I've never looked back since
Theresa
"I told him, 'I want beautiful teeth, beautiful but natural, I don't want fake looking teeth.' Now I smile, I talk... it just makes you more confident. If you wear a beautiful nice suit... you have beautiful teeth, then it's like a perfect."
Louca
"I went to my hygienist a little while ago, and she said to me they were the best implants that she'd ever seen and she would never have known that they weren't my real teeth."
Sharon
Dr. Pedro explained the process of Invisalign to me. It sounded easy, it was quite a quick process, and the end result is my teeth moved back, so I'm quite happy.
Soula
I feel like I've not just developed a professional relationship with my dentist and the staff... they become more like friends as well, because of the kind of compassion and sympathy that they give you during treatment.
Alvin
"After not having a great experience with previous dental treatments, I was desperate for someone that I trusted. I broke a tooth, and even before I saw Dr. Pedro, he reassured me that I was going to be fine. He made me feel very comfortable and at ease. It was an amazing experience, from not only Dr. Pedro but also all the staff in the clinic, and I would definitely recommend [them] ".
Mariana
I chose Maida Smiles because of the reviews and a friend who was really happy with the results. The results definitely met my expectations. My expressions are much more smooth than before and it really makes the difference
Carolina
Estou muito grato pelo serviço rápido e eficiente que recebi quando precisei de uma consulta de emergência. A equipe foi gentil e acolhedora, e o dentista forneceu conselhos claros e úteis que fizeram uma diferença real. Toda a experiência foi tranquilizadora. Recomendo vivamente o seu profissionalismo e competência!
Safiya Guled
Estou sempre ansioso quando tenho de ir ao dentista e esta foi uma das minhas primeiras experiências com a Maida Smiles. O dentista, Benedict Harrison, foi muito tranquilizador e deixou-me imediatamente à vontade. Foi bastante lúcido nas suas explicações sobre o que tinha de ser feito, etc., e está a fazer bons progressos com o tratamento em curso. Além disso, o resto da equipe foi simpática e simplesmente simpática.
John Jacobs
Uau, a Dra. Claudia é a melhor dentista de Londres, a minha filha a adora e é sempre uma visita agradável. Não consigo recomendá-la o suficiente
Bel Cohn
Estou muito satisfeito com os resultados das minhas facetas de substituição.
O Dr. Benedict Harrison foi muito bom em falar comigo durante todo o processo e manter-me informado durante o tratamento se houvesse algum problema — o que não existia.
Ele tem um comportamento encantador que é uma vantagem adicional num dentista, que penso que todos concordamos que não são as nossas pessoas favoritas, no geral uma experiência de 5 estrelas.
Karen Shepherd
Fui pela primeira vez à Clínica Maida Smiles e tive a experiência mais maravilhosa! Tenho fobia de dentista mas estranhamente saí do local com um grande sorriso no rosto (literalmente!). A recepcionista foi super gentil, a Susan foi impecável e muito prestativa, e eu tive a minha consulta com a mais incrível dentista Dra. Mafalda Vilhena. Não consegui recomendá-la o suficiente. Ela explica todo o procedimento e é muito rigorosa no seu trabalho. Parabéns ao Dr. Pedro Gutierres por criar um ambiente de trabalho tão excelente e a toda a equipa. Vou voltar e trazer a minha família e nem moramos em Maida Vale. Obrigado por um trabalho tão impecável nos meus dentes e por ter tirado o meu medo dos dentistas. Nota: não cobrem o SNS, apenas reservas privadas ou com seguro.
Maria Monteiro
Paid parking is available using ParkBee on Lanark Road (the road right next to the practice). For public transport users, we are a two-minute walk from Maida Vale tube station.
