 
                        A straighter smile — without the obvious metalwork.
Let’s face it: not everyone’s thrilled about the idea of braces. Especially as an adult. Whether it’s for work, social reasons, or just personal comfort, the thought of wearing traditional metal braces can be enough to make you put off straightening your teeth altogether.
That’s where invisible braces come in. And honestly? They’ve changed the game.
At Dentist Wandsworth, we offer clear, removable aligners that quietly get to work on straightening your teeth — no brackets, no wires, no awkward “what’s that on your teeth?” moments. Just a subtle, smart way to get the results you want without the world knowing you’re in the middle of treatment.
 
                        “Invisible braces” is the common name people use for clear aligner systems like Invisalign — and it makes sense. These are slim, clear plastic trays that are custom-made to fit snugly over your teeth. You wear them for most of the day (around 22 hours), but you take them out to eat, drink anything other than water, and brush your teeth.
Each set of aligners is slightly different, and you’ll switch to a new one every week or two. Over time, they gently move your teeth into better alignment — no metal, no tightening appointments, just gradual progress that fits into your routine.
We see a lot of people here in Wandsworth who are looking for something that won’t turn their daily life upside down. For many, the appeal of invisible braces comes down to a few simple things:
 
                        most people won’t even notice them.
no metal brackets or wires rubbing against your mouth.
which means you can eat and clean your teeth like normal.
work meetings, weddings, holidays… you won’t have to work around your braces.
They’re especially popular among adults and older teens who want results without the full orthodontic “look.” That said, we always check whether you're a suitable candidate first — because as brilliant as invisible braces are, they’re not the right fit for every single case.
 
                            They’re pretty versatile. Invisible aligners can help with:
Mild to moderate crowding
Small gaps between teeth
Relapsed movement after previous braces
Mild bite issues (underbites, overbites, crossbites)
If you’re not sure whether your teeth fall into any of those categories, that’s totally fine. We’ll take a proper look and talk you through it. No assumptions. No pressure. Just real advice from someone who knows what they’re doing.
 
                            It starts with a consultation here at our Wandsworth practice. We’ll scan your teeth (no gloopy impressions anymore — thank goodness) and take some photos so we can create a digital treatment plan. You’ll even get to see a little animation of how your teeth will move over time, which is pretty cool.
Once you’re happy to go ahead, we’ll get your aligners made and talk you through everything — how to wear them, how to clean them, what to expect. You’ll pop in for short check-ins now and then so we can make sure everything’s moving along as it should.
Treatment times vary — some cases take just a few months, others closer to a year. It really depends on your teeth and your goals. But we’ll be clear about timelines from the start.
If you’re local to Wandsworth and thinking about straightening your teeth — but don’t fancy full-on metal braces — invisible aligners could be a great fit. We’ve helped loads of patients get results they’re genuinely happy with, all without drawing attention to the fact they were in treatment at all.
Want to see if invisible braces are right for you?
Call us to book a consultation
Visit Dentist Wandsworth — your local team for clear aligner treatment
Got questions? Drop us a message — we’re happy to help
Sometimes the best transformations are the ones no one notices — until you’re ready to show off the results. Let’s chat about what invisible braces could do for your smile.