Bespoke Clear Aligners
Straighten your teeth discreetly and comfortably. At Kingshurst Dental Surgery, we print high-resolution clear aligners in-house to speed up your treatment and deliver a perfect, custom fit.
What are Clear Aligners?
Clear aligners are custom-made, virtually invisible, and removable plastic trays that straighten your teeth over a treatment period. They apply gentle, controlled pressure to specific teeth, slowly moving them into their ideal positions.
Unlike traditional metal braces, clear aligners are smooth, comfortable, and completely metal-free. They fit seamlessly into your personal and professional life.
State-of-the-Art In-House 3D Printing
At Kingshurst Dental Surgery, we utilize state-of-the-art 3D printers to manufacture high-resolution clear aligners. This advanced precision allows our aligners to fit better, stay clearer, and require fewer composite attachments on your teeth. It speeds up your treatment time and reduces the risk of relapse.
Whitening Refill Offer
Brighten your teeth while you straighten them! When you choose clear aligners at Kingshurst Dental Surgery, you can add our professional teeth whitening kit at a special discounted bundle rate.
Whitening gel is safely applied directly inside your clear aligner trays.
Advantages of Aligners
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Nearly Invisible
Made of clear medical-grade polymer, they are practically imperceptible when worn, letting you smile confidently.
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Fully Removable
Take them out to eat meals and snacks, and brush and floss normally. No food restrictions like metal braces.
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Exceptional Comfort
No sharp metal brackets or poking wires to cause cuts or ulcerations inside your cheeks.
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Fewer Practice Visits
You manage your aligner changes at home, meaning you require fewer routine adjustment appointments with your dentist.
Disadvantages of Aligners
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Requires Consistency
Aligners must be worn diligently for 22+ hours per day. Failure to do so will delay your results or cause treatment relapse.
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Risk of Loss
Because they are removable, they can be easily lost if wrapped in tissues or left outside their protective case.
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Not for Complex Cases
Highly severe malocclusions, skeletal bite issues, or complex tooth rotations may require traditional orthodontic braces.
Treatment Classifications
The severity of alignment needed determines your treatment tier. Final classification is confirmed in your Treatment Plan Report.
Simple Aligners
- Corrects minor crowding or small gaps
- Ideal for post-braces relapse corrections
- Includes initial digital scans
- 3D ArchForm dashboard view
Intermediate Aligners
- Corrects moderate crowding, spacing, or rotations
- Includes final retainers to hold results
- Up to 20% free replacement aligners
- 3D ArchForm dashboard view
Complex Aligners
- Corrects severe crowding, bite issues, and rotations
- Unlimited replacement aligners
- Two sets of final retainers included
- Ideal for comprehensive smile reinventions
*An initial Treatment Plan Report is required to generate your 3D tooth movements and interactive dashboard.
Your Aligner Treatment Stages
From digital scanning to final retainers, here is what you can expect during your aligner journey.
1. Consultation
Visit Kingshurst Dental Surgery. Your dentist assesses your suitability and takes comfortable, gag-free 3D digital scans or precise moulds of your teeth.
2. Plan Report
Within 7 days, we send your full Treatment Plan Report. It contains a digital link to your ArchForm 3D Dashboard showing your tooth movement animation and aligner count.
3. Review & Decide
Review the 3D plan, discuss it with family and friends, and confirm your decision. Finance options are available to help spread the cost.
4. Go-Ahead & Print
Notify KDS to proceed. Our technicians will use our state-of-the-art 3D printers to manufacture your high-resolution custom aligners.
5. Delivery
Aligners are delivered in sets of five within 5 days of confirmation. This allows us to monitor progress and make adjustments at regular checkpoints.
6. Wear & Straighten
Follow your plan, wearing your trays for 22+ hours per day. Switch to the next set every 2 weeks and watch your teeth straighten over time!
Clear Aligner Aftercare & Care Guide
Wearing & Cleaning Rules
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22+ Hours Daily Wear: You must wear your aligners for at least 22 hours per day. Only remove them to eat, drink (anything other than cool water), brush, and floss.
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Switch Every 2 Weeks: Switch to your next aligner set exactly every 2 weeks. Always change aligners at night before bed. This gives your teeth 8 uninterrupted hours to adjust to the new pressure.
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Gentle Cleaning: Rinse aligners with cool water every time you remove them. Brush them gently with a soft toothbrush (no toothpaste, as it can scratch the plastic and make it look cloudy). Use non-abrasive soap occasionally.
Eating, Drinking & Safety
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Eat & Drink Safely: Remove aligners before all meals and snacks. Drink only plain, cool water with your aligners in. Hot drinks can warp the plastic, and sugary or coloured drinks can pool inside, causing decay or staining.
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Use the Protective Case: Always store your aligners in their case when not in use. Never wrap them in tissue — they are easily mistaken for rubbish and thrown away! Keep your previous set as a backup.
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Tightness is Normal: Tightness and pressure are normal for the first 1-2 days of a new set — this shows they are working. If aligners crack, break, or don't fit, contact KDS immediately.
Clear Aligner FAQs
Start Your Smile Transformation Today
Book your clear aligner consultation at Kingshurst Dental Surgery. Conveniently located in Birmingham, we welcome patients from Castle Bromwich, Castle Vale, Water Orton, Chelmsley Wood, and the wider West Midlands.