Invisalign in the City of London: What to Expect
If your smile has been on your “one day” list, clear aligners are one of the most straightforward ways to start. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners to move your teeth gradually into a better position, without the fixed wires and brackets many people picture when they think of straightening. For busy professionals working around Bank and the City, that discretion is often the deciding factor.
This guide walks you through what treatment actually involves at our practice on Cornhill, so you know what to expect before you book a consultation.
Why so many City professionals choose clear aligners
The appeal is simple: the aligners are see-through, so most people won’t notice you’re wearing them, and you take them out to eat, drink and clean your teeth. That means no awkward moments in meetings and no long list of foods to avoid. Because our practice sits at 77 Cornhill, EC3V, just moments from Bank station, many of our patients fit appointments around the working day.
How Invisalign treatment works, step by step
Your consultation. We start by listening to what you would like to change about your smile. Dr Zunde assesses whether clear aligners are the right approach for you, or whether another option would suit you better, and you get an honest view either way.
Digital scan and treatment plan. If you decide to go ahead, we take a digital scan of your teeth, with no uncomfortable putty impressions, and map out how your teeth will move so you can preview the likely outcome.
Your aligners. Your custom aligners are made to fit only your teeth. You wear each set as directed, moving through the series over the course of treatment. Most people find them comfortable within a day or two of each new set.
Check-ins. You come in for occasional short reviews so we can check progress and hand over your next aligners.
Keeping your result. Once your teeth are where you want them, you wear a retainer to hold them in place. Teeth naturally drift over time, so this step protects the result you have worked for.
What a straighter smile can do beyond looks
Straighter teeth are not only a cosmetic win. Teeth that are well aligned are often easier to clean, which can support healthier gums over the long term. For many people the confidence of a smile they are happy to show is reason enough, but the practical benefits are a genuine bonus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Invisalign treatment take? It depends on how much your teeth need to move. Some cases are complete in a matter of months, while more complex ones take longer. Dr Zunde will give you a realistic timeframe at your consultation.
Will people be able to tell I am wearing aligners? The aligners are clear and designed to be discreet, so most people will not notice them in day-to-day conversation.
Are the aligners uncomfortable? You may feel mild pressure for a day or so each time you move to a new set. Most people settle quickly and find them comfortable to wear.
Can I eat and drink normally? Yes. You take the aligners out to eat and drink, then clean your teeth and pop them back in.
Do I need a retainer afterwards? Yes. A retainer holds your teeth in their new position and protects your result.
Where is your practice? We are at 77 Cornhill, EC3V, in the City of London, a short walk from Bank station.
Ready to find out if Invisalign is right for you? Book a consultation with Dr Martin Zunde at our City of London practice on Cornhill, moments from Bank. Get in touch to arrange a time that fits around your day.
Dr Martin Zunde (GDC 281866) is a cosmetic and implant dentist practising in the City of London and Peterborough.
