A discreet, comfortable way to straighten teeth, guided by onsite digital planning and personalised care.
Clear aligners are removable, transparent appliances designed to gradually move and straighten teeth. Using advanced digital planning, we plan, manage, and adjust your aligner treatment on-site, giving us greater control, flexibility, and accuracy throughout your care.
Clear Aligner Therapy
Clear aligners are a series of custom-made, transparent appliances designed to gradually guide teeth into improved alignment.
While many practices rely on large overseas aligner companies to plan and manage treatment, our approach is different. We keep planning, oversight, and decision-making within our practice. This allows us to tailor care closely to each patient and adapt treatment as needed.
A Modern Approach to Orthodontic Care
Who May Benefit from Clear Aligners?
Clear aligner therapy may be suitable for:
Adults seeking discreet orthodontic treatment
Teenagers wanting a removable alternative to braces
Patients with crowding, spacing, or alignment concerns
Individuals who value flexibility and personalised care
Patients who prefer local oversight rather than outsourced planning
A consultation allows us to determine whether clear aligners are the most appropriate option for your needs.
Planned, Managed, and Fabricated In-House
At St Anthony Dental, clear aligner treatment is not outsourced or automated but carefully planned inhouse and customised for you.
Using our smile design sotware, we digitally plan and manage treatment on-site, allowing us to:
Maintain full control over tooth movement
Review progress closely at each stage
Make adjustments when needed
Intervene early if movement is slower or different than expected
This approach allows us to respond to your teeth — rather than relying on fixed plans created remotely.
Consultation & Assessment
We assess your teeth, bite, and goals to confirm suitability.3D Digital Scanning
Digital 3D scans are taken to accurately map your teeth and bite.In-House Digital Planning & Smile Design
Your aligner treatment is planned and designed within our practice, allowing us to design movement carefully acheiving the desired aesthetic, function & treatment plan.Aligner Fabrication & Delivery
Aligners are produced in our in-house dental lab, where each sequential stage is 3D printed then thermoformed to produce each of your sequential clear aligners.Ongoing Reviews & Adjustments
Progress is monitored closely, and treatment can be adjusted if required.Completion & Retention
Once alignment is complete, retainers will be manufactured to ensure the new position of your teeth are maintained in the long term.
Your Clear Aligner Treatment Journey
Before treatment begins, we take time to design your smile — not just straighten teeth.
Using digital scans and in-house planning software, we assess tooth position, bite balance, facial proportions, and long-term stability. This allows us to visualise how your teeth will move over time and design alignment that looks natural, balanced, and functional.
Because smile design and planning are managed on-site, we’re able to:
Consider both aesthetics and bite function
Plan conservative, controlled tooth movement
Tailor alignment to suit your face and smile
Make refinements throughout treatment if needed
This approach ensures your final result feels considered and personalised — not generic or template-based.
On-Site Smile Design & Visual Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
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Treatment length varies depending on the complexity of tooth movement required. Simple cases with fewer movements take only a few weeks, while larger cases may take several months. We’ll outline your expected timeline clearly during your consultation.
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For best results, aligners are typically worn for most of the day and night, removing them only for eating, drinking, and cleaning. We’ll provide clear guidance to support your progress.
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Most patients experience mild pressure when starting a new aligner, which is a normal sign that the aligners are working. This sensation usually settles within a few days.
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Clear aligners are suitable for many alignment concerns, but not all cases. During your consultation, we’ll assess whether clear aligners or another orthodontic option is most appropriate for your needs.
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Because planning and management are done on-site, we can review progress and adjust treatment if required. This flexibility allows us to respond to how your teeth are actually moving.
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Yes. Retainers are an important part of maintaining your results once alignment is complete. We’ll guide you on the most appropriate retention plan for your smile.
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Clear aligners can be suitable for teenagers in certain cases. We’ll assess growth, development, and compliance to determine whether this option is appropriate.