BestSureSmile Aligners

Less time in braces!
The average reduction in treatment time is 30%
Fewer visits to the practice.
Less discomfort due to advanced precision wires.
Fewer wire changes.

The scan procedure is the beginning of your SureSmile treatment. We use a white light-emitting scanner to scan your teeth. This advanced imaging technology allows us to better analyse the orientation and position of your teeth.

The scanning appointment is approximately 2 hours. During the appointment a white paste will be applied to dry the surface of the teeth. The image of your teeth needs to be captured accurately with the scanner hence It is very important not to move during the scan. We will give you more instructions at the time of the scan. In addition to your scan, we will need to take current records including photos and radiographs to record your treatment progress.

After taking your scan, we will send it to the SureSmile Digital Lab where individual tooth models will be made. Then the doctor will examine the 3D model and determine the design needed for your tailored SureSmile aligners, which we will insert at your next appointment.

In traditional treatment, a patient receives standard wires that the doctor must bend by hand over multiple appointments to get the teeth perfectly aligned. With SureSmile, the orthodontist moves models of your teeth on the computer into the best outcome for your teeth and bite. A set of wires are robotically bent hence custom-made for you. What this means for you is less discomfort, fewer visits to our practice, and a reduction in treatment time.

As the brackets and wires work together to move your teeth, please closely follow the instructions you received at the beginning of treatment to avoid accidentally damaging or knocking off your brackets. If you lose brackets after your scan, you may need to come back in for another scanning appointment. Not only is that inconvenient for you, but it delays your treatment. Please contact the practice immediately if you have any concerns with your aligner. Learn more about our alternative orthodontic treatments including Invisalign in London.