FAQs

Utilising a sequence of custom-made clear aligners, Invisalign is designed to guide you towards your desired smile. These uniquely crafted trays are personalised for your treatment. As you progress through the treatment plan, you’ll switch to a new set of aligners every week.

The Invisalign clear aligners work gently, gradually shifting each tooth into its intended position. Although the transformation may not be immediately evident in your daily observations, the remarkable results typically become apparent within a few short months.

Yes, composite bonding can chip under certain circumstances. While composite resin is a durable material, it may not be as resistant to chipping or breaking as some other dental materials, such as porcelain. However, we plan your case to reduce the chances of this happening as much as possible. Straightening your teeth before composite bonding helps to form a favourable bite to prevent heavy biting on your composite which can lead to chipping. Dr Phil’s advanced bonding techniques favours a reduced chance of chipping as the composite is bonded to the tooth in the strongest way possible.

Clear aligner treatment which is used to straighten your teeth lasts forever provided you wear your retainers for life. Often we place bonded wires on the back of your teeth to aid retention and prevent relapse.

Composite bonding usually lasts between 5-7 years, however with Dr Phil’s advanced bonding techniques they have been proven to last 10 years + with great oral hygiene and maintenance. Porcelain veneers last between 10-15 years as they are stronger and more stain resistant than composite bonding.

During your consultation, Dr Phil likes to get to know you on a personal level to get you feeling as comfortable as possible. We understand that going ahead with a smile makeover can be a big decision so we like to ensure that you are fully informed and understanding of the benefits of pursuing a new smile with Dr Phil Aesthetics.

We offer a large range of treatments including general and cosmetic dentistry. General dentistry treatments include check ups, fillings, crowns and bridges. Root canals and extractions may also be included in your plan which can be carried out by Dr Phil or his colleagues who are specialists in these areas, before being referred back to Dr Phil for your cosmetic work.

Dr Phil carries out all cosmetic treatments including teeth whitening, clear aligners, composite bonding, composite veneers and porcelain veneers. Dr Phil can also restore implants as part of your smile makeover to fill any gaps! He works with implant surgeons on site to plan this to perfection!

Treatments like teeth whitening, clear aligners and composite bonding do not require anaesthesia unless you require gum contouring*. With porcelain veneers you do require anaesthesia, however if you are very nervous we can offer you sedation which helps in these situations.

Our price list page includes the costs of all treatments. Each treatment plan is bespoke to you, therefore together we choose a treatment plan that works within your budget and goals.

Maintenance of your result is extremely important to Dr Phil. We like to ensure your results last for as long as possible. Your maintenance plan usually involves 2 check ups and 2 cleans per year, however we can adapt this to your schedule and design a plan that works for you.