Aman avoided smiling in photos for years, worried that traditional braces in his 30s would be unprofessional. But after discovering Invisalign, his smile transformed in just seven months – and his fears proved unfounded.
Treatment Surprises
Aman, a patient at London clinic Smiles + Smiles, expected a lisp and years of treatment. Instead, his aligners were barely noticeable, and treatment finished in under a year. His dentist used microfiling to create space, avoiding tooth removal.
The aligners became part of his routine, swapped every 10 days with only mild soreness. Wearing them up to 22 hours a day, nobody noticed unless he mentioned it. After treatment, friends commented on his changed smile, and three have since started Invisalign themselves.
Expert Insights
Dr Yasmin Anaboussi, Co-Founder and Principal Dentist at Smiles + Smiles, says such concerns are common. She highlights Invisalign's clear, removable aligners as popular with adults, allowing normal eating and oral hygiene.
Digital treatment planning has advanced, with 3D scanning and software mapping tooth movements precisely. Patients can see a simulation of expected results before starting. Treatment times are often shorter than expected, averaging three to eight months.
Addressing Myths
Dr Anaboussi also debunked the myth that Invisalign leaves teeth permanently loose. Orthodontic treatment moves teeth with gentle pressure, causing temporary tenderness or mobility, but not dangerous looseness.
Now Aman smiles confidently in photos. His experience shows how adult orthodontics has changed, making clear aligners a popular choice later in life.
