Welcome to Dr. Octavian Tetelbaum Dentistry

Invisalign London

We get a lot of questions about Invisalign and how it works. Below are some of the most common questions people ask about Invisalign. Please call us to book your complimentary consultation with Dr. Tetelbaum and his staff and they can guide you through the process in detail. If indicated we will use the iTero digital 3D scanner and you will be able to see instantly what Invisalign can do for you.

What Is Invisalign?

Invisalign is the clear alternative to braces. Invisalign uses a series of custom made clear aligners that guide your teeth into their proper position. Each aligner is worn for 1-2 weeks. Time increment is determined by Dr. Tetelbaum. The aligners are worn 24 hours a day and only removed to eat/drink and brush/floss.

What Are The Benefits of Invisalign Treatment?

Invisalign has many benefits but one of the largest benefits is that they are virtually invisible. Most people cannot tell when the aligners are being worn! The aligners are extremely comfortable, especially compared to traditional braces with brackets and wires.

What Are Invisalign Aligners Made Of?

Invisalign aligners are made of a thin, clear medical grade polymer that is virtually invisible when being worn.

Will Invisalign Affect My Speech?

Most patients notice some differences in their speech for the first couple days, while they are getting adjusted to having the aligners in.

Does Invisalign Hurt?

Most patients notice mild discomfort when they change aligners every couple weeks. We recommend changing aligners before bed so that most of the discomfort happens while you are sleeping and will not notice it as much. We also recommend taking Advil or Tylenol if needed.

Do You Offer Financial Assistance?

Yes, we are happy to offer our patients no interest monthly payments. We have many options available and would be more than happy to discuss this at a complimentary consult.

What Is The Process Of Starting Invisalign?

• Call to schedule your complimentary consult with Dr. Tetelbaum and his staff. We can discuss the treatment and answer any questions you may have.
• We then bring you back for your orthodontic records appointment. This appointment consists of an exam with Dr. Tetelbaum, taking a digital scan with our iTero Element Scanner, intraoral photographs, extraoral photographs, and radiographs.
• With our iTero scanner we can almost instantly show you a projection of what your teeth will look like once they have been straightened with Invisalign.
• After your records are completed, Dr. Tetelbaum creates your treatment plan and sends your case to Invisalign. One to two weeks after the initial records appointment we meet with you again in the office to discuss your proposed treatment and show you your case. At this time you decide if Invisalign is right for you. If you decide to go ahead with treatment, we accept your case through Invisalign. Once the case has been accepted it takes around two weeks for it to be made and shipped to our office.
• Once we have your case we have you in to deliver your case. It is about a 1 hour appointment that we place any attachments on the teeth, make sure the aligners fit properly and discuss how to care for them. We also have you practice taking them in and out.
• After your initial placement we will be seeing you every 3-6 weeks (depending on your case) for progress checks.

Welcome to Dr. Octavian Tetelbaum Dentistry, a Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist located in 1635 Hyde Park Road, Suite #106, London, ON. Dr. Octavian Tetelbaum is a purveyor of fine dentistry, providing care in all aspects of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry, clear braces, dental implants, traditional braces and invisalign.