As a system, Simpli5 really lives up to its name: It is a series of 5 plastic aligners and it is really that simple and they are also invisible. If you have only a few niggling complaints about the aesthetics of your teeth, then the lengthy treatment time of other clear aligner systems might seem like a little too much hassle for such a slight improvement. Simpli5 however is speedy and perfectly suited for such minor corrections.

What are the advantages of Simpli5?

The treatment is quick and no one needs to know you are even having treatment! The braces are nigh on invisible and are also removable, meaning you can briefly take them off for social functions. The ability to remove them can also help you maintain good oral hygiene; a common complaint regarding fixed braces is they difficult to clean around but, with Simpli5, you have no such problem! They can also be taken out at meal times so as not to interfere with your food. Treatment time is usually between 3 and 5 months, which is a far cry from the 3 years that conventional treatment can take. Finally, they are also much more affordable than other popular ‘invisible’ brace treatments.

The standard Simpli5 procedure

Getting Simpli5 fitted is pretty simple: Firstly, an impression of your teeth will be taken by one of our dentists. This impression will be sent off to a lab, where your aligners will be produced, and you should receive your aligners within a swift 3-4 weeks. The actual treatment works in gradual stages; each aligner will gently reposition your teeth and, after the aligner starts to feel loose, you move on to the next one. On average, each aligner will be worn for 3 to 4 weeks. During this time, you will be asked to visit your dentist regularly (just so they can check all is running smoothly). Please note that the aligners need to be worn for at least 20 hours each day, otherwise treatment can be affected. If you would like more information on Simpli5 braces please contact the team at Harley Street Dental Studio in the heart of London.