Advances in the Invisalign system now enable dental practitioners to offer their patients one-week aligner wear instead of previously recommended two-week changes, allowing shorter treatment time. This means that straighter teeth can now be achieved in as little as three months.

The Invisalign system is designed for straightening teeth with a series of virtually invisible, clear plastic aligners which are custom-made for each patient. The discretion and effectiveness of the system has made it highly desirable, appealing to millions of patients who have been successfully treated with Invisalign treatment.

Until now, the custom-made aligners were always recommended to be changed every two weeks to incrementally move patients' teeth towards their new position. However, recent technological advancement now allows Align Technology to recommend one-week aligner wear, provided their case is deemed suitable by their provider. This switch from two to one-week wear is the result of 15 years of perpetual product innovation, which has culminated in the combined use of new materials, features and technology.

Because of this, weekly aligner changes may reduce treatment time up to 50% compared with two-week changes, which means patients who are deemed suitable for one week aligners, depending on their treatment option – Invisalign Lite and/or Invisalign Go – could see their treatment through to completion in as little as three months.

This means that for people looking to make a change in the appearance of their teeth before a wedding or another milestone event, it may be possible to see straighter teeth and make it in time for the big day.

First steps would be to consult their Invisalign provider who would prescribe the most suitable treatment option, as well as advise on the time required for their treatment.

For more information visit www.invisalign.co.uk.