Orthodontics in Neutral Bay, NSW

Here’s what to expect when you choose Invisalign at Sparkling Dental:

• Initial Consultation — You’ll meet with Dr Berera, tour our practice and have an oral health assessment to determine if Invisalign is the right fit for you.
• Impressions and Photos — We’ll take digital impressions, photos and x-rays of your smile to create a precise model for your treatment plan.
• Customised Treatment Plan — After your consultation, we’ll develop a personalised treatment plan and send your digital scans to Invisalign. You’ll receive a 3-D before-and-after simulation so you can see your future smile before treatment even begins.
• First Aligner Fitting — Once your aligners are ready and you’ve approved the treatment plan, you’ll visit us for your initial fitting to ensure a perfect fit and receive instructions on wearing and caring for your aligners.
• Regular Check-Ins — Throughout your treatment, you’ll have periodic visits to check progress, receive new aligners and keep up with routine dental cleanings.

Most people report a feeling of slight pressure when they insert a new aligner for the first time. However, this sensation typically goes away within 24 hours as teeth alignment begins. Generally, patients do not complain about Invisalign clear aligners causing pain or discomfort. 

With Invisalign treatment, there are no wires or brackets like there are with the traditional metal braces. People sometimes complain that conventional braces can irritate the inside of their mouth, like their lips and gum tissue. Another benefit to wearing clear aligners is that wearers can easily remove them to clean and eat their favourite foods. This makes it easier to maintain oral hygiene when straightening teeth.

Traditional braces use metal brackets, wires and elastic bands to correct misaligned teeth, bite issues and overcrowding. While they may not be as discreet as clear aligners, they remain a highly reliable and versatile option for patients of all ages.

The Process of Getting Traditional Braces

• Initial Consultation — Dr Berera will examine your teeth, take x-rays and impressions and discuss your treatment plan to determine if braces are the best option for you.
• Placement of Braces — Dr Berera bonds small metal or ceramic brackets to the front of your teeth, and an archwire is threaded through them. Your Neutral Bay orthodontist will periodically adjust the wires to gently guide your teeth into alignment over time.
• Regular Adjustments — Every few weeks, you’ll visit your orthodontist for adjustments, so our team can ensure steady movement. Dr Berera may tighten wires, replace bands or modify the treatment plan as needed.
• Daily Care and Maintenance — Brushing and flossing with braces requires a little extra effort, but special orthodontic tools like interdental brushes and floss threaders make it easier to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
• Removing Braces and Retainer Phase — Once your teeth have shifted into their ideal position, Dr Berera will remove your braces and fit you with a retainer to maintain your results and prevent teeth from shifting back.

Traditional braces may take 18–36 months, depending on the complexity of your case, but the results are well worth the time and effort.

Sparkling Dental is pleased to offer traditional braces and Invisalign invisible braces in Sydney and the Neutral Bay area. Our friendly team encourages you to contact us for further information regarding braces or Invisalign in Sydney if you are interested in this treatment. Our dental practice is open Monday through Saturday, and we're even sometimes open on Sundays and public holidays.

If you would like to discuss a payment plan, please feel welcome to call us at your convenience so we can talk about your options.