It’s a common story we hear at 41 South Bar: braces come off in your teens, and without a retainer worn consistently afterwards, teeth can gradually drift back out of position over the following years. This kind of relapse is completely normal – teeth naturally want to settle back toward their original positions unless something holds them in place but it can leave adults feeling just as self-conscious about their smile as they were before treatment. That’s exactly what happened to this patient, who came to us looking for a way to correct the shift without going through fixed braces all over again.

In Her Own Words

“I spent years after my teenage braces came off watching my teeth move and not being able to do anything about it. It got to the point where I was unable to smile in photos and I felt constantly self conscious in front of other people. I found John on the internet after doing some research on Invisalign treatment and was impressed at his extensive credentials. He put together an amazing package at a great price and has kept me thoroughly informed throughout the process. I genuinely feel like he has changed my life – I feel so much more confident now and love my smile. I would 100% recommend John’s and the teams services to anyone looking to improve their smile. Thank you so much!”

Why Adults Choose Invisalign the Second Time Around

For patients who’ve already been through fixed braces once, Invisalign® is often the preferred way to correct relapse as an adult, for a few reasons:

  • No visible “train tracks” again – the clear aligners are barely noticeable, which matters more to most people the second time round.
  • Fits around work and daily life – aligners can be removed for meetings, meals and photos, unlike fixed braces.
  • Often quicker than the first time – because the correction is usually a return to a previous position rather than a completely new one, treatment can be more straightforward than the original course of braces.
  • Comes with a retention plan – a properly worn retainer afterwards is what stops the same relapse happening again.

To understand more about how the aligners work day-to-day, take a look at our blog Invisalign Treatment Banbury – How Does Invisalign Work?, or read our guide on Retainers After Braces & Invisalign – Types, Care, Benefits to find out how to protect your results for good.

If your teeth have shifted since your braces came off, get in touch for a free consultation and find out how Invisalign® could help.