Will my teeth stay straight after Invisalign?

Worn as advised, the included Vivera retainers hold your result in place for the long term, which is the key to lasting straight teeth.

Are retainers an extra cost?

No, three sets of Vivera retainers are included in our Invisalign package as standard.

How long do I need to wear retainers for?

Retainers are a long-term habit rather than a short phase, and we will explain exactly how to fit them into your routine.

How quickly can I get to you from South Croydon?

We are just south along the A235, only a few minutes from South Croydon station and the surrounding streets.

What happens if a retainer breaks or wears out?

Your package includes spare sets, and we can arrange replacements so your result is never left unprotected.

Invisalign in South Croydon

One practice, in Purley, for patients from South Croydon
We have one practice: 49 Foxley Lane, Purley CR8 3EH, with free on-street parking outside. There is no Foxley Lane Dental branch in South Croydon, just South Croydon patients who make the trip to us.

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Invisalign aftercare essentials including clear aligner cleaning tools and professional teeth whitening products, supporting long-term cosmetic smile results for adult Invisalign patients looking for teeth straightening treatments near Croydon

Straight teeth are the start, not the finish

A lot of Invisalign marketing stops at the before-and-after photo. For South Croydon patients we think the more important conversation is what happens after that photo, because a straight smile is only worth having if it stays straight.

Teeth have a memory. Left to their own devices they drift back towards where they started, which is why the aftercare side of Invisalign deserves as much attention as the active treatment. We build that thinking in from day one.

So while the journey gets your teeth into position, the real measure of success is whether they are still there in five years. That is the bit we want you to ask us about.

How we protect the result

When your active aligners have done their job, the result is held with Vivera retainers, which come included in our Invisalign package rather than as a surprise extra. Three sets, in fact, so you have spares and replacements built in.

Worn as advised, retainers are what keep your investment intact for the long haul. We talk you through exactly when and how to wear them, because a retainer left in a drawer is the single most common reason a good result slips.

Continuity that supports the long view

We keep you with the same dentist from your first scan to your last review, so the person who knows your case is the one guiding your aftercare. That continuity is the backbone of durable results, and it is the same principle behind our implant work carrying a 10-year guarantee. We plan for the long term as standard.

The treatment itself runs the usual course: a free consultation, a digital scan and ClinCheck plan, then clear aligners worn around 22 hours a day and changed roughly every two weeks, typically over 6 to 18 months. Premium whitening is included once your teeth are in their final position, so you finish on a high.

Invisalign before and afters

Before and after Purley Invisalign treatment showing straighter, more even teeth with improved bite alignment.

This patient’s teeth were carefully aligned with Invisalign, creating a straighter, healthier-looking smile and a more balanced bite.

Before and after Purley Invisalign treatment correcting crowded teeth and improving the bite for a straighter, healthier smile.

Crowded and uneven teeth were aligned with Invisalign, giving the patient a more balanced bite and a straighter smile.

Before and after at Foxley Lane Dental in Purley Invisalign treatment, closing gaps and straightening teeth for a confident smile.

This patient achieved a straighter smile with Invisalign, closing gaps and creating a more even, natural look.

Results from Invisalign Purley, improving tooth alignment and creating a straighter, healthier smile with treatment at Foxley Lane Dental

This patient’s smile was transformed with Invisalign, achieving improved alignment and a more even, healthy appearance.

Easy to reach from South Croydon

We are immediately south of you along the A235, a short drive down from the Selsdon Road and Brighton Road area or the streets near the Swan and Sugarloaf, into Foxley Lane in Purley with free parking outside.

Indicative pricing starts from around £3,500 for a full course, or from around £291.66 a month on a 12-month interest-free plan. These figures are indicative and confirmed once your case is planned, with Tabeo finance and 0% options to spread the cost.

Frequently asked questions

Will my teeth stay straight after Invisalign?
Worn as advised, the included Vivera retainers hold your result in place for the long term, which is the key to lasting straight teeth.
Are retainers an extra cost?
No, three sets of Vivera retainers are included in our Invisalign package as standard.
How long do I need to wear retainers for?
Retainers are a long-term habit rather than a short phase, and we will explain exactly how to fit them into your routine.

How quickly can I get to you from South Croydon?
We are just south along the A235, only a few minutes from South Croydon station and the surrounding streets.
What happens if a retainer breaks or wears out?
Your package includes spare sets, and we can arrange replacements so your result is never left unprotected.

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