Smile Showcase
A modern, discreet way to straighten your teeth
Clear aligners are thin, custom‑made trays that gently move your teeth over time. They’re almost invisible, easy to wear and designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine. Patients often tell us they appreciate how aligners allow them to improve their smile without interrupting their lifestyle, work or confidence.
Why patients in Hunters Hill choose clear aligners
Clear aligners offer a combination of comfort, predictability and discretion that suits adults, teens and families in our community. Patients choose aligners because they want:
- a natural, balanced smile that still looks like them
- discreet treatment that suits professional and social settings
- comfortable trays with no brackets or wires
- removable wear for eating, brushing and flossing
- predictable digital planning and specialist oversight
This approach helps patients feel supported, motivated and in control throughout their treatment.
Invisalign and other clear aligner systems
Invisalign is one of the most recognised aligner brands worldwide. Other systems, such as SureSmile and Angel, use different planning software and may be designed by specialist orthodontists or be more customisable. At Dental Garden, we select the system that best suits your teeth, your bite and your long‑term goals — not just the brand name.
Your dentist will guide you through the options so you feel informed, confident and ready to begin.
What clear aligners can treat
Clear aligners can improve many mild to moderate orthodontic concerns, including:
- crowded teeth
- spacing
- mild overbites and underbites
- mild crossbites
- relapse after braces
More complex cases may still be better suited to braces or early intervention appliances. Your consultation will clarify exactly what is possible for your smile.
Your clear aligner journey
Patients often describe the process as surprisingly smooth. Here’s what to expect:
- A comprehensive orthodontic consultation
- X‑rays, photographs and a 3D digital scan
- A personalised digital treatment plan
- A series of custom‑made aligners
- Regular check‑ins to ensure your teeth are tracking as planned
Most treatments take 6 to 24 months, depending on your goals and how consistently you wear your aligners.
Comfort, confidence and long‑term stability
Clear aligners work best when worn 20 to 22 hours a day. You may feel gentle pressure when you change to a new tray — this is a sign your teeth are moving. Most patients adapt quickly and find the process comfortable and predictable.
Retainers are essential after treatment. They keep your teeth in their new position and protect your investment in your smile.
Your Clear Aligner Dentists at Dental Garden
Meet our dental team who will help you on your journey towards a beautiful smile and healthy bite
Dr Sandra Pedram
Sandra provides clear aligners for adults and teens, and early orthodontic intervention for children from age 6+. She is energetic, warm and fun, making her an excellent fit for children and families. Sandra also offers expanders, braces and growth‑guided appliances when needed. Her approach blends evidence‑based orthodontics with a joyful, motivating patient experience.
Dr Frances Ershad
Frances provides clear aligner treatment for adults and teens aged 14+. She is known for her calm, gentle manner and is particularly skilled with anxious patients. Her treatment planning focuses on facial balance, gum health, airway considerations and long‑term stability. Patients often describe her care as reassuring, thorough and deeply supportive.
Dr Winston Lee
Dentist with Advanced Surgical & Orthodontic Training Winston provides clear aligners for adults and teens, and orthodontic treatment for children from age 8+. He is highly educated, experienced and exceptionally gentle. Winston also offers orthopaedic appliances, braces and surgical care such as dental implants and wisdom teeth removal. Patients appreciate his patience, clarity and the sense of safety he brings to every appointment.
All three dentists are excellent with children and tailor treatment to each child’s developmental stage, personality and dental needs.
When to start
Most patients tell us that once they see their digital treatment plan, they feel a sense of relief - because they finally understand exactly what their smile will look like and how straightforward the process can be.
Book your clear aligner consultation
If you’re ready for a straighter, more confident smile, we would love to help. Your consultation includes a full orthodontic assessment, digital records and a personalised treatment plan.
Clear Aligners
Book a consult to see if you are eligible for clear aligners to achieve your confident smile
Initial consultation - dental x-rays, intraoral 3D scans, dental photographs.
Clear aligners gradually straighten your teeth without the use of any metal braces. It is more comfortable and better aesthetic and transparent so that it is less noticeable than traditional orthodontic treatments.
These aligners are completely removable so you can remove them to eat, brush your teeth and floss as normal.
What's in the Patient Kit
Your custom designed clear aligners
Two aligner boxes
"Brite" cleaning tablets
Aligner chewies
Be Sure with SureSmile
Predictable results. Your customized treatment plan is developed by real dental experts at the SureSmile® Digital Lab who partners with your doctor to understand your unique smile and desired outcomes to make sure you get the results you want in the time you expect.
Support to stay on track. Your doctor may provide you with the SureSmile® VPro™ High Frequency Vibration Device to be used only 5 minutes a day with clear aligners. It may improve the comfort of treatment and will help your aligners fit just right.1-3 Your doctor will monitor your progress throughout your journey to ensure treatment is going as planned.
Lasting results. SureSmile® Retainers and SureSmile™ Whitening Kit help maintain your new smile after treatment has ended.
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