Frequently Asked Questions

Impressions may have imperfections such as drags, bubbles or holes. Occasionally, slight distortions can occur, which might only be noticeable when compared to another impression. It's crucial that the impression captures all teeth and covers the entire palate. Please ensure impressions are thoroughly checked before leaving the practice. If unsure, consider taking an additional impression.

Essix Retainers: 3 days Bonded Retainers: 7 days Longterm Retainers: 3 days Clear Aligners: 14 days NiTi Spring Aligner: 7 days Orthodontic Removable Appliance: 10 days For 3-day or 24-hour express services, please contact us for more details.

To create your drill guide, we need the following: A CT scan. Study models or an intraoral surface scan. The implant system brand you plan to use. Drill sizes and sleeve (if applicable).

It is essential to provide both upper and lower silicone impressions, along with a wax bite. Sending both arches is crucial to ensure there is sufficient space for movement and proper alignment.

We combine your patient’s CT scan with the surface impression/scan. This allows us to plan implant placement based on bone density. We then print a highly accurate drill guide, using bone level or teeth as reference points.

We recommend using Special Delivery or a recorded post/courier service to ensure the parcel is traceable. For parcels sent from outside the UK, please use recorded post for reliable tracking.

We use SMOP CoDiagnostix software, compatible with various implant brands, to design the drilling guide and plan implant placement.

Due to the loss of many packages sent using FreePost, we have implemented a new system. To obtain your postage label, please visit: Royal Mail Postage Label on our website. This new method allows both you and us to track the package, ensuring that it arrives safely and that we can provide the best service possible.

Please email us photos from multiple angles (front, occlusal, 'chin-up' and profile) or send impressions, indicating the specific concerns of the patient. We will review the information and provide you with various treatment options.

A composite attachment, or anchor is a piece of composite material bonded to the tooth. It serves as a grip or anchor for the appliance, providing stability during treatment.

To open the bite, apply composite to the 6’s or 7’s of the opposing arch. This process typically takes 2 to 6 months for the teeth to over-erupt, following the Dahl principle, resulting in an opening of approximately 3mm at the front. After this period, the composite can be removed.

Our NiTi Springs Aligners and Bonded Retainers contain nickel. However, we can create a Bonded Retainer using nickel-free wire or recommend an alternative appliance for teeth alignment with nickel-free wire. Please ensure to clearly note on the lab sheet if your patient has a nickel allergy.

Our 3D department offers digital scanning, 3D printing and treatment planning services. If you have an intraoral scanner, you can send digital impressions. Which helps save both time and money.

We can only make a retainer if it is for a different arch, as both appliances cannot be produced from the same impression. We will first create the Aligner to achieve alignment. Afterwards, a new impression and lab sheet will be required to fabricate the retainer.

Yes, NimroDENTAL offers an online Clear Aligner course, available for purchase through our Disposables page on our website. While completing the course is not mandatory to treat patients with NimroDENTAL Clear Aligners, we highly recommend it. The course is accredited for the equivalent of 3 CPDs, and upon successfully answering the questions, NimroDENTAL will issue a certificate.

Each Clear Aligner should be worn for two weeks.

If the Clear Aligner does not fit, please take a new impression and return it to us along with a lab sheet detailing the issue.

The Clear Aligners are 0.8mm to 1mm thick.

A stent is a guide used to assist in placing a composite anchors on the teeth. To bond the composite, follow these steps: Etch and seal the tooth surface. Fill the pocket of the stent with composite. Fit the stent over the teeth. Light cure the composite to the tooth. Remove the stent and polish any excess.

You only need to ensure that the final aligner of the first set fits properly and that the teeth are in the desired position. If the treatment is progressing as expected, you do not need to take a new impression. Please send written confirmation to the lab indicating that you would like to proceed with the next set of Clear Aligners.

We do not recommend using a Clear Aligner as a substitute for a retainer, as the material is stretched and worn down.

Yes, Clear Aligners are also referred to as Invisible Aligners, Clear Braces and Invisible Braces. They are all the same type of appliance designed for teeth alignment.

IPR should be done during the first appointment and then at each subsequent stage as needed. In order to create space between the teeth to allow movement and alignment.

The IPR guide provides the following information: It illustrates the total amount of IPR required per contact for each stage. The guide is divided into stages based on the number of Clear Aligners needed. Each stage includes a specified number of Clear Aligners, clearly indicated. The lines on the diagram correspond to the size of the IPR strip or disc. A colour key is provided for easy reference.

The duration varies by case, but on average, it is 8-12 weeks.

The patient should turn the Expander approximately twice a week (every 3-6 days) using the supplied key.

Expansion is needed first because we cannot predict the patient's compliance or the exact position of their teeth post-expansion. Once expansion is complete, a new impression will be required to assess the number of Clear Aligners needed for further alignment.

Although the patient turns the screw themselves, we recommend scheduling regular check-ups to monitor their progress. Check that the patient is wearing the expander full time to ensure the treatment is on track.

Yes, we offer a wide range of labial and lingual brackets, arch wires and other accessories.

The process involves: Scanning the models. Aligning the teeth digitally. Placing brackets on the model according to instructions or standard values. Sending the setup to the Dentist for approval. Creating transfer trays with brackets inserted into them.

Essix type Retainer: Thickness: 1mm Matieral: Clear Easy of Use: Easy to remove and clean. Wear Schedule: Full-time for 3 months, then at night. Warranty: 3 months if broken. Broken retainers must be returned to the lab. Made of Thermoform material. Nimrod Retainer LongTerm Retainer: Thickness: 1mm Material: Clear and strong. Easy of Use: Easy to remove and clean. Recommended for: Patients with deep bites, or those unable to wear fixed retainers (e.g. metal allergy). Design: Posterior bite plane can be added/ Wear Schedule: The same as for Essix type Retainer. Benefits: Can correct small relapses, offers better resistance to bruxism. Milled out of Polyamide material. Can be worn while eating or having hot drinks. One Year Warranty.

The standard twistflex bonded retainer is 0.0175. Other thicknesses are available upon request or if deemed necessary.

Yes, our bonded retainers come with a custom-made positioning jig. Enabling easy, hands-free bonding to the teeth.

Yes, we invoice exclusively by email. Please ensure you provide us with the correct email address and add us to your address book. Unpaid bills may incur late payment fees and could delay your future cases. For more details, please refer to our terms and conditions.

You will receive your invoice on the last working day of each month. We cannot issue invoices before this date. Shortly after, you will also receive a statement to the same email address, summarising your account.

Payments can be made in the following ways: BACS: Details are provided on the monthly invoices. Card: We accept card payments, including Amex. Card payments can be made over the phone or online by clicking the Sagepay button located at the bottom right corner of your statement and following the steps. Cheque: Payments can also be made via cheque.