Invisible orthodontics in Palma de Mallorca
Invisible orthodontics straightens your teeth and corrects your bite with clear aligners, without brackets or wires. At Clínicas Udemax we use Invisalign, the pioneering clear aligner system, at our clinics in Palma de Mallorca, for both adults and teenagers.
The aligners are custom-made clear trays that are changed every one or two weeks and move the teeth little by little. You take them out to eat and brush, they are barely visible and they don't rub like braces do. In return, they require commitment: you need to wear them for around 22 hours a day. Your first visit and diagnosis are free and you can finance your treatment.
Book your free first invisible orthodontics consultation
We will examine your teeth and tell you whether Invisalign is the best option for your case, with no obligation.
Leave us your details and we will call you back within three hours.
What is invisible orthodontics and who is it for?
Invisalign treats most of the common alignment problems in adults and teenagers:
- Crowded or crooked teeth.
- Gaps between the teeth.
- Overbite, when the upper teeth cover too much of the lower teeth.
- Crossbite and open bite.
- Teeth that have moved again after previous orthodontic treatment.
Because the aligners come out for cleaning, they are also a good option if you have gum problems, as long as these have been treated and are under control.
Cases with a significant problem in the jawbones may need braces or a combination with orthognathic surgery. You will find out at your first visit: if aligners are not the best option for you, we will tell you.
Invisible orthodontics at our clinics in Palma
Orthodontics
Udemax Miramar
Outpatient department, Hospital Juaneda Miramar
Camí de la Vileta, 30 · 07011 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–20:00
By car
Paid parking at the Hospital Juaneda Miramar car park, a one-minute walk away, plus street parking. There is also free parking on Camí de la Vileta, about a 10-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 6, 8 and 29, stopping at "Policlínica", in front of the hospital.
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi ranks at Camí de la Vileta, 51 and Carrer de Pasqual Ribot, 1.
Orthodontics
Emardental
Carrer d’Alfons el Magnànim, 2, ground floor
Bons Aires · 07004 Palma
- Monday to Thursday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Friday
- 9:00–13:00
By car
Street parking and the Santa Pagesa underground pay car park (Carrer d’Ausiàs March, 26), a 4-minute walk away. There is also a pay car park at s’Escorxador, about a 5-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy bus
EMT bus routes 12, 20, 24 and 40, stopping at "Pl. d’Abú Yahya", "Alfons el Magnànim" or "31 de desembre".
View bus routeBy taxi
Taxi rank at Plaça d’Abú Yahya, 2.
Orthodontics
Arcdental
Carrer de Sevilla, 8, ground floor
Son Dameto · 07013 Palma
- Monday and Wednesday
- 16:00–20:00
- Tuesday
- 9:00–13:00 · 16:00–20:00
- Thursday
- 13:00–19:00
- Friday
- 15:00–19:00
By car
Street parking and the pay car park at Hospital Juaneda Miramar, a 3-minute walk away. There is also free parking on Camí de la Vileta, about a 10-minute walk away.
Go to the car parkBy taxi
Taxi ranks at Carrer de Son Espanyolet, 58 and Carrer de Pasqual Ribot, 1.
Types of Invisalign treatment
Depending on how much the teeth need to move, Invisalign offers several treatments. The durations are approximate: at your first visit we give you the timeframe for your case.
Invisalign Express
For minor corrections, such as a slightly rotated tooth or a small gap. It is the shortest treatment, lasting a few months.
Invisalign Lite
For mild to moderate alignment problems that need a little more movement. It usually takes around 8 months.
Invisalign Comprehensive
Formerly called Invisalign Full. For complex crowding or bite cases. It usually takes between 12 and 36 months, depending on the case.
Invisalign Teen
Designed for teenagers, with wear indicators on the aligners to check they are being worn for the hours needed.
What is Invisalign treatment like?
Diagnosis and planning
At your first visit we assess your teeth, gums and bite, and take photographs and X-rays. We record your mouth with a 3D intraoral scanner, with no moulds or impression paste.
Using ClinCheck software we plan every movement, and you can see a simulation of how your smile will look before you start.
Aligners and check-ups
You receive your aligners and change them every one or two weeks, according to the plan. On some teeth we place attachments, small tooth-coloured composite bumps that help the aligners guide the movements.
It is normal to feel some pressure for the first few days with each new aligner. Check-ups are usually less frequent than with braces.
Retention
Once treatment is finished, teeth tend to drift back. To prevent this, we use a fixed retainer, a thin wire bonded behind the teeth, or a removable one, a clear tray worn mainly at night.
Invisalign or braces?
Invisalign is the most discreet and comfortable option: it can't be seen, it doesn't rub and you can eat anything because you take the aligners out. But it only works if you wear them almost all day. If you know you will find that hard, or if your case is very complex, braces do the work on their own.
If you want discreet fixed orthodontics, sapphire braces are clear and don't stain, and self-ligating braces are smaller and more comfortable than conventional ones. At your first visit we explain which options suit your case.
How to wear and care for your aligners
- Wear them for around 22 hours a day. Only take them out to eat, to drink anything other than water and to brush your teeth.
- Brush your teeth before putting them back in, so no food is trapped inside.
- Clean them with cold water and a soft brush. Hot water can warp them.
- Always keep them in their case when you are not wearing them. Wrapped in a napkin, they are easy to throw away by mistake.
- Change to the next aligner on the date we give you, even if the previous one still feels fine.
Frequently asked questions about invisible orthodontics
Who can have Invisalign?
Adults and teenagers with all their permanent teeth, as long as they commit to wearing the aligners for around 22 hours a day. In children, whose jaws are still growing, we usually consider interceptive orthodontics first.
How much does Invisalign cost in Palma?
It depends on the type of treatment and how long it takes: a mild case with Invisalign Express does not cost the same as a complex one. At your free first visit we give you a detailed quote for your case, and you can finance your treatment.
How long does treatment take?
It depends on how much the teeth need to move. Mild cases can be resolved in a few months, while complex ones take more than a year. At your first visit we give you the estimated timeframe for your case.
Do aligners hurt?
They don’t hurt, but it is normal to feel pressure for the first few days with each new aligner. It is a sign that the teeth are moving, and it usually wears off within two or three days.
Do aligners affect the way I speak?
At first you may notice slight difficulty with some sounds, but most people adapt within a few days.
Can I eat and drink normally?
Yes, because you take the aligners out to eat and no foods are off limits. While wearing them, it is best to drink only water: coffee, red wine or soft drinks can stain them, and sugary drinks get trapped against the teeth.
Is Invisalign suitable if I have periodontitis?
Yes, as long as the gum disease has been treated and is under control. Because the aligners come out, oral hygiene is easier than with braces. We assess it together with our periodontics team.
What if I grind my teeth?
You can still have Invisalign. The aligners cover the teeth in a similar way to a night guard, but it is important to tell us, because it may affect the treatment plan.
Who will treat you
Invisible orthodontics is led by Dr Cristina Martínez-Almoyna Rifá, who works alongside periodontics or paediatric dentistry when a case requires it. We are members of Invisalign and of the Spanish Orthodontic Society (SEDO).
