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Clear Aligners

Discover your best smile

A discreet, near invisible way to straighten your teeth that fits easily into your day.

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A more subtle way to straighten your teeth

If you’re thinking about giving your smile a boost, you’ve landed in the right spot. Picture yourself with a set of personalised, removable trays thoughtfully designed to gently guide your teeth into their ideal positions.

These trays, made from a transparent and smooth plastic material, offer a discreet way to enhance your smile while prioritising your comfort and confidence.

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The Journey

From consultation to a confident smile.

  1. Consultation and treatment planning

    Your dentist assesses your oral health, discusses your goals and confirms clear aligners are right for you. 3D imaging maps the precise movements of your teeth.

  2. Custom fabrication

    A series of aligners is made to fit your teeth snugly. Each set is worn for one to two weeks before you progress to the next.

  3. Wearing aligners

    Aligners are worn 20–22 hours a day, and come out easily for eating, drinking, brushing and flossing.

  4. Regular check-ups

    Periodic visits confirm your treatment is progressing as planned, and the plan is adjusted if needed.

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The detail

Understanding clear aligners

Everything worth knowing before you start, in plain language. Skip to what you need.

What are clear aligners?

Clear aligners are discreet guides for your teeth: clear, comfortable, removable trays that offer a nearly invisible alternative to braces.

Each aligner is custom designed for your smile. With 3D technology you can see the end result before you start.

Who should consider clear aligners?

Mild to moderate crowding, gaps and minor bite problems, for adults and teenagers committed to wearing their aligners as directed.

Benefits vs traditional braces

Your dentist will help you understand the best pathway. Aligners offer several advantages:

  • Aesthetics: far less visible than braces
  • Comfort: smooth, custom-fit trays don’t irritate cheeks and gums
  • Removability: take them out for meals and cleaning
  • No broken brackets or wires.

Why would I need clear aligners?

To correct crooked, crowded or unevenly spaced teeth, overbites and underbites, reducing stress on your bite and jaws.

How age affects your treatment

Whether you are an adult or teen, aligners are customised to your needs. Results depend on wearing them as your dentist recommends.

Caring for your aligners

Rinse them whenever you take them out, brush gently with a soft brush, and keep them in their case. Brush your teeth before putting them back in.

Oral health for life

Why choose us for clear aligners?

  • Time and care

    We don’t rush, because understanding you properly takes time, and you’re worth it.

  • Honest guidance

    We tell you what you need to know, not what we think you want to hear. Every option is on the table.

  • One practice, one plan

    From your first conversation to treatment and follow-up, everything stays under one roof.

  • Experienced clinicians

    Your care is led by highly trained clinicians using modern techniques and technology.

  • No surprises

    Before any treatment begins, you’ll know what’s involved, how long it takes, and what it costs.

  • Flexible payment options

    We offer clear, flexible payment options, so you can move forward in a way that works for you.

The clinicians who’ll treat you

A friendly, highly trained team of dentists and hygienists who get to know you and talk you through every step.

Meet the team

Dr Adam Durning

Dr Adam Durning

Dentist, Co-Director, Whanganui

Dr Jamie Searle

Dr Jamie Searle

Dentist, Whanganui

Dr Mark Huang

Dr Mark Huang

Dentist, Whanganui

Dr Sue Cheah

Dr Sue Cheah

Dentist, Whanganui

Dr Tony Lin

Dr Tony Lin

Dentist, Whanganui

Dr Jino Kunnetthedam

Dr Jino Kunnetthedam

Dentist, Whanganui

Dr Michael Zhang

Dr Michael Zhang

Dentist, Whanganui

Jenni Gibson

Jenni Gibson

Chief Operating Officer, Whanganui

Donna Rasmusen

Donna Rasmusen

Chief Financial Officer, Whanganui

Keri Hirst

Keri Hirst

Accounts Assistant, Whanganui

Richelle

Richelle

Hygienist, Whanganui

Danielle

Danielle

Receptionist, Whanganui

Milly-Rose

Milly-Rose

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Jessi

Jessi

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Louise

Louise

Hygienist, Whanganui

Kendall

Kendall

Laboratory Assistant, Whanganui

Theo

Theo

Sterilisation, Whanganui

Acacia

Acacia

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Jeimy

Jeimy

Laboratory Manager, Whanganui

Melissa

Melissa

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Grace

Grace

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Mya

Mya

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Ani

Ani

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

Kelly

Kelly

Office Manager, Whanganui

Mahalia

Mahalia

Dental Assistant, Whanganui

25 people at Whanganui

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FAQs

Common questions about clear aligners

20–22 hours each day. They come out for eating, drinking anything other than water, and cleaning.

Yes. Take them out to eat, and clean your teeth before putting them back in.

You may feel pressure for a day or two with each new set. That is the aligner doing its job.

Up close, someone may notice a slight sheen. From a normal conversational distance they are almost invisible.

No. Teenagers with all their adult teeth and adults of any age can be treated.

Six to eighteen months for most people.

Better oral health for a better life.

Wellbeing · Confidence · Happiness · Comfort

Perfect oral health is closer than you think. Our team has the expertise, passion and integrity to get you there.

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