At Switch Dental, we offer orthodontic solutions that go beyond aesthetics — because straight teeth aren’t just about looks. A well-aligned bite is easier to clean, distributes forces more evenly, and protects your teeth long-term. We focus on adult orthodontics using clear aligners like Invisalign Go, and offer advice and assessments for teens who may need specialist care. If you’re wondering whether orthodontics is right for you — or you’re still wearing a wire from years ago — we can help you understand your options, no pressure, just clarity.
Orthodontics is about achieving occlusal harmony — when teeth, muscles, and jaw joints are all working together. Misalignment (malocclusion) can show up as crowding, spacing, deep bites, crossbites, or shifting teeth. Even mild issues can cause:
- Difficulty chewing or cleaning certain teeth
- Premature wear or chipping
- Strain on the jaw and headaches
- Teeth drifting over time — especially if you’ve stopped wearing retainers
Teeth are like players in a rugby scrum — each has a job. When one isn’t pulling its weight or is out of line, the others compensate. Eventually, the strain shows.
And while we often associate straight smiles with beauty, it’s because symmetry usually reflects a well-balanced bite. Cleaner, healthier, longer-lasting — that’s the real win.
At Switch, we focus on clear aligner treatment for adults and older teens using Invisalign Go — a discreet, low-fuss solution for straightening front teeth or correcting minor crowding and spacing. It’s ideal if you had braces before and things have started to shift again, or you’ve always wanted to straighten your smile.
We also help with:
- Retainers – custom-made, removable or fixed, to hold your teeth in their new position
- Wire checks – if you still have a fixed retainer from high school, we’ll check if it’s still doing its job
- Minor adjustments or repairs – we can manage common issues like poking wires or small breakages
For complex cases or growing children, we’ll guide you to a trusted specialist orthodontist and remain your go-to for general care. We’ve built strong relationships with orthodontists in Wellington and can support your journey as part of your dental team.
After a consultation and digital scan, we’ll create a personalised aligner plan and show you a preview of your final result. Treatment typically involves wearing aligners for 20–22 hours a day and changing them every 1–2 weeks. You’ll have short review appointments to monitor progress.
Once your teeth are in position, retention is key. Teeth shift throughout life — even if you had braces as a teenager. Jaw changes, habits like clenching, and everyday forces from chewing and speaking can cause gradual movement. Retainers help keep everything in place.
Still have your old wire from braces? We’ll check if it’s helping or just hanging around. Loose, worn, or overly glued-in wires can cause more harm than good.
We focus on adult aligner treatment that fits your lifestyle
Our team (Dr Alex and Dr Matt) are experienced Invisalign Go providers
We help assess kids too — and guide you if specialist care is needed
We support long-term results with smart retention strategies
We won’t upsell — just clear info so you can decide
