Invisalign - Perfect Your Smile For Your Wedding Day!

I'm very happy to have been working with Invisalign recently and want to present one of their beautiful brides to you...
 
When Nicola’s partner proposed, she was over the moon.  However, a big concern weighing heavily on her mind wasn’t how she was going to cope with her busy full time job as a travel consultant and organising a wedding, but how she was going to smile with confidence on the big day.

 

“I was always conscious that my teeth were crooked, but didn’t do anything about it as a child or into my teens.  I was embarrassed to smile and would cover my mouth when I talked– people automatically assumed I was miserable as I rarely smiled.  Straightening my teeth was something I had considered in the past so my wedding coming up, it seemed like there was no time like the present to improve my smile.”

 

“When my partner proposed to me, I started to seriously consider having my teeth corrected as I wanted to relax and enjoy my big day, without having to worry about how my smile would look in pictures. Your wedding album is memory to cherish; the last thing I wanted was to be constantly reminded of my crooked teeth!
 
Having finally made the decision, I visited my dentist to see what options were available.  We discussed fixed braces but my job as a travel consultant involves a great deal of face-to-face liaison with customers and I really didn’t like the thought of having train tracks at my age.

Before Invisalign

Before Invisalign

I was referred to an orthodontist, but wasn’t satisfied with the recommended treatment plan. The orthodontist suggested that I had some of my teeth extracted and veneers put in – not only did this sound incredibly painful but it seemed a little over the top.  I wanted a second opinion and conducted some of my own research on the Internet.  That’s when I came across Invisalign which sounded great!
 
I’ve been in treatment for almost 12 months and the changes to my teeth have been truly amazing. I noticed movement within three months of starting treatment and I’m delighted with the results.  I’m so much more confident now and I don’t have to cover my mouth with my hand when talking to people. 

After Invisalign



After Invisalign

 

I got married on 23^rd May 2009 and it was the most exciting and memorable day of my life.  I was just so happy and couldn’t stop smiling all day – my face ached by the end of it!  I’ve always shied away from the camera so it was quite an odd experience to feel so confident and beautiful.  Looking back at the photographs, I’m so glad I had my teeth straightened, I’m proud to show off my wedding pictures and we have a wealth of them framed and displayed for everyone to see in our new home.

 

The greatest benefit of the treatment was being able to remove the aligners to eat and drink.  I didn’t have to worry about food getting stuck in my teeth and almost none of my friends knew I was straightening my teeth. Invisalign was the perfect option for me and I have since recommended a friend who was so impressed with my results, she’s now in treatment herself!

Nicola Hall is a 31 year old travel consultant from Cambridgeshire.

 

About Align Technology

Align Technology designs, manufactures and markets Invisalign, a proprietary method for treating malocclusion, or the misalignment of teeth. Invisalign corrects malocclusion using a series of clear, nearly invisible, removable appliances that gently move teeth to a desired final position. Because it does not rely on the use of metal or ceramic brackets and wires, Invisalign significantly reduces the aesthetic and other limitations associated with braces. Invisalign is appropriate for treating adults and teens. Align Technology was founded in March 1997 and received FDA clearance to market Invisalign in 1998. Today, the Invisalign product family includes Invisalign Full, Invisalign Anterior, Invisalign Lite, Invisalign Teen, Invisalign i7 and Vivera Retainers.

Align Technology is a leader in the category with over 1.8m people worldwide treated with Invisalign to date. Align Technology are revolutionising the industry as the pioneer of clear aligner teeth straightening and currently hold several pieces of intellectual property including process and design patents. 

Availability

For more information and to find a practitioner near you, visit http://www.facebook.com/invisalign / http://www.invisalign.co.uk or call 0845 644 5462.

Tasty Treats - Muller Breakfast Corner

For the past couple of weeks I've been enjoying these yogurts for breakfast or as a mid-morning snack.




They are made up of tasty bio yoghurt with fruit granola. You can choose from strawberry, tropical, or raspberry and cranberry.
With around 150 calories per pot and all natural ingredients, they are great if you are trying to eat healthy :)
For full nutritional information, visit the Muller website
Enjoy!

 

Sleep in a Bottle

Well I wish I'd used this the night before my wedding! I remember finally crawling into bed at 2am and then laying awake with excitement and nerves. I could have done with some 'sleep in a bottle' to help compensate :)




Guerlain's Midnight Secret is a 'late night recovery treatment' designed for nights that are too short and should be applied to a cleansed face before going to bed.  Its special formula (named Hydronoctine) contains ingredients that increase the level of oxygen in the skin to help it recuperate rapidly.  The result is that your face looks refreshed and bright in the morning.
I tried it for the first time last week and was very impressed.  I didn't expect the results to be visible but my skin did look smooth and bright in the morning.
It is an expensive product but worth it for your big day!  Take care not to over use it though.  It's powerful stuff and not recommended for use more than three times a week!
Available from Debenhams Beauty

 

balance Me - Radiance Face Mask

Well I'm seriously loving this triple action face mask that polishes, hydrates and smoothes. 

To use it, smooth over a cleansed face in circular massage movements.  Leave for up to five minutes and then remove with warm water.

It contains kaolin clay to deeply cleanse, ground walnut shells to exfoliate, and a fruit acid complex to brighten the skin.

I love the smell and texture of this product.  The microscopic walnut shell did a great job of exfoliating and my skin looked brighter and smoother after leaving the mask on for five minutes. 

By combining an exfoliator and mask into one product it's also a great time saver for busy brides who want to achieve bright, polished skin from home.  Highly recommend you give it a try!

Love,

 

balance Me - Moisture-Rich Face Cream

Well they weren't lying when they called this day cream 'moisture rich!'  It does exactly what it says on the label...

"Treat your skin to our concentrated, deeply hydrating moisturiser that is bursting with skin smoothing ingredients including anti-oxidant rich Artic cloudberry, rose otto, camellia and kukui nut oils to protect your precious skin from daily wear and tear."

This face cream glides on and you don't need much of it to really re-hydrate your skin.  It cleared up some dry patches I had with just a couple of applications. 
You can use it as both a day and night cream but if using in the mornings I would recommend waiting about 15 minutes before applying make-up to allow the skin time to absorb the cream and all its goodness.

I would recommend this to brides to help keep your skin looking fresh and bright all day.  It also helps keep your make-up in place.

Love,