Clear Aligner Consultation – Discreet Alignment at Your Own Pace

What this service offers

A clear picture of your options, with no pressure to decide on the day

The consultation is designed to give you a full and honest picture of whether clear aligners are a suitable fit for your teeth and your life — not to steer you toward a particular outcome. You will receive a thorough smile assessment, a plain-language explanation of how aligners work, and a written plan that covers timing and costs, so you can read it through quietly at home before deciding anything at all.

Discreet, removable option

Aligners are nearly invisible and can be removed for meals and occasions — suitable for both teens and adults.

Written plan to take home

Timing, steps, and full costs set out in writing — no need to decide in the room.

About an hour

The session runs approximately one hour, giving enough time for a proper assessment and a thorough conversation.

We understand

It can be hard to know where orthodontic curiosity becomes something worth exploring

Many people carry a quiet awareness that their teeth are slightly crooked, or that spacing has shifted over the years. For some, it is a cosmetic consideration. For others, there are practical elements — certain teeth wearing unevenly, or minor difficulty cleaning in between. Either way, it tends to stay in the background, not quite urgent enough to act on, but present enough to notice.

Clear aligners have become a familiar option, but the information available online does not always make it easy to understand whether they are suitable for a particular situation, what the process actually feels like day to day, or what the realistic timeline and cost would be. The gap between general information and a clear personal picture is often what keeps people from taking a first step.

The consultation at Lumex Arc Bridge is designed to close that gap — calmly, with no obligation attached.

Our approach

An honest assessment of whether aligners are a good fit — for your teeth and your life

Smile and bite assessment

We look at your teeth, spacing, and bite carefully to understand what is actually happening and whether aligners are a suitable path.

Plain explanation of how aligners work

We cover the process in plain language — how aligners move teeth gradually, what wearing them day to day involves, and what to expect at each stage.

Tailored for teens and adults alike

The consultation is adapted depending on age and lifestyle — the considerations for a teenager differ from those for an adult, and we address them accordingly.

Honest if aligners are not the right fit

If assessment suggests that aligners are not suitable for your situation, we will say so clearly and explain what alternatives might be worth considering.

What to expect

A single hour that gives you everything you need to decide

1

A relaxed start — telling us what you have been wondering about

The session begins with a short conversation. There are no forms to fill in first. We simply want to understand what has been on your mind and what prompted you to come in.

2

The assessment — a careful look at your teeth

We carry out a thorough smile and bite assessment, noting what we find as we go. You are welcome to ask questions throughout — this is your time to understand your situation, not just be examined.

3

The overview — how aligners would work for you specifically

Based on the assessment, we explain how clear aligners could address your situation, what the process would look like, and a realistic sense of timing — without overpromising.

4

You leave with a written plan — the next step is yours

Before you leave, we put together a written plan covering the proposed treatment, timeline, and full costs. There is no expectation to respond immediately — read it through at home and come back when you are ready.

The investment

A clear figure — and a written plan to review before committing to anything

¥42,000

Consultation and assessment investment

This covers the full consultation session — smile assessment, treatment overview, and written plan with costs. The written plan you take home will include a clear breakdown of what any subsequent aligner treatment would involve financially, so you have a complete picture before deciding.

There is no obligation to proceed after the consultation. The decision is entirely yours.

What is included

Thorough smile and bite assessment
Plain-language overview of how aligners work
Suitability assessment for your specific situation
Written plan with proposed treatment and timeline
Full cost breakdown included in the written plan
Follow-up by email or phone with any questions after the session

How it works

Clear aligners work gradually — and the process is more manageable than it might seem

Clear aligners work by moving teeth in small, controlled increments using a series of custom-fitted trays, each worn for a set period before progressing to the next. Because they are removable, daily routines — eating, brushing, and flossing — are not significantly disrupted. Most people adjust to wearing them within a few days.

Suitability depends on the nature of the alignment concern. Some situations respond well to aligners; others may call for a different approach. The consultation is designed to assess this honestly, so the plan you receive reflects your situation accurately — including a realistic sense of how long treatment might take and what to expect along the way.

~1 hour

Full consultation session length

Teens & adults

Suitable age range considered at the assessment

No obligation

The written plan is yours to consider without any pressure to proceed

Our commitment

The consultation is yours to use however it is most helpful — including deciding not to proceed

We believe a consultation should leave you more informed and more settled, not more pressured. The session is yours to ask as much or as little as you need. If the assessment suggests aligners are not the right fit for your situation, we will tell you that honestly — and where possible, suggest what else might be worth considering.

The written plan you receive is a resource for your own thinking. Some people book treatment promptly; others take several weeks to decide; some conclude that now is not the right time. All of those outcomes are entirely fine. We are here when you are ready, and there is no follow-up pressure in the meantime.

The next step after the consultation is entirely yours to decide, in your own time.

Getting started

Arranging a consultation takes just a short message

1

Leave us a short note

Use the contact form on our home page. A brief line about what you are curious about is enough — we will reply and find a time that works for you.

2

Come in for the consultation

The session runs for about an hour. Bring any questions you have been sitting on — this is a good time to ask them, however basic or detailed.

3

Read through the plan at home

You leave with a written plan and cost breakdown. Read through it in your own time. If questions come up, reach out by email or phone — we are happy to help with them before you make any decision.

Thinking about clear aligners? A conversation is a gentle first step.

Send us a note through the contact form and we will arrange a consultation at a time that suits you. The session carries no obligation — just a thorough, honest assessment and a written plan to take home.

Get in Touch

No commitment after the session. The plan is yours to review at home.

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