You can try to come to terms with traditional metal, fixed braces- you can get used to the intense cleaning program to keep your mouth hygienic, you can even get the hang of wearing them- not that you have a lot of choice, but it’s the way they often look in the mouth that people have trouble coming to terms with; they’re not always aesthetically pleasing to look at. But now, throughout surgeries in west London, dentist can offer a device that removes all of these problems, whilst reducing treatment times to over two-thirds- Invisalign. This cute little aligner is moulded from a clear material that is very difficult to see when it’s fitted around the teeth; for the very vain amongst us, this device is ‘manna from heaven’, removing the stigma that gives braces such bad press. On an oral hygiene level, it can be removed too, allowing you to keep your teeth clean and healthy during the time the treatment takes. If it has one downside, it’s a tad more expensive than its other peers, but this is definitely one occasion where the advantages outweigh the costs.
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Revolutionary Clearstep braces and whitening from Central London dentist
August 9th, 2010
For many years, the only way of straightening teeth was with the traditional-style metal braces complete with metal wires and fixed brackets. Although effective, these braces really cared little for the impact they had on the smile aesthetically and could often be the source of discomfort and even pain, especially after tightening appointments.
Thankfully over the past decade, dentists have really been trying to develop more new treatments that offer the same rate of success but without the significant drawbacks of traditional braces. One of the most successful new treatments is called Clearstep and can be used to straighten many forms of alignment and bite issues that affect the teeth. Clearstep offers a more complete orthodontic treatment than many other of the new aligners which are limited in their impact to only minor straightening.
Clearstep retainers use a very high-grade plastic to manufacture their retainers, making them very discreet when in the mouth. This means they are perfect for young professionals and teenagers keen to avoid the stigma of wearing braces. The Clearstep brace is also completely removable which is also a bonus when it comes to cleaning and for special occasions.
Ingeniously, Clearstep braces can also be used in tandem with various whitening treatments meaning that not only will your teeth be straighter at the end of treatment, but they will also be whiter. This is possible because the Clearstep braces are specially designed to fit the individual’s teeth and the whitening agent can simply be added into the retainer. Clearstep braces cost in the range of £1,500 to about £4,000 depending on the needs of the patient, which is about the same as a traditional brace would cost from a Central London dentist.
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Revolutionary treatment with Six Month Smile from Central London dentist
June 20th, 2010
Everybody knows what traditional braces look like, either from personal experience or from knowing somebody who had to wear them. So you won’t be shocked when I say that they’re not exactly the most beautiful things in the world. Yet we all know how important they are for providing patients with beautiful, straight smiles they can have confidence in. Until recently, this sacrifice was the only option if you wanted to have a great smile.
In recent years, a number of other straighteners have come onto the market that have offered similarly beneficial results but without the need for the visual impact. One of the leading lights of this new wave of brace is called the six Month Smile brace and is available from Central London dentists. The Six Month Smile has set out to address all the major drawbacks associated commonly with the old-style fixed metal brace.
Firstly, there is the visual aspect. This has been addressed by reducing the size of the brackets and making them out of ceramic and clear plastic. This makes them much more discreet than the bulky metal brackets of old. The wires are also made of tooth coloured material to reduce the impact.
The comfort factor has also been addressed with the need for fewer uncomfortable tightening appointments with the dentist. Anyone who has had a brace tightened will know what a relief this can be. The treatment time with Six Month Smile has also been spectacularly reduced, with the average treatment time being, that’s right, you’ve guessed it, just six months. It’s all in the name really. This is an incredible three quarters less than treatment with traditional braces on average.
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Invisalign Teen braces from West London dentist make wearing braces easier
June 15th, 2010
Anyone who has gone through their teenage years knows that it can be a very difficult time. So for parents who have children who need braces during this emotionally trying time it can be a concern and something that you would like to avoid. However, most parents know that having an attractive and confident smile is more important in the long run.
Luckily, there is now an orthodontic treatment that means you don’t need to wear ugly, fixed metal braces for as long as three years yet you can still have beautiful straight teeth. This new system is called Invisalign teen and uses a system of one-millimetre thick plastic braces to straighten teeth over the course of about 18 months. The main objective of Invisalign teen is to provide excellent straightening whole minimising the impact both visually and physically for the teenage patient.
The system comes with several specially adapted benefits for the teenage patient and their parents. As well as being comfortable and very discreet they are also fitted with special tabs that change colour gradually to allow the wearer to know when it is time to change the aligner. This also allows the parents to know if their child has been wearing the brace for a sufficient amount of time. They are also designed to allow room for teeth to develop at the back of the dental arc, as they commonly do during the teenage years.
The Invisalign braces are also removable which means they can be taken out for cleaning. This is frequently a problem for fixed braces, as they do not allow for a thorough cleaning of the teeth due the position of the brackets. Invisalign Teen braces are available from West London dentists who can also provide more information about suitability and the benefits of treatment.
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75% faster straightening with Six Month Smile braces from Central London dentist
January 1st, 2010
Are you one of the millions of people that stifle laughs or are constantly trying to cover your mouth when you smile because you are embarrassed of your teeth? Many adults are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth but can’t face the prospect of wearing ugly fixed-metal braces for months or years on end. Now, a revolutionary new treatment is available called Six Month Smile which promises straighter teeth in, that’s right, just six months.
Six Month Smile braces are also not fixed so they have the added advantage of being completely removable should you have an important social engagement or big presentation at work. The treatment is fast, easy and affordable and is rapidly becoming the orthodontic straightening appliance of choice for thousands of patients and dentists across the country. Dentists in Central London are noticing a surge in demand for this very innovative product as adults everywhere realise they can have the teeth they always wanted without the fuss.
All the materials used in the Six Month Smile brace are small, discreet and mostly tooth coloured. It has to be said that there are more discreet options available but with a reduction in treatment time of 75 per cent on most other braces it really is not much of an issue. In fact, Six Month Braces are in your mouth for so little time most people might not even notice you are wearing them.
Make an appointment with a Central London dentist to see if your teeth are suitable for the incredible straightening power of Six Month Smile braces and you could finally have the confidence to laugh and smile without worrying about your teeth.
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Low visibility Invisalign braces from City of London dentist
December 10th, 2009
Invisalign braces are an invisible and genuinely effective alternative orthodontic straightening method to old-fashioned fixed-metal braces. Made from one millimetre thick clear plastic, Invisalign retainers are almost impossible to see unless you are aware the patient is wearing them. For many patients who have always wanted straight teeth but been too afraid or concerned by the ugly wire and bracket metal braces, Invisalign is the straightening answer they have been searching for.
Introduced at the start of the new millennium by Align Technologies, the Invisalign system involves wearing a series of these clear plastic retainers (usually about 20 to 25 in total) for periods of two weeks each. Each retainer has been designed and manufactured using computer-guided technology to make small adjustments in the teeth gradually moving them in to the right position.
The obvious advantage of the Invisalign system is the level of discretion provided but also important to remember is that the retainers are completely removable. This means they can be taken out for big social occasions and crucially for eating. This greatly limits the impact of the braces on your lifestyle meaning for the first time there is a brace that fits around you and not the other way round.
The cost of Invisalign braces will vary depending on the nature of treatment required but will usually be competitive with most other forms of straightening treatments. This is just another reason why City of London dentists are seeing more and more patients opting for the Invisalign system.
Invisalign is a flexible and effective way of straightening teeth. The retainers will have the minimum impact on your life and the maximum impact on your smile.
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Straighter teeth with invisible Invisalign braces from West London dentist
December 2nd, 2009
Having straight teeth is fundamental to having a beautiful smile. For many of us not blessed with naturally straight teeth there is the option of orthodontic teeth straightening. This involves fitting a device around the teeth to gradually move them into the desired position. As you are surely all aware, this is called a brace and its most common form is that of a fixed metal bracket and wire system, often more commonly known as ‘train track’ braces. These fixed metal braces can be quite unattractive and very uncomfortable for the wearer but for years they were considered a necessary evil to have straighter teeth.
However, orthodontic technology has come a long way in the last ten years. There are now available a whole new range of more aesthetically pleasing straightening devices that offer a much higher degree of discretion. By far the most discreet brace available is the Invisalign retainer. Introduced in 1999 by Align Technologies, the Invisalign retainer is a one millimetre thick plastic retainer that is designed to fit over the teeth making small adjustments. Each retainer is worn for a period of two to three weeks before a new retainer is used, again with a small adjustment. In all, an average of twenty retainers are used throughout the course of the treatment, although this varies on a patient-to-patient basis.
As most braces are fitted to patients in their teenage years, the level of discretion offered by Invisalign is invaluable. In the emotionally charged and difficult teen years nobody wants to stand out from the crowd, so a virtually invisible Invisalign retainer could be perfect for straightening teeth and retaining the patient’s confidence. Similarly for more mature patients keen to avoid the stigma attached to wearing braces at a later time in life, the Invisalign system can offer teeth straightening while maintaining the patient’s mature and professional appearance. One of the other major advantages of the Invisalign system is that the braces are completely removable. This means they can be taken out for meal times and important meetings or social occasions.
Invisalign braces were not the first clear plastic retainers on the market but they are certainly the first that offer an authentic straightening power. The retainers offer the best of both worlds for patients eager to have the perfect straight toothed smile. If you are considering teeth straightening treatment, speak to a West London dentist about Invisalign braces.
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