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Braces Options for Younger Patients in London
Orthodontic problems are very common and usually the earlier the treatment, the better. The teenage years can be difficult enough without having to worry about wearing braces, which may be unsightly, painful and bulky. However, these problems are now a thing of the past, thanks to an amazing range of innovative, new treatments. Many of the concerns raised by teenage patients about wearing braces have now been addressed thanks to discreet fixed braces, invisible removable aligners and special features, which are designed to make the treatment process as stress-free as possible for young patients.
Invisalign teen
Invisalign is an amazing treatment available in London, especially for those who are image conscious and dread the thought of having to wear train-track braces for months on end. The Invisalign system is different to most other treatments because it uses clear aligners to move the teeth. They will need to be sported for a fortnight, and then you will switch to the next one. The aligners are made from clear plastic, making them invisible to others and they are also removable, which means you can eat and drink normally and look your best for special occasions and events.
Invisalign Teen works in exactly the same way as normal Invisalign, but with some additional features, which make the process easier. Invisalign Teen braces are fitted with a colour indicator to remind you when the aligner needs replacing and the set comes with spares in case you lose or damage one of your aligners.
Damon braces
Damon braces are fixed braces, which can achieve a great deal of movement, making them suitable for young people with complex orthodontic problems. Damon braces use state of the art friction-free technology to move the teeth gently and gradually. The braces are much finer than traditional fixed braces and the brackets are clear, making them more aesthetically pleasing.
Damon braces are effective and versatile and work faster than conventional fixed braces. Problems that can be corrected by Damon braces include crowding, spaces between the teeth, problems with the bite, including crossbite, underbite and overbite and crooked teeth.
Posted in: Damon Braces, Invisalign Teen, braces, orthadontics
Tags: Clear braces, London, Teenage braces, Teenage braces London
| February 1, 2012 at 9:35 am | No comment
Match up braces from dentists in London to your specific condition
If you have a crooked smile or gaps in your teeth the easiest and most common way to fix these cosmetic problems is with braces. Most people have braces fitted when they are teenagers, as not only is it preferable to carry out this kind of orthodontic work when you are young, but the braces are also free on the NHS while you’re under 18! The problem with these free braces is that they can be ugly, uncomfortable and often take a long time to be effective. Luckily, private dentists can offer a range of much-improved orthodontic solutions.
One of the most common questions dentists are asked about braces and aligners is how visible they will be. Many of the newest types of orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign, are almost invisible. They are also much easier to fit and cause fewer problems with eating and speaking. Even better for self-conscious teenagers, many of these braces can be removed for special occasions.
Of course, this also has a negative side as the braces will not work as well should the patient insist on taking them out too often! However, there are Invisalign braces designed for teenagers, which help their orthodontist keep a check on how long they are wearing them for each day.
Many patients have only minor cosmetic problems with their teeth, which don’t require serious and long-term orthodontic work. In the past, these patients could only be given the same braces as those who had major orthodontic problems. However, today braces like the Inman Aligner, which can be used to move only the front teeth into a straighter position, are available to those who only require minor and short-term corrections. This can be ideal for those who are hoping to perfect their smile for a special day, perhaps a wedding, rather than needing braces for the sake of their oral health.
Posted in: braces
Tags: Aligners, comfortable braces, Inman Aligner, Invisalign
| January 16, 2012 at 8:05 am | No comment
Orthodontics has come on leaps and bounds in recent years
Today it seems that not a day goes by where a new advancement is made in the general field of dentistry, and it seems the farthest ahead in terms of technology is the dental field of orthodontics. In recent years there have been a number of advances that have been hailed as nothing short of revolutionary.
Gone are the days of self conscious wearers of braces, scared of revealing their metallic smile to the world. Nowadays there are a huge number of alternatives to traditional braces and people can now fix their smiles without anyone being any the wiser!
While advances in braces themselves are impressive, another area that has seen leaps in technology is the design and implementation of braces.
OrthoCAD IQ
The OrthoCAD IQ system is a revolutionary new digital programme that allows orthodontists to place braces in the mouth easier, more accurately and quicker than before. While there are areas within dentistry that a human hand may be superior to a machine, the placement of braces to a millimetre’s accuracy every time is no easy feat for our fleshy selves. The use of the OrthoCAD IQ system allows the brace to be placed at the exact place the orthodontist desires.
Other digital advances have given dentists the ability to easily diagnose problems and come up with solutions, to anything from tooth cavities to gone astray teeth. While X-rays are by no means new, continuous advances in the field such as digital photography have made the use of x-rays far more reliable and useful in recent years.
Aligners and Braces
As mentioned earlier, traditional ‘railroad track’ braces are becoming a thing of the past, as they are replaced by newer equipment, the most notable of which are aligners.
The most common aligners are those of Invisalign and the Inman Aligner. The use of modern material means that teeth can now be brought back to the shape you desire using less material for quicker results. Both Invisalign and the Inman Aligner are being heralded as ‘revolutionary’ due to them being almost completely invisible, as well as removable, generally cost effective and taking only a fraction of the time.
With such advances in dentistry in recent times, it’s no wonder that patients are choosing to have their smiles rejuvenated with the latest techniques rather than live with a smile that doesn’t light up the sidewalk.
Posted in: braces
Tags: fixed braces, Inman aligners, OrthoCAD IQ, Orthodontics
| September 22, 2011 at 8:00 am | No comment
The sultry songstress sports a new look
Having sold countless numbers of albums and concerts across the world, beauty Katy Perry has demonstrated throughout this time that she is not afraid of dabbling with her looks as she has donned many outfits. Her latest look is bound to cause a stir.
What the fuss is all about
Having first modelled her high school persona at this year’s Teen Choice Awards in America, Katy has decided to wear braces and dressing in attire more akin to the 1980’s. The reason for her recent transformation is steeped in personal history and was tweeted not long ago. “In middle school they called me ‘over the shoulder boulder holder’ [and] now they call me ‘hot’”. The photos have been shot for the cover of her new single Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)? and is bound to be as popular as her previous tunes.
What about her devoted partner?
Perry’s husband, comedian and film star Russell Brand, tweeted himself recently saying that why he was deported from Japan was because of his previous crimes. He has battled drug and alcohol addiction and due to this has been arrested on many occasions which include a recent tussle with a paparazzi photographer in 2010 at Los Angeles airport.
After being arrested, Brand commented on Sunday of his Japanese troubles on his Twitter page: “Planning escape from Japanese custody. It’s bloody hard to dig a tunnel with a chopstick”. Brand followed this up with an additional Tweet. “Stockholm syndrome kicking in. Just asked my guard out for [vegetarian] sushi. He giggled.”
The current scenario for Katy
Although her husband might not be able to be there by her side for what seems like reasons beyond his control, Perry continues her tour in Japan where she is bound to wow crowds with her on-stage performances and this new look which will impress.
After marrying in 2010, Perry and Brand and have become one of the most talked-about couples around and rightly so especially when Katy keeps on reinventing herself like this. Whatever Katy has in store for the future will keep many on tenterhooks.
Posted in: Celebrity, braces
Tags: celeb braces, Celeb dentistry, Katy Perry, Russell Brand
| July 11, 2011 at 10:09 am | No comment
Inman Aligners: The New Alternative
First appearances are crucial and can make a huge difference in others’ initial opinion of you. And the first thing people notice is a smile. As such, many people spend a large amount of money on Porcelain Veneers or invest a lot of time in both clear and visible braces. The Inman Aligner is an alternative that is both generally cheaper than veneers and gives noticeably quicker results than braces.
Braces, Veneers or Aligner?
Until Porcelain Veneers, the only real option to help the realignment of a smile was braces. While effective, traditional braces were rather unappealing to look at, while clear ones took a rather long time to take effect.
With the invention of Porcelain Veneers in the 1980s an alternative was given, albeit one that was initially only available to those who could afford it. This option was virtually instantaneous when compared to braces but involved the grinding of teeth, which many people found unappealing as well as expensive.
The Inman Aligner combined the swiftness of the veneer with the price of braces. While prices vary depending on the level of treatment, type of treatment and where the treatment is done, braces can cost £5,000, while the aligner can start at £1,150, making them a good deal cheaper than a lot of braces, let alone veneers.
But what are Inman Aligners?
The Inman Aligner is essentially a brace, the vast majority of which is out of sight, behind the teeth. Most clear braces can take up to 2 years to take effect, the Inman Aligner is meant to work in as little as a 4 to 6 weeks.
The brace uses conventional pressure to adjust teeth but uses less rather than more to achieve its results, which lessens the resistance the tooth gives and allows movement of the tooth to happen quicker. The decreased pressure also means the aligner doesn’t need to be as tight, so dental check-ups can be done on a much less frequent basis, usually only once a month.
With these revolutionary improvements to the standard price at a fraction of the price, the claim of it ‘revolutionising dentistry’ is clearly not given half heartedly.
Posted in: Dental Veneers, braces
Tags: braces, Inman Aligner, teeth straightening, veneers
| May 5, 2011 at 1:29 pm | No comment
Incognito Braces – the secret solution to a stunning smile!
For people of any age braces come pre-loaded with a massive stigma. Nobody wants to wear braces but everybody wants that perfect smile. The embarrassment of wearing braces can be difficult to deal with and if your dream of having that perfect smile is crushed by the thought of a metal mouth for the months or years it will take then don’t fear…technology may have found your solution!
The latest in brace technology brings us state-of-the-art Incognito braces. Incognito braces are comfortable, effective and best of all virtually invisible. This means that you no longer have to suffer the embarrassment of being a brace face and still your Cheryl Cole smile may just be achievable.
Discreet braces for you
Incognito braces are fitted to the back of your teeth meaning that it would be very hard for anyone to spot them when you smile. The secret is yours to share and if you choose not to reveal it the chances are you‘ll get away without detection. It is also very comfortable and relatively painless to wear which makes it one of the more convenient options in orthodontics.
A brace that is fitted to the back of your teeth is known as a lingual brace and the Incognito brace is just one of a number of these. Lingual braces do tend to affect your speech slightly as it affects the way your tongue makes contact with the back of your teeth. The advantage of the Incognito brace is that the brackets and wires are significantly lighter and finer which means that your speech is not so dramatically affected and it is much more comfortable to wear.
The custom-made brace is the only orthodontic appliance made in the UK which is 100% designed purposely for each individual mouth and this makes it as reliable, discreet and effective as can be. It is available to people of any age – even teenagers who may not yet have their full set of adult teeth. Treatment time varies as with all types of brace but you can expect treatment to last for anything from one up to three years.
With an Incognito brace it really is possible to achieve that perfect smile and still maintain your street cred. The Incognito brace is the sophisticated solution to your skewed smile and if you think the Incognito brace is the answer to your problems then don’t hesitate – the road to achieving that stunning smile is just a dentist trip away.
Posted in: braces
Tags: Incognito Braces, invisible braces, lingual brace, Orthodontics
| March 24, 2011 at 1:43 pm | No comment
Damon Braces: for teeth that slide into position
Damon Braces are an improvement on traditional braces, offering enhanced flexibility and comfort. Where traditional wire braces can create stress and unnecessary tension on the teeth, the Damon Braces system aligns teeth without this discomfort.
This system allows wearers to receive effective teeth alignment treatment without the pain of having the braces tightened. What’s more, teeth aligned with Damon Braces are aligned much quicker than with traditional braces. Other benefits of Damon Braces mean that teeth are less likely to have to be pulled to achieve optimal alignment.
Damon Braces utilise the most advanced orthodontic technology available to ensure a thorough, effective and successful treatment is performed. If you have crooked, crowded or twisted teeth or gaps between your teeth, Damon Braces are for you.
Once seen as a rite of passage for teens, many adults are seeking orthodontic treatment for correcting crooked smiles to improve their aesthetics and the functionality of their teeth. In fact, this boom in the number of over 50’s receiving dental treatment has been affectionately dubbed the age of the Bracelift.
Bracelifts can do more than just approve the aesthetics of your mouth. If you are over 50, they can give you more mid-face support, a broader arch and a fuller, more youthful smile. A Bracelift can provide life-long improvement to your overall appearance and self confidence.
For more information and to determine if you or your teenager are eligible for Damon Braces, please contact us to book a consultation. Your fuss-free, beautiful smile is only a phone call away.
Posted in: Damon Braces, braces
Tags: braces, Damon Braces, Orthodontics, Straighter Smiles
| March 16, 2011 at 1:41 pm | No comment
Achieving your dream smile without the nightmare of braces
Ever looked in the mirror and dreamed of a poker straight smile? Cannot even contemplate the embarrassment of being a grown-up with a teenage grin? Do you accept your skewed smile knowing that you are never going to go down the road of braces? Invisalign may just be able to help.
Invisalign treatment is a teeth straightening solution like no other. Invisalign aligners do an equally effective job to that of traditional orthodontic braces but this treatment has a few added benefits that may be the answer to your problems: convenient; removable and INVISIBLE! Invisalign gives you the option of achieving your perfect smile whilst keeping it on the down low.
Invisalign aligners are transparent appliances that fit to your teeth virtually invisibly and work by slowly but surely changing the position of your teeth. Every two weeks you will progress to the next aligner in the series and each time you change the appliance your teeth will edge that little bit nearer to perfection.
Invisalign has a number of benefits over other teeth aligning treatments which make it such a popular choice if strong, sure but silent is the type of treatment you’re looking for.
They’re not just invisible!
The major benefit for most people with Invisalign is that it is removable and you must remove the appliance to eat, drink and clean your teeth meaning that you do not have to change your diet and more importantly you do not have to compromise or complicate your oral health whilst undergoing treatment. Similarly, if there is that vitally important meeting, first date or social event where you need to be on top form then there is no harm in leaving the aligner in its case for a couple of hours – although it is not recommended that you make a habit of this!
The comfort, convenience and the simple way in which Invisalign does its job without affecting your everyday life or your pride and whilst maintaining an effectiveness as stellar as that of traditional, more troublesome forms of orthodontic treatment are other attractive benefits for anyone considering undergoing the Invisalign treatment.
If you dream of the day you can flash that poker straight smile with pride but the thought of wearing braces is too much of a nightmare to comprehend then Invisalign may be perfect for you. Achieving your dream smile is comfortable, convenient and confidential with Invisalign.
Posted in: Invisalign, braces
Tags: braces, Invisalign, invisible braces, Straighter Smiles
| March 9, 2011 at 1:36 pm | No comment
Klass-ey Invisible Braces
Television presenter Myleene Klass has recently landed a plum job presenting ITV’s This Morning on Fridays and it seems she celebrated by vowing to straighten her imperfect teeth. The celebrity inadvertently revealed her orthodontic device during a recent segment on the show that involved food tasting. Until that point it was not public knowledge that Myleene was undergoing orthodontic treatment, but she has since confirmed that she had the brace fitted some time ago to bring her teeth into line. (more…)
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| August 3, 2010 at 1:06 pm | No comment
Orthodontists Bearing Their Teeth At TV Show
Dentists have recently condemned the hit American TV Show ‘Ugly Betty’ for its negative portrayal of dental braces. In the show the lead character wears a pair of ‘train track’ wire braces. Orthodontics experts are worried that this could discourage people who need braces, as they may associate the unsightly train track style with orthodontic work. However, it is very rare for adults to be fitted with this style of braces and on the odd occasion when they are they are usually only ever required to wear them for a maximum of two years. The fact that braces are associated with ‘ugliness’, as portrayed in the program, has orthodontists worried about people avoiding having the treatment, when they may desperately need it.
However, if you’re one of these people who need corrective work done to their teeth, but are turned off by the idea of wearing braces then you should consult your orthodontist. They’ll be able to offer you a range of alternative treatments, and if it turns out that you are required to wear braces then it’s pretty unlikely you’ll have to wear the train track style wire braces. Modern braces are much more discrete and if some cosmetic dentistry experts are even able to offer their clients alternative corrective treatments that are just as effective as braces, but barely noticeable.
At the end of the day, you shouldn’t be worried about wearing braces as although popular TV shows may portray them as being typically unsightly, the fact is that most people probably won’t even notice you’re wearing them.
Posted in: Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Orthodontists, braces
Tags: braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Orthodontist
| March 25, 2010 at 4:03 pm | No comment
