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Smile makeover your self-esteem and confidence
In today’s modern world, filled with amazing and revolutionary technology, you don’t always have to be stuck with what you’ve got. And that includes your smile!
The modern world of dentistry has advanced hugely over the last few years, and cosmetic dentistry is now widely available. And it’s not only the privileged and rich and famous who are able to access world class profession treatment from cosmetic dental surgeries. Many treatments are very quick (sometimes being done in just one short visit!) and painless, some even pleasurable, or as good as, such as some teeth whitening treatments that give you a film to watch while your teeth are whitened!
Porcelain Veneers
Often described as the ‘ultimate smile makeover’, porcelain veneers can quickly and easily transform your smile. The process is rather simple, damaged or discoloured teeth able to be covered by thin shells coloured to the shade desired. The shells are also very resistant to further staining. Because of the dramatic difference porcelain veneers can make with relatively little effort, they have become very popular and should be seriously considered by anyone wanting a brand new shiny smile.
Teeth Whitening
There are now a number of ways to whiten your teeth. Laser whitening has proved popular because of the speed at which a noticeable change occurs and the small amount of time it takes. This speed has also been seen as a negative by some however, who say the noticeable difference make it too obvious to others that you have had your teeth whitened.
Home whitening kits have also become widely known. The long lasting and effective results make it a viable option, especially as the results are gradual and not as instantly noticeable. It is strongly recommended that you buy from your dentist, as home kits bought from the internet and other places outside your local dental surgery can be dangerous because of the concentration levels of the bleach.
These are just some examples of how to give yourself a smile makeover, but there are many other ways, such as realignment treatments without ugly braces like Invisalign braces and minor tooth damage repairs with dental bonding.
Posted in: Dental Veneers, Smile Makeover, Teeth Whitening
Tags: braces, Porcelain Veneers, Smile Makeover, Teeth Whitening
| May 29, 2011 at 1:00 pm | 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
Align with Invisalign
The desire for attractive teeth that are straight and white spans cultures—it is a global issue at the forefront of human’s minds around the world. In fact, our infatuation with perfect smiles started long before Hollywood gave us pin-ups, poster children and the silver screen.
Historians say that the quest for straight teeth was a priority for some of the world’s most iconic leaders and thinkers including Aristotle and Hippocrates. Such was the early human’s desire for straight teeth that they fashioned makeshift braces from catgut and wires, drilling holes in the teeth themselves to thread the wires through and create tension to force crooked teeth into submission.
It has been proven that the alignment of one’s mouth, the shape of one’s teeth, greatly affects our individual levels of outgoingness and confidence. Be it the result of social norms or inherent makeup, our confidence naturally increases when we have straight teeth. In fact, scientific research suggests that the social lives of adults are boosted.
No matter the initial reason, we get bombarded with ads about our teeth and how to achieve perfect smiles. Having straight teeth is a priority for most of us and many of us would rather receive a smile we are proud of without the embarrassment stereotypically associated with traditional, metal braces.
Invisalign braces were created for this purpose. Invisalign invisible braces allow you to reclaim your smile by means of a comfortable teeth-straightening process that will not leave you steeped in the ridicule often associated with metal braces.
Invisalign braces are specially fitted and made of plastic. They can be removed and replaced, just like mouth guards, by the wearer, and enable patients to continue eating a diet of foods that they prefer, instead of having to abandon popcorn, chewing gum and sticky foods. Since Invisalign braces do not have wires, they are less painful than traditional braces. Traditional braces required the wearers to attend regular dental visits for wire tautening.
Because Invisalign braces trays are replaced every two weeks, the speed at which the teeth are straightened is quicker. Invisalign’s biggest advantage is that since the braces are invisible you can carry on with your life without having to hide behind a mouth full of metal. Most people don’t even notice that you are wearing the invisible braces!
Posted in: Braces Info, Invisalign
Tags: braces, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Teeth Alignment
| April 20, 2011 at 11:11 am | 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
Crooked Teeth: Plaguing Humanity Since 348 BC
According to the American Association of Orthodontics, society’s relationship with crooked teeth has continued on in the same way since early civilizations. The association reported that mummies had wires and thick cords wrapped around their teeth to create tension, enforcing the teeth to straighten, have been excavated.
In fact, according to historical evidence, teeth and how to keep them straight was a conundrum plaguing some of history’s greatest leaders. Aristotle and Hippocrates are among the few historical figures that possessed a desire for straighter teeth.
Although we have moved on from these primitive solutions to the problem of crooked teeth, the fact that we still find crooked teeth to be a problem links us with our ancestors, making the appearance of teeth more than a cultural issue—it’s a human issue.
Orthodontics, the practice of making teeth straight, has its roots in Greek linguistics. Although society had become obsessed with achieving the straightest smile possible, it wasn’t until the 18th century that real advances were made in the technology of orthodontics.
Today, London cosmetic dentists continue to expand with teeth straightening options evolving from static metal braces to pliable, removable invisible braces. If straight teeth are what you’re after, you can now choose from a variety of devices to help you achieve your desired smile.
The length of time needed to fully straighten teeth and the methods employed are generally less threatening today than they were years ago. Straight teeth, with the aid of technological advancements and affordable pricing, are becoming the norm.
Posted in: Orthodontics
Tags: braces, Crooked Teeth, invisible braces, Orthodontics
| January 2, 2011 at 10:53 am | 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
Adult Orthodontics
Many people will have had to wear braces during their childhood to correct teeth growing in at unusual angles. However, there is a small percentage of people who didn’t wear braces when they were younger, even though they really should have. In some cases this has caused a great deal of problems for these people in later life as their teeth may have grown in such a way that they have caused the individuals pain.
Not wearing braces during childhood, despite an apparent need can leave people with many different problems, some of which can be quite serious. However, in the majority of cases these problems will be purely aesthetic, and in the majority cases they can be corrected with cosmetic dentistry. The number of adults undergoing orthodontic treatments has increased sharply in recent years as more people who should have been wearing braces as children become aware of the fact that they can have the resultant dental problems corrected.
It’s quite common for people who didn’t undergo orthodontic treatment as a child to have very overcrowded teeth, as braces were not in place to control the direction of tooth growth. Most people will have this corrected for purely cosmetic reasons, however it some instances teeth that have gown in irregularly can cause some serious and quite painful problems!
Of courses, it would have been much better for these people if they could have prevented the problem in the first place, but thankfully adult orthodontics allows them an opportunity to sort out these problems in later life. If you think you could benefit from adult orthodontic treatment then get in touch with a cosmetic dentist today.
Posted in: Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, braces
Tags: braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics
| March 3, 2010 at 10:50 am | No comment
Straight Teeth In Half The Time
With the popularity of “extreme makeover” reality TV shows, cosmetic dentistry has featured fairly heavily in prime-time schedules of late, normally demonstrating some of the more extreme treatments that involve surgery to completely rebuild someone’s jaw from scratch. Such an invasive procedure could well put you off having any kind of smile correction, but the truth is that there are a number of far less severe methods of realigning your smile that will never require a general anaesthetic.
One such method is using Invisalign aligners to close small gaps and correct misaligned teeth. The Invisalign system works by using a series of slightly different shaped aligners to gradually move your teeth in to the desired position. The great advantage of the Invisalign system over traditional braces is that they can be removed for eating and teeth cleaning, and they are almost invisible to the casual observer. No more train tracks, no more metal wires. Although there can be some discomfort experienced from wearing the aligners, it is far less than having a dental surgeon go in with a knife.
For people with only slightly misaligned teeth there is also the Invisalign Express system. This treatment is completed in around half the time of the normal Invisalign system, and because it uses fewer aligners it is also significantly cheaper. Of course, whether you are suitable for the shorter option will be something you can discuss with your cosmetic dentist during your initial consultation.
Posted in: Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, braces, cosmetic dentist
Tags: braces, cosmetic dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign
| March 1, 2010 at 4:29 pm | No comment
The Right Angle For Your Teeth
Even if you have never worn them yourself, everybody knows exactly what is meant by a “brace” or “braces” when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. Some countries have a higher usage rate than others, but chances are that if you went to school any time in the last 40 years that you will have had a friend who had to wear a brace. Back in those days most braces were obvious and ugly, often requiring a head strap or even face mask to be worn to apply the required pressures to the teeth and jaw.
Nowadays these obvious and demoralising rigs are rarely seen, and there are even some orthodontic systems available, such as Invisalign, that are subtle enough to go unnoticed by all but the keenest eyed observer. Realignment of teeth or bite will almost always have to be done by brute force alone, but the existence of such unobtrusive options as Invisalign compared to what was available 40 years ago is testament to how far this field of medicine has come.
People have been trying pseudo-medical methods to straighten teeth probably for as long as they have been combing their hair, but the modern field of orthodontics didn’t really come in to being until towards the end of the 19th Century, with the first school of orthodontics being founded by Englishman Edward H Angle in 1901. In fact the classification system laid out in Angle’s “Treatment of Malocclusion of the Teeth” was used worldwide and still forms the basis of the field today.
Modern orthodontists have a much better understanding of hygiene and infection control than they did in Angle’s day, but it his testament to his intellect and methodology that so much of his original teachings remain.
Posted in: Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Orthodontist, braces
Tags: braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Orthodontists
| February 19, 2010 at 11:55 am | No comment
