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New age for orthodontics with Invisalign braces from South East London dentist

admin — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 03:57:36 +0000

Having straighter teeth is often very high on people’s lists of things they would change about their appearance. Fortunately, with orthodontic braces it is possible to straighten teeth artificially to improve the way they look in the mouth and the effect they have on the profile. However, traditional straightening methods are often very unpopular because of the way the braces look and feel in the mouth. Traditional train-track braces have a reputation for being not very attractive, uncomfortable and needing a long time for successful treatment but there are now other options.

Invisalign is a new system of teeth straightening that uses clear plastic braces to straighten the teeth faster and with less discomfort. Also, because they are made of clear plastic, the aesthetic impact of the braces is significantly reduced. Invisalign treatments are on average six months shorter than with more traditional braces. They work by using a series of specially designed retainers that fit over the teeth, making small adjustments. Gradually, the teeth are moved into a straighter position.

There have been clear braces in the past but they have often been fairly ineffectual but for the first time Invisalign braces offer genuine results without the need for wires and brackets ruining the appearance of the teeth. Ask your South East London dentist for more information about Invisalign braces at your next appointment. They will be able to give you a clearer idea about suitability and cost of treatment. There are also other treatments available such as the Inman aligner and Clearstep that straighten the teeth fast and with minimal aesthetic impact. A new age for orthodontic treatment has finally arrived.

Invisalign Braces and how they actually work. A London SE1 dentist explains

admin — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 12:18:49 +0000

An Invisalign Brace is so called because it is almost invisible to the eye, says a London SE1 dentist. The brace is a newly designed all in one device, that encapsulates all the basic principles of a brace in the traditional manner of how they work. The unique thing is that they are changed every two weeks and are made according to calculations given by a computer program, very space age indeed. Digital pictures are used to set the program in motion, they are scanned in and used to make a 3D CGI film, computer generated image, the film shows the brace maker how to set the springs and pulley devices that are built into the device. It is a self contained piece of technology and is set into a gum shield to hold it all together. This one is designed to straighten both back and front teeth, unlike the Inman Aligner which is only good for front teeth. The other great innovation is that they are removable for cleaning your teeth and eating. This makes it especially good for anyone who needs to lose the brace for face to face meetings. The progress is followed each fortnight by the patient and the dentist via the 3D film which takes them through the whole process and lets them also see the end result. New bone grows behind the teeth to hold them in their new position, this is done by agitating the jaw line which produces new bone and deposits it behind the teeth as they move position.

Secret teeth straightening with Invisalign from London SE1 dentist

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:42:03 +0000

Invisalign tooth aligners are rapidly becoming one of the most popular orthodontic treatments available in the UK and the reason is fairly clear. Invisalign offer invisible tooth straightening using one-millimetre thick clear plastic retainers which are almost impossible to see when in the mouth. This neatly sidesteps one of the major bugbears of brace wearers, namely that the braces ruin the cosmetic appearance of their teeth for up to three years.

But this is not the only benefit of the Invisalign treatment. They are also not fixed braces which means they can be removed at any time, which comes in very handy for teeth cleaning and at meal times. The braces need to be worn for between twenty and twenty-two hours a day which gives a large window for eating, playing sport and even social occasions where the braces do not have to be in your mouth. Of course, the more you wear them the more effective they will be.

Each brace is worn for about two weeks before being replaced by another with a minor adjustment. By using twenty or so braces over the course of treatment the Invisalign braces gradually move teeth into position. Treatment lasts on average about eighteen months, which is about six months shorter than most fixed-metal braces, but of course there is no reason for anybody to know you are wearing a brace during that time.

Invisalign braces are available from London SE1 dentists and the cost varies depending on the nature of treatment required by each patient. If you have uneven or crooked teeth but have always been out of by the sight of metal braces then ask your dentist about the invisible Invisalign braces and straighten your teeth in secret.

Invisalign and what it entails by a South East London dentist

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 04:41:21 +0000

An Invisalign is a brace that uses non-traditional methods to adjust misaligned teeth says a South East London dentist. The method is a brilliant combination of orthodontic technology and cosmetic ingenuity, as it is a brace that is almost invisible, effective and easy to wear. The other great thing about Invisalign is that the brace can be easily taken out and replaced for eating, drinking and cleaning of the teeth. For the busy executive it is a God send as it allows them to be brace free for cosmetic purposes during a business lunch, ask any busy executive or salesperson and they will confirm this. The effectiveness of the treatment is also quite remarkable in that the discomfort is minimised, you will only need to have fortnightly visits to the dentist to get the next stage brace. The consultation starts with a digital picture being created on a screen in front of you, the dental technician will take a series of digital photos and make an album from it to show you your misaligned teeth. Then they will create a picture using a special program to show you a series of pictures that will effectively take you through a time line, that time line will slowly show how the braces will work on the teeth to re-align them into a beautiful smile. The end result is a perfect smile, a smile that nature intended for you. You will see a virtual reality creation of the smile that will be uniquely yours, and in a lot less time than the traditional methods of old. As for the expense of this treatment, well, the good news is that it isn’t too expensive compared to other sorts of cosmetic surgery, and you won’t have heavy bruises, pain, discomfort or stitches. The time line is a lot less that the traditional methods, and this in itself helps to keep costs down.

Fast, invisible treatment with Invisalign Express from South East London dentist

admin — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 05:26:26 +0000

Invisalign Express is an orthodontic teeth-straightening system from the Invisalign family designed specifically to treat mild orthodontic problems like minor overcrowding or spacing issues. Because it is only treating mild problems treatment time is reduced form approximately 18 months to just five or six.

The Express treatment uses the same one millimetre thick clear plastic retainer type braces used in the main Invisalign treatment, but usually only requires ten retainers used for two weeks, as opposed to twenty five or thirty. A South East London dentist will be able to assess the suitability of this treatment and give you a more in depth analysis of cost.

The dental examination to assess suitability will usually involve diagnostic tools such as digital x-rays. The Express system is best suited to patients with mild issues requiring little movement, excluding teeth that have rotated. It is an ideal and discreet treatment for patients who have already worn braces but whose teeth are beginning to slide out of position once again. The cost will certainly be less than a full Invisalign treatment because fewer materials and appointments are needed during the treatment.

If you have previously worn a brace and are worried that your teeth are again becoming misaligned then the Invisalign Express treatment may well be perfect for you. Invialsign products have an excellent reputation in the dental community as modern and progressive dentistry tools. Embracing modern technology, Invisalign aim to offer the most accurate and cost effective treatments for all patients.

Complete discretion with Invisalign braces from south East London dentist

admin — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 08:59:00 +0000

There is no doubt that fixed metal braces can be effective but for many patients, and in particular older patients, the idea of having to wear messy and uncomfortable metal braces for two years is unsurprisingly not that appealing. Many older patients who missed out on orthodontic straightening when they were younger have often felt ignored by the world of cosmetic dentistry in terms of viable straightening treatments. That was until the advent of Invisalign clear braces.

The Invisalign system was first introduced in the US at the beginning of the new millennium and has slowly become more and more available in this country. Media exposure and positive testimonials on makeover shows have heightened the profile of the Invisalign system making it one of the most popular new ways to straighten teeth. But what is it exactly that makes the Invisalign system so special? Well, most obviously, is the fact that it is nearly invisible to others unless standing extremely close to the patient, and even then you would probably have to know that they were there to even notice.

The system works by using a series of computer designed retainer-type braces, each making a small adjustment to the position of the teeth and treatment takes on average four to six months less that most fixed metal braces. It’s easy to see why Invisalign braces are becoming so popular with patients all over the UK. For patients unwilling to resort to metal braces, the Invisalign system seems to offer the perfect solution. The braces are discreet, treatment is shorter and they are also completely removable. Effective treatment requires the braces to be in the mouth on average 22 hours a day. That leaves two hours free to eat and clean teeth limiting the effect braces have on your lifestyle. You can receive more information about the incredible Invisalign system at South East London dentists.

Boost teenagers’ confidence with Invisalign teen braces from London SE1 dentist

admin — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:54:36 +0000

One of the things most associated stereotypically with teenagers is braces. The ugly and messy train track braces used so prevalently over the last thirty years. While still effective, these braces are hardly appealing to teenagers passing through the most difficult and turbulent developing years. Unseemly metal braces can have a significant effect on the self-confidence of teenagers at a time when standing out from the crowd is the last thing they want. But if your teenager needs braces they might just have a reason to smile.

Invisalign Teen is an invisible brace system developed from the Invisalign range, offering discreet and effective treatment that caters for all your teenager’s dental needs. Designed by dentists with specialist knowledge of teenage dental care, including care of more than just their teeth, Invisalign Teen braces are made from one millimetre thick clear plastic that is virtually invisible. The braces can be used to correct overcrowded, misaligned or unevenly spaced teeth in almost all cases and are manufactured using the latest 3D technology. The Teen range also comes with special blue dot indicators that show if the brace is being worn for the correct amount of time, which is very reassuring for parents.

Another advantage of the Invisalign system is that the braces are completely removable. This means that unlike fixed braces there is no need for the braces to impact on the overall dental health of the patient as they can be removed for cleaning. The Invisalign teen range is the perfect solution for straightening your teenager’s teeth while maintaining their self-confidence and dental health. Available from London SE1 dentists, the Invisalign Teen system is the future of teenage teeth straightening.