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March 10, 2010

Molesey dentist straightens teeth quickly with Six Month Smile braces

If you have ever wanted to have straighter teeth but have been put off by the thought of having to wear braces, then the Six Month Smile might just be the treatment for you. It is now possible to correct your crooked or misaligned smile without having to wear unseemly metal braces for up to three years.

Six Month Smile braces can be used to treat many issues to do with teeth alignment including: crowding, spacing, all forms of bite misalignment and misplaced midlines.

The revolutionary features of the Six Month Smile treatment include wires that are small, discrete and tooth coloured. This makes the brace very hard to see unless standing up close to the patient. Treatment time is reduced by as much as 75% compared to traditional orthodontic treatment and discomfort is kept to a minimum. The all-important statistic, however, is that they cost as little as half as much as conventional orthodontic treatment or Invisalign braces.

The treatment process begins with an initial consultation to see if your teeth are suitable for the Six Month brace. In some cases of extreme overcrowding it may not be possible to use the Six Month brace without some prior treatment. Once the initial appointment has been carried out, you will then have to wait for several weeks while the braces are manufactured. Once fitted, it will be necessary to visit your Molesey dentist every four to five weeks to make small adjustments to the braces but with treatment time lasting as little as six months this is only a minor inconvenience when compared to the alternatives. Make an appointment to see if you could finally get the smile you have always wanted with the minimum of fuss.

January 16, 2010

Fast orthodontic treatment with Six Month Smile from Sunbury dentist

Six Month Smile braces are a revolutionary new orthodontic straightening system, pioneered in the US, that is now sweeping the UK offering incredibly fast teeth straightening. More traditional straightening methods involve wearing braces for as much as two to three years to achieve results that Six Month Smile braces can achieve in just six months.

Six Month braces can be used to treat most forms of misalignment including all forms of bite issues as well as overcrowding and spacing problems. A dentist will assess your suitability for the treatment at an initial consultation where they will take x-rays and photographs. They can then give you a more thorough idea of how successful the treatment could be for your teeth and how much it is likely to cost. Both of these factors obviously depend on the nature of the orthodontic concern.

Once the braces have been fitted you will be required to visit the dentist every four to five weeks for a check up. Treatment with Six Month Smile braces may cause some discomfort at the beginning and after adjustment appointments but this is common to all orthodontic straightening procedures and is rarely more than mild and temporary. It is also important to stress the level of discretion offered by the treatment. Unlike traditional train-track braces, the nickel wires used in Six Month braces are tooth coloured and very discreet and very hard to notice unless standing at very close quarters to the patient.

Six Month Smile braces from a Sunbury dentist are perfect for putting the finishing touches to a beautiful smile. For the millions of people in the UK who feel anxious about their teeth, Six Month Smile braces could offer the perfect solution in just six months.

December 15, 2009

Patient-friendly Damon braces from Kingston upon Thames dentist

Damon braces are the latest development in fixed orthodontic teeth straightening providing fast and low friction straightening with a greater degree of comfort. Damon braces use the latest self-ligating wires to reduce the physical impact on the patient’s mouth and also reduce the number of appointments needed at the dentists. The Damon treatment also lasts on average four to six months less than conventional orthodontic straightening.

The self-ligating wires mean that there is no need for elastic or metal ties, which can act as a breeding ground for bacteria and irritate the soft tissue of the lips and gums. Because Damon brackets are smaller it also means that teeth are much easier to clean during treatment, a major concern when wearing traditional braces.

The smaller brackets used with the Damon treatment combined with the use of tooth coloured and see-through plastic make the Damon brace far more discreet than many other fixed metal braces. In fact, the majority of the bracket is manufactured from reinforced ceramic material making it durable, resistant to staining and hardly noticeable unless standing very close to the patient.

Crucially though, the Damon system will involve no extractions or palate expanders prior to treatment as it aims to produce a natural and healthy looking full smile at the end. This greatly reduces the levels of discomfort experienced by patients, as anyone who has undergone a tooth extraction will tell you.

The Damon brace represents the first legitimate attempt to make fixed metal braces fit around the life of the patient rather than the other way round. Great care and attention has been taken to reduce the level of discomfort and visual impact yet still to produce beautiful teeth at the end of treatment. Ask a Kingston upon Thames dentist about Damon braces and you could straighten your teeth with the minimum of pain and fuss.

December 10, 2009

Incredible straight teeth with Damon braces from Weybridge dentist

As orthodontic teeth straightening improves with technological advances, braces become more discreet, fast-working and comfortable. This is exemplified by Damon braces, the latest system to offer friction-free technology for faster and more effective teeth-straightening. Damon braces also eliminate the need for palate expanders and extractions prior to treatment.

The friction-free movement from Damon braces is achievable because of the specially designed self-ligating wires which also make the overall movement of the teeth quicker. This makes treatment on average 4 to 6 months quicker than most other straightening systems.

Damon braces are also able to offer a much more comfortable straightening experience. Because the wires are self-ligating it means there is no need for elastic or metal ties which can often be a source of irritation for the gums. It also removes the need for regular uncomfortable brace tightening that is a feature of so many other orthodontic appliances. This is possible because the friction-free slide mechanism holds the wires allows teeth to move more comfortably. The lack of metal or elastic ties also means that the level of oral hygiene is improved with Damon braces. These ties, used in other braces, have been found to be breeding grounds for bacteria and trapped food debris causing dental decay and bad breath.

Although Damon braces resemble the old style ‘train-track’ fixed-metal braces, there are several fundamental differences. Damon brackets are made of ceramic and clear plastic resistant to wear and staining. This means they are far less visible than metal brackets. They are also up to 50 per cent smaller.

Damon braces cannot compete with some other straightening products such as Inviaslign in terms of discretion but they do give significantly improved results. Most ultra-discreet retainers or straightening braces only work for small or minor overcrowding needs. For teeth requiring a large scale of straightening, Invisalign or Inman aligners would be insufficient to correct the teeth.

Damon braces are slightly more expensive than most orthodontic appliances but the improved treatment time and lack of discomfort often more than make up for the extra cost. Damon braces are available from a Weybridge dentist to straighten your teeth without the discomfort.

December 2, 2009

Incredibly fast teeth straightening with Six-Month smile brace fro Molesey dentist

Patients with overcrowded, unevenly spaced or crooked teeth have the option of having their teeth straightened with orthodontic braces. Braces are devices made of ceramic, metal and plastic that manipulate the teeth into a more aesthetically desirable position. In the past, braces have often been uncomfortable and unseemly and could take up to two years to effectively straighten teeth but as technology improves, new improved braces are available that offer less intrusive treatment.

Six-month Smile braces are relatively new to the market and promise straighter teeth in as little as, you’ve guessed it, six-months. Because the treatment is so fast and more discreet than old-fashioned fixed-metal braces, Six-Month Smile braces are becoming very popular with people wanting to put the finishing touches to their smile before a big social or professional occasion.

Six-Month Smile braces are suitable to treat a variety of straightening needs including overcrowding and bite issues. The small tooth-coloured wire system offers a high degree of discretion as they are almost impossible to see unless standing very close to the patient’s mouth. While it is true that some other braces, notably clear plastic retainers, have the edge in terms of discretion, Six-Month Smile braces more than make up for this with the incredible speed of treatment they provide. The average treatment time for Six-Month braces is an incredible 75 per cent faster than fixed-metal braces and plastic retainers. They also cost about half the price of plastic retainers and most other straightening systems.

Not all patients will be suitable for a Six-Month brace so it will be necessary to make an appointment with a Molesey dentists to asses suitability. Six-Month braces are all manufactured in a special laboratory in the USA to assure quality of treatment. They require short 10-minute appointments with a dentist on a monthly basis for tightening and adjustment and may be slightly uncomfortable at first, but this will usually pass after the first few days. Put the finishing touches to your smile with a Six-Month Smile brace and give yourself a reason to smile.

November 12, 2009

Teeth straightened with Damon braces form Sunbury dentist

In dental technology, as in the wider field of technology, as it advances, treatments tend to get smaller and more efficient. This is particularly useful in orthodontic treatment where unseemly and uncomfortable metal braces have been the norm for so long. The very latest system of teeth straightening is called the Damon Braces system and uses a friction-free system for more comfortable and rapid teeth straightening results. It also has the advantage of not requiring quite as many extractions for the braces to be effective, one of the major drawbacks of conventional braces. The Damon system uses palatal expanders to create more room for the teeth to straighten rather than extractions.

Damon braces use a friction-free movement mechanism and special self-ligating memory wires which increase the speed of treatment. Typically Damon Braces achieve results six months faster than ordinary fixed orthodontic appliances. The self-ligating wires remove the need for regular tightening, one of the main sources of discomfort experienced by patients with regular braces. There is also no need for elastic or metal ties, which can cause irritation to the soft tissue. The lack of elastic wires also make Damon braces better for your oral health. Elastic ties attract bacteria which is a major contributing factor in the build up of plaque, which is eliminated in the Damon system.

Although not as discreet as invisible or clear plastic retainers, Damon braces are far more discreet than the old-style metal orthodontic appliance. The bracket is manufactured from ceramic and other clear material that gives it a much more discreet appearance.

Damon braces may be slightly more costly than both ordinary metal braces and invisible retainers but the added speed with which the system gets results makes the extra cost worthwhile. A Sunbury dentist will be able to advise you further about the benefits of Damon braces.

October 8, 2009

Weybridge dentist uses ultra-fast Six Month Smile braces to straighten teeth

Having a beautiful smile full of straight white teeth is a desire that we all have in common. The smile is such an important method of communication and can say so much about us. For people not blessed with naturally straight teeth there has always been the option to have them orthodontically straightened with braces. But wearing braces always involved an element of sacrifice as nobody relishes the idea of 18 months spent with a mouth full of unseemly and uncomfortable metal braces.

Finally there is another option for patients who want the perfect smile with the minimum of fuss. The aptly named Six-Month Smile treatment is a revolutionary new orthodontic treatment that can straighten teeth in as little as six months. These incredible results are achieved because the Six-Month treatment focuses solely on the teeth that can be seen when smiling. By using specially designed nickel-titanium wires, overcrowding and spacing problems can be solved by repositioning the teeth at the front into more natural positions. Due to its more focused approach, Six-month smile can reduce treatment time by as much as 75 per cent when compared to regular braces.

Another major advantage Six-Month braces have over conventional braces is that the wires used are all small and tooth coloured, meaning it is a far more discreet treatment. Discomfort levels experienced by the patients are also lower than usually experienced with normal braces and even clear plastic retainer systems, although it must be said that clear retainer systems do compare slightly favourably in the discretion stakes. However, due to the rapidity of treatment many patients are willing to make this trade-off. Six-Month braces require minimal adjustment with only a ten to fifteen minute appointment required each month to adjust the wires.

If you think you have overcrowded or poorly spaced teeth and could benefit form the Six-Month Smile treatment, ask a Weybridge dentist at your next appointment and see how you could enhance your smile in a very short space of time, without the need for fixed metal braces.

September 13, 2009

Get instant straight teeth with porcelain veneers from a Molesey dentist

Dental veneers are specially designed shells made of porcelain, or other ceramics, that cover the surface of the teeth to cover worn enamel, uneven spacing or alignment and chips and cracks. They can provide almost instant straight teeth and because of today’s translucent quality ceramic, can look even more realistic than was previously possible. Veneers are an increasingly popular cosmetic dentistry tool being used by more patients and dentists to create the perfect smile.

Veneers are also incredibly versatile and able to help solve almost any cosmetic dentistry issue. Worn or stained enamel due to genetic disposition or lifestyle can now be covered by porcelain veneers, as can uneven or worn teeth.

Porcelain veneers are manufactured in laboratory conditions by dental technicians and are bonded to the existing teeth using various types of resin and cements. They are more expensive than ordinary composite resin veneers but last longer and appear far more realistic.

Dental veneers can be used to repair smaller dental issues such as single chips and cracks, or localized unevenness but these can also be fixed using other procedures such as bonding. Veneers work best and have a larger impact when used to re-invent a whole row of teeth, when larger discolouration or uneven spacing is more severe.

Although whitening can often be used to restore discoloured teeth, it is not always effective and will often require several processes and ongoing treatment for noticeable results. Veneers can be a long-term solution to discolouration issues. For alignment issues, the conventional treatment was usually braces, which although effective, often took years to yield results. Porcelain veneers could give you the straight, white teeth you’ve always wanted in an afternoon. A Molesey dentist can offer you a consultation to assess whether porcelain veneers are suitable for your teeth and can provide you with details of costing. Call 01932 223 479 for an appointment with Dr Riten Patel.

June 20, 2009

The Six Month Smile Is Available in Sunbury

If you have ever struggled with crooked teeth, having the opportunity to get braces can represent and enormous milestone in your life. Fortunately, if you are an adult, and need braces, there is no need to rely on conventional braces. Instead, you may want to ask your Sunbury dentist about the Six Month Smile. Aside from being able to have straight teeth in a short period of time, you will be able to make use of invisible retainers and braces.

Consider a situation where you have been unable to receive orthodontic care. You can, and should make getting your teeth fixed a top priority. Without a question, getting your teeth fixed is more important than buying a car, or spending money on other things that do not give the lifetime of service provided by your teeth and gums.

Unfortunately, if you let time slip by, you will find it progressively harder to afford dental and orthodontic care. For example, if you cannot brush your teeth properly, you may need to have gum disease treated before you can even begin having your teeth straightened out. Therefore, while crooked teeth are ruining your appearance, they will also be destroying your health.

Today, the Six Month Smile is available to anyone that needs to have their teeth realigned. Even if you are embarrassed to wear braces, you will find that this system will suit you perfectly. As may be expected, once you see how much better your teeth look, you will be glad that you took the time and effort to make use of this system. In addition, as you go about your daily life, you will be immensely relieved when you can smile Without presenting a mouthful of unsightly teeth to everyone around you.