Invisible orthodontics

The importance of looking after your oral health

Looking after your teeth and having a good dental hygiene routine is essential for overall well-being. Regular check-ups with your dentist and follow-up appointments with the hygienist when necessary will help enhance your oral health and it will also prevent dental issues by allowing the dentist to detect early signs of disease before they are able to fully present themselves, preventing further complications in the future. Clean and healthy teeth can sometimes be affected by aesthetic issues, and if you are unhappy about the way your teeth look, then speak to your orthodontist in Edgware, we are here to help you.

The role of Orthodontics in good oral health

Orthodontics is the field of dentistry which specialises in straightening the teeth using dental braces, which not only helps improve the aesthetics of your smile but also improves the overall health of your teeth. Orthodontic treatment is commonly seen amongst teenagers and younger children, using metal wires and brackets to help effectively improve the position of the teeth and provide a symmetrical smile where all the teeth are aligned and properly. When this is done, the patient’s smile is usually corrected so that the smile looks aesthetically beautiful and allows effective brushing so that they are clean and healthy as well.

If you did not receive orthodontic treatment as a child then do not worry, as advances in dental technology have seen the introduction of many different types of invisible orthodontics which are a more appealing choice for those who may be reluctant about conventional metal braces. Speak to your orthodontist in Edgware today to find out more about the different treatments and procedures which may be suitable for you.

Invisalign – invisible orthodontics

Invisalign is a popular method of orthodontic treatment amongst adults at your orthodontist in Edgware. As the name suggests it uses invisible aligners which are transparent orthodontic devices made of plastic rather than metal, to help straighten misaligned teeth, align the position of crooked, wonky or protruding teeth and deal with issues of overcrowding and bite disorders in the mouth. Each aligner is individually designed to move your teeth by up to 0.25 mm after 20 hours of use a day for two weeks and then you move onto the next aligner in the series until gradually your teeth have moved into their desired positions. This is a discrete and convenient method of straightening your teeth and provides precise and predictable results as the Digital Imaging which is used to develop the aligners provide accuracy and can show you what successful treatment will be able to do for your smile before you commit to the process.

Advantages of Invisalign

There are many advantages of Invisalign aligners, mainly that they are transparent and almost invisible means that they ensure discretion and subtlety. Unlike conventional braces, they can be taken out and put back in your mouth as necessary, which means they do not affect any eating or drinking habits as you can remove them before your meal if required. They are very convenient and easy to clean, and only require brushing with ordinary toothpaste and toothbrush and then they are washed in warm water and can be put back in your mouth. Also the aligners are individually tailored to your teeth so they ensure utmost comfort whilst achieving your desired smile. Speak to your orthodontist in Edgware to find out more about invisalign today.