Looking after your metal braces in Summer 0
As we approach the summer, you might start forgetting about your braces. After all, you want to spend time with your friends and enjoy the sunny weather. But neglecting your braces at any stage can impact your treatment.
So let’s take care of your braces all year round! Follow our advice below and be one step closer to the smile of your dreams.
Clear braces: how long can I expect to be in treatment? 0
As a treatment that is rapidly increasing in popularity in the dental market, clear braces can pose a number of benefits to the patient.
Previously, the only method of treatment for those with mal aligned teeth was traditional ‘train track’ braces. An eye-catching option with an average treatment length of 24 months, traditional braces are often approached with a sense of disdain – particularly amongst adult patients. However, due to developments in dental technology, there are now alternative treatments for patients to take.
Should I get Lingual Braces? 0
The desire for a healthy smile currently motivates millions of people across the country to look into orthodontic treatment. For many, however, there is a significant obstacle to seeking treatment. They do not like the look of conventional metal braces. For image conscious teenagers, working professionals, and others who don’t want to draw attention to their dental work in progress, there are plenty of nearly invisible options available. And unsurprisingly, their popularity is growing. So, let's run you through a few pros and cons of lingual braces to help you make a decision.
Five ways to keep your braces clean 0
Once you have new braces fitted, you might think it’s time to relax, put your feet up and wait while they straighten your teeth and improve your smile.
But after you leave the orthodontist’s chair, it’s down to you to keep your braces clean as they straighten your teeth. The last thing you want is a build-up of plaque – which could lead to pain and tooth decay.
- Mohammad Malik
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First Days With Braces: What Can I Expect? 0
While some discomfort is common in the first days after braces, there is no reason to be anxious about getting braces—regardless of age. Remember to ‘keep your eyes on the prize’ - the bigger picture - which is a lifetime of straight teeth, a feeling of well-being and, of course, that great smile.
