Straightening out your teeth is a decision that is worth taking because it will make your smile look far better and leave your mouth in a healthier state. But which one of the many options should you choose? There is a number of options available at United Kingdom dental surgeries and the decision can be a difficult one to make.
An increasingly popular option for patients with minor alignment issue is the revolutionary treatment on offer with Invisalign. It is a new way of thinking about teeth straightening and it avoids some of the aspects of traditional metal braces that have been frankly unpopular over the years.
The traditional metal brace is a very effective way of straightening out teeth but it needs to be worn for quite a long time (often several years), it is not removable and it doesn’t look very good. Invisalign avoids these problems by working in a different way altogether.
Instead of using a system of metal brackets and wires which are attached to the teeth, Invisalign is constructed of a clear, plastic material and is worn in a similar manner to a mouth guard. Your dentist will make your Invisalign brace in such a way that it moves your teeth in the desired position. Once the first Invisalign has done its work then your dentist will simply replace it with a new one that will continue the process.
As such the Invisalign brace is completely removable, just as long as it is worn for twenty two hours every day. Many patients like to take Invisalign out at meal times so that eating is easier. Ask your dentist in Leeds if they are registered with Invisalign and make the decision to straighten out your teeth once and for all.
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Leeds dentists now able to straighten teeth with a product that is virtually invisible: Invisalign
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011Invisible Aligners for you in Central Leeds
Friday, July 29th, 2011
If we are all totally honest ourselves, none of us like the idea of having to wear a brace or an aligner, whatever our age. But then none of us like the idea of going through life having ugly, crooked teeth either….what to do eh? Well not to worry, because our American friends have come up with the solution- Invisalign and it’s available here in central Leeds right now. Invisalign has revolutionised every aspect of wearing an aligner. Its greatest advantage is that it is made from a completely transparent material, that once in the mouth, is almost impossible to detect from the outside- imagine the freedom that that affords to the wearer. Another delicacy of this device is that it is removable; most fixed braces are a nightmare to clean but with this, you can take it out, clean your teeth in the normal way and then pop it back in your mouth again, thus ensuring a healthy oral hygiene program throughout the treatment. Okay, this treatment is not suitable for everyone, it tends also to be more expensive compared to others, but if you need any-more carrots dangled in front of you to just how good Invisalign is:- though treatment times vary for each individual person, on average, this whole procedure takes around a third of time to complete compared other aligning methods on the market today.
Invisalign with Leeds dentists: a revolution in straightening teeth
Friday, June 3rd, 2011
Like all the best inventions, it sounded like a crazy pipe dream before it was developed and became available to one and all: a brace that is all but invisible and completely removable. This is what Invisalign is and it is delighting patients all across the country who choose it as their preferred method of treatment for their crooked or misaligned smile.
The unique thing about Invisalign is that is quite distinct from traditional metal braces even in its basic composition. It is not even made from metal, instead Invisalign is sculpted from a clear plastic that is virtually un-noticeable even by your closest intimates.
The Invisalign process involves no painful tightening of wires, instead it is simply replaced by another one of a slightly different shape as your mouth requires it. Each new Invisalign gently shifts your teeth into the desired positions after your dentist has taken moulds of your teeth using dental putty.
Another great advantage of choosing the Invisalign approach is that the product is completely removable. A common complaint of traditional braces is that they are difficult to clean because they are so securely fixed to the teeth, thus allowing food to hide in all sorts of places amongst the metal. You can simply take your Invisalign out to give it a good clean and then put it back in. Even for social occasions you can just take the Invisalign out and feel confident in yourself.
Different teeth straightening products are more suited to different people, depending on the specifics of how much needs to be achieved. Leeds dentists can guide you through the choices. Invisalign is definitely worth considering because of the advantages that are inherent in the technique.
Leeds dentists effectively straighten teeth with Invisalign braces
Thursday, February 17th, 2011
For many years the only option available for straightening teeth was metal braces. Although extremely effective they are also pretty unsightly and have caused more than a few people a fair degree of social embarrassment as they have tried to hide all of the metal brackets and wires in their mouths. But there are other ways now to straighten your teeth without this pressure.
Invisalign braces are made from a clear material that eliminates the need for metal brackets and wires. They have been dubbed ‘the invisible brace’ or ‘see through braces’ by patients who have been pleased with them. But they are just an effective as traditional braces and are also constructed specially to fit the exact shape of your unique mouth. Modern technology allows construction to take place quickly too, usually without the need for moulds to be taken.
They are completely removable as long as you wear them for twenty two hours every day. You might want to take them out while you play a sport or are attending a business meeting. The fact that they are removable means that they are easy to clean and you needn’t worry about food getting trapped in amongst the metal braces and wires; a problem that can lead to bad breath in patients wearing traditional braces.
Instead of using metal wires to tighten your teeth, Invisalign braces are replaced when you need a new one to continue the process of adjustment. This means that the whole procedure is more comfortable. Ask your Leeds dentist if they are registered with Invisalign; if they are then you can have a free consultation and take the first step towards straightening your teeth out, efficiently and discreetly.
Invisalign treatments in the city of Leeds
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
We have enough to deal with in life as it is, in the city of Leeds, without the indignity of having to wear a brace as well! Just to get our teeth fixed? It’s enough to send you mad. But having to get our ‘teeth fixed’ is important to our oral health, so fix them we must and besides, wearing a brace has lost a lot of it’s stigma over the years, thanks to some great advances in the technology. A great example of this is Invisalign treatment. It’s discreet and it’s fast, and though a little more expensive than most other aligners (treatment starts at around £1800), the program offers more advantages. Its beauty starts with the consultation. Thanks to 3-D imaging, your dentist can show you projected step by step images of how your teeth will develop, and how you would like them to develop, throughout the treatment, and a projected finished image. When you are happy with your choice you will be fitted with your first aligner- this will be changed regularly as your teeth start to move. You have two great advantages during this treatment over other methods. The aligner is manufactured from a very thin, transparent plastic making it very difficult to detect in your mouth, and it’s removable, which is great for eating and hygiene. But Invisalign’s final ‘trump card’ is that it’s a lot faster than other treatments, normally taking around a third of the time.
Get a Better Smile with Invisalign in Leeds
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Are you looking for a way to transform your smile but do not want to wear fixed metal braces? Then Invisalign is the best solution as it is a set of aligners that can give you a brand new smile without any of the discomforts of braces. Contact a dentist trained in this technology in Leeds and soon you can notice compliments coming your way.
Invisalign uses a cutting-edge technology to straighten out teeth and is highly recommended by all leading orthodontists. During the first visit, the dentist will take a three-dimensional image of your teeth which is then fed into sophisticated software to create a set of Invisalign aligners that are tailor-made according to the shape and size of your teeth. These aligners are removable and hence give you the freedom to enjoy your favorite foods and also clean your teeth effectively.
Invisalign is the perfect solution to answer many types of dental complaints like crowding, spacing, overbite, deep bite and underbite. These aligners are clear and hence not embarrassing to wear in public unlike metal braces which stick out and make you feel uncomfortable in social gatherings. Around twenty to thirty sets of aligners are created for you during the entire treatment period depending on the way your teeth are pushed back into place.
These custom-made aligners should be worn at all times except while eating and cleaning your teeth and you will soon begin to notice the teeth straightening out improving and enhancing the beauty of your smile slowly but steadily. Invisalign is an amazing way to get teeth straightening done which is extremely important for ideal oral health.
Discretion is key with Invisalign braces from Leeds dentist
Monday, January 18th, 2010
Discretion is one of the key factors when it comes to choosing a straightening brace for your teeth. Unlike the old fashioned fixed metal braces, modern day orthodontic treatments are much less obvious and still just as efficient. One of the most popular braces on the market is the Invisalign brace because it offers straighter teeth with almost completely invisible braces.
The braces are made from one millimetre thick clear plastic that is specially made using computer technology. Each brace is worn for a period of two or three weeks before it is replaced with another. Each retainer has minor adjustments designed to move teeth into position. Because the braces are clear plastic, they are virtually impossible to see unless standing very close to the patient.
Invisalign braces are also completely removable which gives the wearer a much greater degree of flexibility about what they can eat, makes teeth cleaning much easier and doesn’t cause any embarrassment at important social occasions. As long as the retainers are worn for more than 20 hours a day they are completely efficient and capable of straightening teeth up to six-months faster than some metal braces.
For teenagers or young professionals wanting to have straighter teeth but unwilling to sacrifice their appearance for as much as two years, the Invisalign system has provided the perfect solution. You can now have the smile you always wanted without losing any self-confidence. Ask a Leeds dentist for more information about the possibilities of Invisalign braces.
Wire-free teeth straightening with Invisalign retainers from Leeds dentist
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
Very few people are ever thrilled about having to wear braces, even though they want to have straight teeth. The prospect of wearing a fixed metal brace for two years is never a pleasant one yet many people are willing to do it to have the perfect smile, but there are alternatives. Invisalign is a revolutionary system for straightening teeth that are unevenly spaced or overcrowded which does away with the need for fixed brackets and metal wires.
Invisalign braces use a system of clear plastic retainers that are virtually invisible, to gradually move teeth into the desired position. Retainers are made from one millimetre thick see-through plastic using the very latest in computer-aided technology and three-dimensional imaging. On average about twenty sets of retainers are needed for each treatment, each with small adjustments to move the teeth. They are usually worn for two to three weeks each but this often depends on the patient’s needs. Regular check ups with a Leeds dentist throughout the course of treatment will assure that the retainers are having the desired affect and any adjustments can be made accordingly.
Retainers need to be worn for about 22 hours a day but can be removed for teeth cleaning and crucially, meal times. Anyone who has worn a fixed metal brace will know that some foods are almost impossible to eat and others are off-limits because they can damage the brace. By being completely removable, the braces impact on the patient’s life is reduced. The retainers can also be removed for important business and social occasions. Because there are no wires or brackets, Invisalign braces are also more comfortable than metal braces, although patients may experience some discomfort when the retainers are initially fitted.
Invisalign braces can be used to treat the majority of orthodontic problems including teeth that are overcrowded, unevenly spaced or with any sort of bite problem. However, some of the more serious cases of overcrowding where extraction of significant movement is required, prior treatment may be needed before Invisalign braces can be used. Make an appointment with a Leeds dentist to see if your teeth are suitable for straightening with Invisalign invisible braces.
Invisible Invisalign braces from Leeds dentist
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009
For patients who require teeth straightening, the prospect of wearing unseemly and uncomfortable braces for the best part of two years can be a daunting one. Thankfully, with the advances in dental technology that have occurred over the last twenty years, patients now have alternatives to the old fashioned fixed metal braces.
In 1999 Align technologies introduced the Invisalign brace system which revolutionised the world of orthodontic teeth straightening. Invisalign offered a genuine alternative to metal braces for the first time. Clear plastic braces had existed in the past but they were at best ineffectual and most patients still opted for the traditional fixed metal variety.
For teenagers in the most difficult and emotionally unstable years of development, wearing the visible intrusive metal braces could be a source of great embarrassment. For older patients, wearing a brace was often difficult because of the stigma attached. Thanks to Invisalign they were now able to straighten their teeth with a suitably discrete brace.
Invisalign braces are made from one thin clear plastic that are engineered and manufactures using the very latest in imaging and computer-aided technology. A series of twenty or so retainers are used consecutively, each with a small adjustment designed to move the teeth into the desired position. The retainers are more or less invisible unless up very close to the patient, and they also have the advantage of being completely removable. This is ideal for patients who need to attend important social or professional occasions. It also means that certain foods that are off-limits to foxed brace wearers pose no problem for the Invisalign system.
Each set of retainers needs to be worn for about two to three weeks on average, although this can vary on a patient-to-patient basis. Invisalign braces may not be suitable for all patients so consult a Leeds dentist if you think invisible Invisalign braces could be suitable for you.
Invisalign braces from City of Leeds dentist – Invisible teeth straightening
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Braces are never a nice thought. A mouthful of uncomfortable and conspicuous looking metal is not ideal but comes as part of the sacrifice of having straight teeth. Braces are especially embarrassing for the millions of teenagers who have to wear them in their most emotionally difficult of developing years. For the older professional, a brace is not the most businesslike appearance and can come with the stigma that they are too old to be wearing braces.
Invisalign is a revolutionary new system of invisible plastic braces that are only noticeable when up very close to the teeth. From any distance they are almost completely invisible and they help to straighten teeth without the need for irritating and uncomfortable metal braces. They are fabricated from clear plastic that is one millimeter thick and are fully removable so can be taken out at meal times to avoid the messy process of eating with braces.
Invisalign retainers were created in 1999 by Align technologies. Although they were not the first invisible braces on the market, using advances in computer technology they were by far and away the most accurate and the first to be able to properly compete with conventional metal braces in terms of final results. Using the latest 3D imaging the dentist is now able to make the invisible braces to an incredible degree of accuracy, and the need for uncomfortable dental molding is greatly reduced. This computer aided manufacture and design has also significantly reduced fabrication time and cost.
The Invisalign braces work by gradually manipulating teeth into the desired position. On average twenty sets of retainers are needed per treatment, with slightly adjusted retainers being introduced every two to three weeks to achieve the gradual movement, although numbers of retainers and length of treatment vary with each patient.
Invisalign braces can greatly reduce the embarrassment of wearing old-fashioned metal braces. Their discreet design and impressive results have meant more and more patients are opting for invisible braces. Ask your City of Leeds dentist about Invisalign braces and you could achieve the straight teeth you’ve always wanted without the sacrifice of unseemly metal braces.