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A Fit Mouth can Lead to a Fit Body in Leeds

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

Healthy of mind, healthy of body, but there is also another more essential part of this equation too, a healthy mouth. So many things can go wrong quickly in the mouth that can lead to disaster throughout the body. The main aim of all dentists is to protect the occlusion or bite of the mouth, so that your jaws will come together properly. To do this, they will ensure the teeth are straight by using braces and that the mouth is free of decay, and if not use restorative techniques to keep the teeth up to scratch. People who grind their teeth too are putting the occlusion at risk and also putting unnecessary stress on the jaw joints. If all these factors go unchecked, you may not only damage your jaws, but be doing damage to you sinuses, ears, neck and upper back too. Gum disease can cause severe damage to the internal organs: overtime, a repetitive leaking of poison into the bloodstream can damage the liver, kidneys and heart. It is imperative for you and your body, that you maintain a high level of hygiene in the mouth and maintain a healthy diet. You should also work closely with your dentist and wean from them as much advice and information as you can, so that at the merest sign of anything going wrong in your mouth, you can identify it immediately and get the problem sorted out before it gets out of control.

Inman aligners from dentists in Central Leeds straighten out teeth with discretion

Monday, August 15th, 2011

A set of perfectly aligned teeth has a number of advantages for those lucky enough to have them. Aside from looking better, there is less risk of cavities developing in impacted (bunched up) teeth and reduced chances of experiencing nocturnal teeth grinding (bruxism). Talk to your dentist in Central Leeds about teeth straightening and they will tell you that there a number of different options now available.
One of these options that has a number of advantages is the Inman aligner. Because so many people have been put off wearing traditional braces because of how unsightly they look, Inman aligners work on the ethos of being far more discreet. Rather than having a mouthful of metal that is visible every time you smile, Inman aligners have just one visible part that can be seen when you talk and smile.
The sole visible aspect of Inman aligners is a straightening bar that runs across the front teeth. This is the bar that the teeth are gently pushed against by a coiled spring which sits behind the front teeth. As a further bonus, you can take actually removed your Inman aligner and this is something that will make meal times far easier.
If you are worried about how your teeth are aligned, find out for yourself about Inman aligners by asking your Central Leeds dentist to tell you about it the next time you are in the surgery. You will be told about all the benefits just outlined, as well as the fact that Inman aligners usually need only be worn for six months in order to achieve the desired results in terms of teeth straightening.

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.

Central Leeds dentists offer patients stunning packages of cosmetic dentistry treatments

Saturday, May 21st, 2011

Confidence is such an important part of most walks of life that you should grasp every opportunity to give it a boost. It is something that employers look for when they are interviewing candidates and it is the best way to stand out at a party if you are looking to meet new people when you are there. But problems with your appearance can damage your self esteem no matter how much you might try and wish it away. If the issue is with your smile, don’t delay, contact your dentist and ask about cosmetic dentistry and how your look can be improved.
Cosmetic dentistry is the collective name for a whole range of procedures which are designed and implemented in order for your teeth to look more aesthetically pleasing. This is in contrast to general dentistry whose focus is to maintain the health and functionality of your mouth. Of course there is a degree of overlap here. Braces, for example, improve the look of your smile but the rearrangement of your teeth might also benefit the health of your mouth by putting an end to bruxism (nocturnal teeth grinding) if that is occurring.
Dentists can whiten your teeth, cover up unsightly cracks or chips with porcelain dental veneers or crowns and replace metal fillings with stunning, white, cosmetic bonding. If you are interested then you should book a consultation with your Central Leeds dentist where you will be able to explain any aspects of the look of your mouth that you are not happy with and he or she can suggest appropriate cosmetic dentistry procedures which can change them and boost your self confidence.

Six Months Smile produces beautiful smiles in just half a year with Leeds dentists

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011

What if it was possible to get a perfectly straight set of teeth in a matter of months? Sounds like just a distant dream or something reserved only for the very richest in society, but thanks to the incredible Six Months Smile procedure, this is now available to everybody. All you need is the desire to correct your crooked teeth and an appointment with your Leeds dentist.
The thing about traditional metal braces is, for all their effectiveness, they can look unsightly to say the least and take rather a long time to achieve what they are meant for. All those metal brackets and wires can leave you feeling ashamed of even opening your mouth and the prospect of having to put up with that for as long as three years puts plenty of people off.
Six Months Smile circumvents both of those problems while retaining the effectiveness of the tried and tested traditional metal brace. In a brilliantly simple solution to the problem of discretion, the wires that are used in Six Months Smile to move your teeth over time are actually made from special nickel titanium which is matched to the colour of your teeth. As for the length of treatment time, Six Months Smile takes as long as the name suggests: six months.
Six Months Smile is unable to rotate teeth but for minor and general alignment issues, it is perfectly suited. Make an appointment with your Leeds dentist to find out more about this revolutionary product and how it can change the look of your smile for good. You’ll be amazed by the results it produces in your teeth.

Leeds dentists offer Inman aligners to improve the look of patients’ smiles

Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011

You might be thinking of getting your teeth straightened out so that you have a brilliant, healthy looking smile which you can be proud of. This is a common desire but many people are put off by the thought of having to wear an unsightly metal brace for several years. But this is no longer the only way to solve the problem of crooked teeth.
The Inman aligner works far quicker than traditional metal braces. The average time of treatment is just six months. That’s about a quarter of the two years which metal braces usually need to be worn for. Inman aligners are far more discreet as well; they only have one visible part: a single metal bar running across the front teeth. This is infinitely preferable to the metal brackets and wires of their traditional counterparts, especially for teenagers.
An Inman aligner is completely removable, which makes the issue of oral hygiene during treatment a far more manageable proposition. No longer will patients who want their teeth straightened have to endure food being trapped amongst all the metal workings. You can just remove an Inman aligner after a meal and give it and your teeth a thorough clean.
Inman aligners work using the power of a coiled spring which pushes the teeth against the bar which is front of your front teeth. This process is ideal for small alignment issues but cannot be used to rotate teeth. With the cost of an Inman aligner roughly the same as most other orthodontic treatments you might find that it is the answer to your nagging questions about how to straighten your teeth without wearing a traditional brace.
Make an appointment to see your Leeds dentist if you need more information about Inman aligners and how they work.

Central Leeds dentists straighten teeth effectively and discreetly with Damon braces

Monday, February 21st, 2011

You needn’t be put off the thought of having your teeth straightened by the prospect of having to cope with a mouth full of metal wires and brackets. Modern technological advances have helped to create a product that can effectively straighten your smile without all the metal. Damon braces are already incredibly popular in the United States thanks to their ability to straighten teeth in a more discreet fashion and your Central Leeds dentist will be able to tell you more.
Damon braces can effectively treat crooked teeth in six months less time than it usually takes traditional metal braces. This is a huge bonus for those who simply want to get on with their lives and leave orthodontic treatments behind them. Traditional brace wearers often have to wear them for as long as three years, a period which can seem especially long if it coincides with the already socially awkward adolescent years.
What’s more Damon braces are made from a clear material and, as such, are barely noticeable, even to your closest family and friends. With Damon braces there is no longer any need to hide your mouth in social situations because you are embarrassed about the metal brackets and wires which cover your teeth.
The fact that there is no tightening of wires involved makes Damon a far more comfortable product to wear too. This also has the added of benefit of making them much easier to clean. Wearers of traditional braces often have to worry about food getting trapped and this causing bad breath but Damon wearers need not have this concern.
Ask your Central Leeds dentist if they are registered with Damon and take the first step towards correcting problems with your crooked teeth.

Leeds dentists advise patients in the options for teeth straightening

Saturday, February 19th, 2011

Having a crooked smile can lead to embarrassment in social situations as you try and hide your mouth, ashamed of the way your smile looks. Crooked or misaligned teeth are a common problem in the United Kingdom and you should be prepared to go to your dentist and ask for more information about how to rectify the problem. Aside from the aesthetics involved, misaligned teeth have also been implicated in cases of teeth grinding and even TMJ.
The most common method of having your teeth straightened is with a traditional brace that uses metal wires and brackets to slowly adjust the positions of your teeth. These are extremely effective and have stood the test of time but the treatment period is often long, some people find them uncomfortable and they can look unsightly.
Other braces are available these days, such as invisible or friction free ones which are more aesthetically pleasing and often shorter treatment times. It must be said though that these are usually only suitable for minor alignment issues and if you need major work then a traditional metal brace is probably still your best option.
Although childhood is the best time to get teeth straightened as your teeth are still developing, braces are perfectly suitable for adults too and you shouldn’t think that teeth straightening is not for you just because you are a little older. Next time you visit your Leeds dental surgery you should ask your dentist to explain all the different options available to get your teeth straightened. You will be glad you did when you complete your treatment and have a perfectly straight and aligned smile to shoe off to your friends and colleagues.

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.

Choosing an Inman aligner in central Leeds

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010

Okay. You’ve met the person of your dreams in a pub in central Leeds. This is the one for you. They’ve seen past your rather medieval front teeth and seen into your soul. This love is so rich and pure, and so immediate, that you even want to sanction it with a marriage in a couple of months time. So then, why is there this uncomfortable feeling eating away at the bliss of true love that courses through your heart, just before you sleep at night? Because those teeth of yours are gonna look awful in the wedding and honeymoon photos, right? Right! But help is at hand my friend, thanks to the Inman aligner. It doesn’t matter how old you are, this treatment is designed to fix your teeth in as little as 6 weeks. Its unique design and mechanism means it can only be used on the front teeth. Once the aligner has been placed in the mouth, a thin metallic wire around the front of the teeth starts to pull the teeth into place. In the meantime, a spring operated device applies pressure in the opposite direction, practically rocking the teeth gently into position. Another advantage of the aligner is that throughout the treatment, it can be removed, allowing you to eat normally and maintain your oral hygiene. But the price is equally attractive at around £1400, that’s about £30 a day- that’s enough to put a smile on your face, eh?