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Ealing Orthodontics: A straight smile is a good asset at any age

Orthodontic Treatments In Ealing, London 

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Ealing Orthodontics : Orthodontic Treatments In Ealing, West London

Everyone wants a beautiful smile for social, personal, or professional reasons. A straight and white smile is beneficial to both adults and children alike as an individual of any age can benefit from what a beautiful smile can offer. Orthodontics treatment may be used to treat: crowded or crooked teeth, spaces between the teeth, or misaligned teeth and jaws. Some patients may find that orthodontic treatment improves the comfort of their bite as well as the function, however, the main benefit you will receive from orthodontic treatment is the cosmetic transformation.

Benefits of Straight Teeth 

Straight teeth help an individual to effectively bite, chew, and speak. You may also be surprised to learn that straight teeth are less prone to decay, gum disease, and injury. Straight teeth optimise your dental hygiene as it will ensure the teeth are properly aligned, making them easier to clean as straight teeth minimise the number of hard-to-reach crevices which reduces the risk of food debris getting stuck which can result in plaque and decay.

 

Children & Adolescent Orthodontics

The best age for children to begin orthodontic treatment varies depending on their individual needs. However, the British Orthodontic Society (BOS) recommends that children have an evaluation as early as possible. During this evaluation, SSS Clinic may take a dental x-ray so that we can predict possible malocclusion and crowding.

Treatment is often divided into two phases.

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Phase 1 is to align the opposing jaws into their correct position and this generally requires the use of plates and can begin from age seven until the full eruption of permanent teeth depending on the individual case.

Phase 2 is the placement of braces to align and straighten the teeth. This is generally done when all the permanent teeth have fully erupted.

Many orthodontic problems are linked to health issues and have connections to adenoids, tonsils, middle ear infections, snoring, altered sleeping habits, and mouth breathing. Where necessary treatment is carried out in conjunction with ENT specialists to clear airway obstructions and encourage proper breathing techniques.

Orthodontics for Adults

Today, more and more adults are also choosing to undergo treatment, making up more than 25% of all orthodontic patients. This proactive attitude towards a crooked smile can benefit your career as well as possibly enhance your confidence. Research has shown that a more aesthetically pleasing smile can actually improve your prospects and potential at work and in your social life.

 

Invisalign® Invisible Braces

Affordable Invisalign In Ealing, London
Affordable Invisalign In Ealing, London

Unlike traditional orthodontics that rely on bars and brackets to straighten your smile, Invisalign® uses a series of clear, plastic aligners to gently and gradually move your teeth. Invisalign is an excellent option for adults and older teens who don’t want metal braces interfering with their busy lives.

If Invisalign is the right orthodontic treatment for you, your dentist in Ealing, London, will walk you through the entire process prior to beginning treatment. We will take X-rays, pictures, and impressions of your teeth, and together we will come up with goals for your new smile. Based on this information, we will carefully plan out each step of your treatment. You will visit our Ealing dental Clinic approximately every 4-6 weeks to receive new aligner trays. These trays will guide your teeth into their perfect positions.

In addition to being gentle and subtle, Invisalign are also removable. You can take out the aligners for short periods of time without affecting your treatment at all. Unlike traditional braces, you’ll find that with Invisalign, you can eat your favorite foods  and brush and floss your teeth as you normally would. Once you’re done, pop the aligner back in to continue the straightening process.