We all remember traditional metal braces. Whilst we appreciate how well they straightened our teeth and significantly improved the appearance of our smile, we didn’t appreciate how unattractive they made us feel and how uncomfortable they were. And what an inconvenience it was to clean them after eating!
Orthodontic treatment has come a long way since then and thanks to computerised technology, patients in London can choose from a range of teeth straightening methods that are less invasive, more comfortable and above all – more discreet.
At Umbrella Smiles there is a wide choice of brace systems, which vary in technique and treatment time.
Among those available are:
Invisalign:
is a see-through teeth aligner, which gently moves your teeth to give you an almost effortless straighter smile. For many, the real selling point is that no one will know that you are wearing braces, but you can also remove Invisalign braces to eat and to brush your teeth.
Incognito Lingual Brace:
is placed on the back of the teeth and uses gentle pressure to push the teeth into shape, thereby minimising damage to the front surface of the teeth. They are invisible and have little effect on your speech.
6 Month Smiles:
focus on the teeth visible when you smile, using tooth coloured wires to provide a simpler, faster and cheaper alternative.
The Inman Aligner:
is designed specifically for the front teeth and because there is a lot of pressure exerted on the teeth, the changes are achieved quickly so it can be cost-effective. In addition, because the Inman Aligner is removable, it allows for good oral hygiene, as you are able to brush your teeth and floss easily.
Our highly trained orthodontic team at Umbrella Smiles can advise you on the best system for you. The difference a brace and a specialist orthodontist can make to your smile is quite simply amazing. If you have been put off by thinking that braces are unattractive, time-consuming and painful, then think again and smile- after all it is one of the first things we notice and a beautiful smile is the best accessory we have!
