Braces are dental appliances used to move teeth that are badly spaced, protruding, crooked or misaligned. Most people are familiar with the standard train track braces worn by teenagers. You may have thought about having your teeth straightened in the past but were put off by ‘mouthful of metal’ look of braces. Another consideration is how long the treatments can take: 12 to 24 months is standard treatment time. Things have changed and now there are a range of different options available that are particularly suitable for adults who are choosing to have their teeth straightened.
These braces are designed to be virtually undetectable unless you are looking very closely. They are also often designed to work on just the front teeth rather than standard braces which are generally fitted to all the teeth. Some of these braces are fixed while others are removable. Different products are suitable for different levels of adjustment, your dentist can discuss the various options with you when you have your first consultation.
Making the best of your teeth
Are you satisfied with the general appearance of your teeth, or would you like them to be straighter and more even? If you are thinking about finding out more about where you can go to have braces. Stevenage dental practice Smilecraft offers a range of different braces to suit most needs. Depending on the type of braces that you need, your treatment could be completed in just six months.
There are a number of benefits from having your teeth straightened. Naturally you will find that the first one is that you will want to find more reasons to smile, but straighter teeth are also healthier teeth. Crooked and badly aligned teeth are more prone to damage and uneven wear over time, and a poor bite can result in problems with the joints of the jaw.
There’s no age limit to straighter teeth
As long as your teeth and gums are healthy there is no reason to put up with crooked or gappy teeth any longer. If you’re thinking about the possibility of having straighter teeth come and talk to us about braces. Stevenage dental practice Smilecraft is here to help you achieve a smile to be proud of.