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Orthodontics: the art of straighter teeth

Many adults are affected by poorly aligned, protruding or crossing teeth that can lead to poor oral health, and an unattractive smile can lead to a loss of confidence. To correct these problems it is generally necessary to have your teeth straightened using orthodontics. Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that specialises in the correction of these problems. In most cases braces of some type are used to gradually move the teeth in the jawbone from their original position into a new and straighter alignment.

orthodontics-stevenage It is usually better to have your teeth straightened during childhood, while you are still growing, but there are now many effective orthodontic procedures that are suitable for adults. Here at Smilecraft in Stevenage, orthodontics are now a popular treatment for many of our adult patients.

All about orthodontics in Stevenage

Orthodontic treatments are used to straighten and realign crowded, crooked or badly spaced teeth. As well as improving the appearance of your teeth these corrective procedures have a number of other benefits. If your teeth are not correctly aligned your bite may be affected, this can result in problems developing over time due to uneven wear and tear on individual teeth.

When your teeth do not meet correctly it can affect the way that your jaw works resulting in strained jaw muscles. This in turn can lead to problems in the joints and can even be a cause of recurring headaches.

Can orthodontics work for me?

At Smilecraft in Stevenage, orthodontics now offer a realistic solution to a less than perfect smile. Because of our different dental needs, adult orthodontic treatments differ in a number of ways from the typical treatments offered to children.

Any successful orthodontic treatment depends on your overall dental health. As long as your teeth and gums are in good condition, having your teeth straightened should be a reliable and straightforward procedure. In many cases we only work on straightening the front teeth, which allows us to complete the straightening process in a relatively short time. The treatment is also designed to be very discreet. So if you are interested in finding out more about how you can have a smile to be proud of, and keep your teeth healthier for longer, come and make an appointment. Let’s see if we can give you something to smile about for years to come.

Looking for braces in Stevenage?

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.

braces-in-stevenage 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.

Give your smile abrightstart to 2017

By the far most popular form of cosmetic dentistry is teeth whitening. This is a non-invasive, gentle and quick treatment that can make a dramatic difference to the quality of your smile.

teeth-whitening-in-stevenage Teeth can become stained and discoloured in various ways. If you drink tea, coffee or red wine or other dark drinks, or if you smoke, or take certain medications, you will be staining your teeth. Also, teeth naturally become duller as we age.Teeth whitening can remove these stains and make your teeth several shades whiter, making your smile brighter and possibly making you appear younger too.

At Smilecraft in Stevenage, teeth whitening is offered with two different systems.

One system we use is the Enlighten system. This is the only system that can brighten your teeth by up to 16 shades and can guarantee a B1 shade, the brightest shade of white there is. You can have Enlighten teeth whitening with us at the clinic or you can do it yourself with one of our take-home kits. Along with the bleaching gel, Enlighten also provides adesensitising toothpaste to use for two weeks before you begin bleaching, as well as a tooth paste to use afterwards to prolong your lovely white smile.

We also offer the Zoom! system, which is a two hour in-clinic whitening system that will brighten up your smile by between four and six shades. You will also go home with special trays and gels to continue to whiten your teeth for six days after your clinic appointment.

If you are tempted to buy an off-the-shelf whitening kit, please be aware that this is not a good idea. These kits use trays that are not fitted to the contours of your teeth and can leak gel into your mouth, and damage your gums and soft mouth parts. You need to come to a dental professional so that we can make trays from impressions taken from your teeth. This vastly reduces the chances of damage and also makes sure that the gel comes into proper contact with your teeth.

Hang on to your custom-made trays so that you can have whitening top-ups when the colour starts to fade. Contact us to find out more about how teeth whitening can transform your smile.

Adult orthodontics in Stevenage: straighten your teeth with Six Month Smiles

An increasing number of adult patients in the UK are dissatisfied with the alignment of their teeth. However, many people would rather not wear visible metal braces simply because they consider the look unsightly. Luckily, modern orthodontics in Stevenage offer a quick, easy and innovative way for adults to attain a healthy and beautiful smile over just six months.

orthodontics-in-stevenage At Smilecraft in Stevenage, we want you to always feel confident with your smile, so we provide Six Month Smiles braces for correcting crooked or misaligned teeth. Our experienced dental team will help you determine whether Six Month Smiles is the right treatment for you.

How does it work?

Six Month Smiles is a teeth straightening treatment that combines modern materials and advanced technology to gently shift and align your front teeth within six months.

Unlike metal braces, this therapy focuses on the teeth that are visible when you smile. Six Month Smiles provides a solution to a range of minor dental problems such as misaligned bites, crooked, spaced and crowded teeth. The clear braces and brackets used in the treatment are hardly visible.

Is Six Month Smiles the right treatment for me?

If you are 15 years or older and you are not looking for a major alteration to your bite, Six Month Smiles braces may be right for you. If you have more serious orthodontic problems, we may recommend alternative teeth straightening options- talk to our experienced dentist about the options available.

Benefits of Six Month Smiles braces

The best thing about Six Month Smiles is the duration of treatment, but there are so many other benefits to them. Six Month Smiles braces are made from tooth-coloured materials, making them very discreet and comfortable.

As treatment works so quickly, they are an ideal solution for people who want to look their best for an upcoming big occasion such as a wedding or a graduation. Finally, shorter treatment time makes them more cost-effective than other orthodontic solutions.

Get in touch with us

If you have any questions on Six Month Smiles braces, or to find out more about orthodontics in Stevenage, call or email Smilecraft today to schedule a consultation appointment.

Why choose us?

Here at Smilecraft in Stevenage, our dental team comprises of eight members of staff, including two dentists, three hygienists and three dental nurse and reception staff who all share the same caring philosophy. We believe in preventing dental problems before they have a chance to arise.

braces-in-stevenage We encourage regular dental check-ups and visits to our hygienists. This will help you maintain optimum oral health. We use only modern dental techniques and equipment to help you maintain your dental health and achieve aesthetically pleasing results.

Smilecraft is a private dental practice based in central Stevenage. The practice has been established for over 25 years and provides routine dental care as well as cosmetic dentistry. With our treatments, the health, comfort and happiness of our patients is our main priority.

We believe in treating patients the way we would want to be treated in a dental environment. We always treat our patients with kindness, respect and care – and not just when you are having your treatment, but at the practice as a whole. You will be welcomed with warmth as soon as you enter the surgery.

I need braces

Are you sick of your wonky, crooked, or misaligned teeth? Look no further for your braces in Stevenage. At Smilecraft, we use the Six Month Smiles procedure. This is an adult orthodontic treatment that can straighten your teeth in approximately six months!

For your braces in Stevenage Six Month Smiles could be the treatment for you. You will be offered a revolutionary combination of proven orthodontic techniques and modern tooth-coloured materials. They are nearly invisible clear braces, used to gently straighten and align teeth in an average time of just six months.

At Smilecraft, we know that as an adult it can be embarrassing to wear braces; however our adult braces in Stevenage are clear so no one need ever know you are undergoing any dental treatment.

Six Month Smiles involves straightening teeth without the need for the removal or extraction of teeth. The treatment includes the use of a retainer, which is permanently bonded to the inner surfaces of your teeth. This will prevent the teeth moving back into their old position after initial treatment is complete.

Show off your smile

Are you happy with your smile? Do you hold back from showing off its full radiance because of crooked or missing teeth? Do you feel anxious in social situations because of crowded, chipped or misaligned teeth? Do you wish that you didn’t have to show off a mouth full of metal fillings every time you laughed?

smile-makeover-in-stevenage If you aren’t happy with your smile but aren’t sure what kind of treatment could help the most; or perhaps you have a variety of issues that need attention, smile makeovers in Stevenage could be just what you are looking for.

What will work for me?

At Smilecraft, we offer a range of cosmetic dentistry treatments in Stevenage. Smile makeovers include one or more of these. When you come in for a consultation with our cosmetic dentist, we will take time to listen to what makes you unhappy about your smile and offer you one or more of our smile enhancing procedures. This includes: teeth whitening, Six Month Smiles braces, white filings, crowns, porcelain veneers and inlays and onlays.

Quicker ways to a happier smile

Perhaps your teeth are nicely aligned but you need a quick brightening boost for a special occasion. We offer the in-house Zoom teeth whitening system, which is a quick and easy way to a brighter smile. Taking just two hours, we apply a powerful whitening gel to your teeth, which is activated with a UV light. You’ll notice the difference straight away. Or if you prefer a gentler method, we can offer you an at-home method using trays that fit neatly to your teeth for you to apply a lower dose gel yourself over two weeks.

If your teeth are crooked, crowded or misaligned, you may benefit from orthodontic treatment. We offer a fast, effective way for adults to straighten teeth, which is almost invisible. Six Month Smiles braces use tooth-coloured wires and brackets and so are highly discreet. Treatment time varies from four to nine months, which is vastly quicker than traditional metal braces.

Call in today

If you are looking for a smile makeover in Stevenage, pop into the Smilecraft surgery today and find out how we can help you gain confidence in your smile.

Is it time to straighten things out?

Do you suffer from crooked or misaligned teeth? Most people are aware of standard fixed dental braces. Gone are the days of painful, metal braces that are highly visible and fixed in place. In recent times, there are many much less invasive, more convenient and flexible ways to straighten your teeth. At Smilecraft, Stevenage, orthodontics is provided in a modern and revolutionary way.

orthodontics-in-Stevenage We understand that undertaking orthodontics takes a lot of consideration and at Smilecraft we are keen to keep our patients informed, relaxed and comfortable at every stage of the process. We also consider significant factors such as the costs of the treatment and the long-term impacts on your oral health.

What is orthodontics?

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that corrects teeth and jaws that are positioned incorrectly. Crooked and wonky teeth that do not fit together correctly are harder to keep clean and are at risk of being lost early due to tooth decay and gum disease. This causes stress on the chewing muscles that can lead to headaches and shoulder and back pain. Teeth that are crooked or not in the right place can also negatively affect your appearance and confidence.

For your orthodontics in Stevenage, we use diagnostic tools including examining your dental health history, plaster models of your teeth and X-rays to clarify what orthodontic treatment each of our patients need and from this we will develop a treatment plan that’s right for you.

Isn’t orthodontic dentistry expensive?

Top quality treatment does come at a price, but we understand that not everybody can afford to pay this all in one go. Our pricing structures are transparent, and we offer a variety of finance plans, including a 0% finance offer to spread the cost and make quality treatment much more manageable and affordable.

Dependent upon the orthodontics you require, you can borrow between £600 and £50,000. Most patients’ applications are approved within a week and you can then go full steam ahead and schedule your orthodontics in Stevenage.

So, if you are in need of teeth straightening in Stevenage, look no further than Smilecraft. Contact us today and be on your way to a straighter, happier smile.

Your smile’s better with Smilecraft

Do you long for straighter teeth but feel that as an adult the conventional train track braces used for many children are not appropriate, especially for your professional working environment? Does the prospect of lengthy treatment time, discomfort and possibly tooth damage deter you from having a more attractive smile?

braces-in-stevenage If the answer to these questions is yes, you may be surprised to know that times have changed and there is a way for you to achieve straighter teeth in just six months. At Smilecraft in Stevenage, braces for adults are a popular and very discreet remedy for this problem. These braces rely on the latest technology and the method used is sometimes referred to as invisible braces.

A simple and discreet solution

If your teeth are crooked or misaligned help is at hand from Smilecraft Dental Care here in Stevenage. Braces for adults are now a realistic option. We offer braces that are virtually invisible and only used on the front four teeth. They are a reliable and cost effective way of realigning your teeth using tooth-coloured wires and brackets which means that only you will know you’re wearing them. The procedure can also help to improve your bite and therefore both the appearance and function your teeth is improved.

The average time required to realign your teeth is usually six months although this differs for each patient depending on the degree of straightening and realignment that is required. The procedure is virtually painless and has a number of benefits:

healthier teeth,
improved self-confidence,
better long-term oral health.

Take the first step and book a consultation

If you’re determined to have a better smile then come to see us in Stevenage. Braces are now a realistic choice for adults and we can help to give you something that you really want to smile about.

A consultation with one of our dentists is the first step to saying goodbye to your crooked, crowded, gappy or misaligned bite. During this assessment we will give you an evaluation of the treatment required and talk you through the process. The short and cost-effective treatment is tailored to suit your personal needs, so come and talk to us about the smile you want to show the world. For quality braces in Stevenage, trust Smilecraft.

Available teeth straightening options

There are a number of different braces that people can choose from in order to receive straighter teeth. There are the traditional metal braces, fixed clear braces, braces that can be removed and even braces that are totally invisible to the naked eye. Let’s take a closer look at what’s available out there.

Removable braces

Removable braces are a great option for those who have minor to moderate issues that need correcting. They’re also excellent for people who don’t like the idea of eating or brushing their teeth whilst wearing a brace. The most popular clear brace treatment on the market at the moment is Invisalign. Invisalign treatment includes receiving a set different set of aligners every two weeks until the desired outcome has been reached. One drawback of Invisalign is that treatment can take longer than some of the other teeth straightening options available.

Invisible braces

‘Invisible’ or lingual braces are fixed at the back of the teeth so are totally hidden from site. These braces are an ideal option for people who are self-conscious about wearing a brace and don’t want it to be noticeable at all. A popular lingual brace that’s available at the moment is Incognito and although they are totally unnoticeable, they are of a higher price than other braces.

Clear braces

Clear braces are the perfect solution for those wanting to achieve straighter teeth in a short time frame. Smilecraft dental practice offers a treatment called Six Month Smiles to patients wanting clear braces in Stevenage. Although the braces are not totally invisible, they are transparent so it’s unlikely that anyone will know that you’re wearing them unless they’re inspecting your teeth up close. Smilecraft considers their Stevenage braces to be the best option for most people wanting to achieve straighter teeth. The reasons for this include:

Discreetness
Effectiveness
An average treatment time of just 6 months!

If you have crooked or misaligned teeth and you want to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing smile, please make an appointment at Smilecraft dental clinic to find out if you’re a suitable candidate for their clear braces in Stevenage.

My teeth are over-crowded, can you help me with a solution?

If you are hiding your smile due to overcrowded or imperfect teeth, then we could have a solution for you. At Smilecraft in Stevenage, cosmetic dentistry is a popular choice for anyone who wants to improve their smile. It is said that the smile is the first thing that we notice about someone, so why not make first impressions count! Old metal braces have now been replaced with Six Month Smiles. In this treatment your teeth can be straightened using invisible braces. The brackets and wires are the same colour as teeth, so you can continue to socialise with confidence while your teeth straighten into the desired position.

What service can I expect at your dental practice?

At Smilescraft we pride ourselves on giving you a top-quality experience whether you are visiting us for a routine check-up,a preventative treatment or for cosmetic dentistry. Stevenage is a fast-growing hub for jobs and social entertainment. Being proud of your appearance is vastly helped when you have a good smile. Our practice can advice you on how to get the most from your smile, starting with a simple consultation. Speak to the dentist about your current concerns regarding your teeth and let us give you the best advice for which treatment can help you.

I am a nervous patient and not sure cosmetic dentistry is right for me

If nerves have been holding you back from improving your smile then it is time to explore your available options. Many people hold a fear of the dentist, so you are not alone if you feel this way. It is a good idea to express your fears so that the dentist can accommodate you and your needs. An option for sedation is available for nervous patients. This allows the treatment to be completed with limited distress or pain to the patient.

Do I still need to look after my teeth after a cosmetic treatment?

Yes! It is important for everybody to take care of their teeth as they go about their busy lives in Stevenage. Cosmetic Dentistry will only take care of straightening your teeth, you will still need to take care to ensure that they stay clean. Ensure regular brushing of all the teeth to give you the best possible chance of a plaque-free smile.

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