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Why should I consider orthodontics?

When we at Weybridge Orthodontics ask patients what they know about orthodontic treatment, many are quick to point out that straightening teeth has a positive effect on improving the look of a smile. Enhancing the look of a less-than-pleasing smile has become one of the foremost reasons to consider orthodontics Weybridge.

While we applaud a patient’s desire to straighten their smiles, we know that teeth alignment treatment goes far beyond that of aesthetic value.

Misaligned or crooked teeth can pose many other problems than just an unbecoming smile. Patients may be surprised to learn that these other problems can include: speech impediments, masticatory (biting and chewing) challenges, headaches and the greater risk of teeth becoming damaged. Dentists rely on orthodontics Weybridge to correct all the issues above AND give patients an aesthetically–pleasing aligned smile.

We take a look at a few top reasons to opt for orthodontics Weybridge.

Reason to choose orthodontics

Healthier teeth

This may be a lesser-known (among patients) benefit to straightening teeth, and yet, it is an all-important benefit. Teeth that are in perfect alignment (in their correct position in the dental arch) makes it easier for toothbrush bristles and floss to reach in between the spaces to remove tiny food particles and teeth-destroying bad bacteria. Patients will also find that they spend less time brushing and flossing as these oral health duties become easier to do.

Desirable self-confidence

Why is confidence such a desirable personality trait? For the simple reason that the rewards of confidence can reach into every sphere of a person’s life. Without confidence, a person may not have the self-assurance to take the step of applying for a job, or, they feel too shy to make friends because of how they look – for confidence is directly tied to being deemed attractive.

Healthier body

Poor oral health arising from inadequate oral hygiene practice is not restricted to the mouth area only. In fact the development of gum disease caused by the accumulation of plaque puts at risk the health of the rest of the body too. The presence of gum disease, especially if left untreated, makes it highly likely that bacterial infections can enter the bloodstream and reach vital organs like the heart.

Ability to enjoy a diverse array of foods

Teeth at risk of decay or damage (both made possible when teeth are not straightened) open up the possibility of tooth loss, whether they are purposefully extracted or fall out of their own accord or are knocked out (as in the case with protruding teeth). Tooth loss has a major adverse impact on the quality of life a patient lives. When teeth are kept in alignment, this increases the chance of a lifelong service of natural teeth, the patient is able to look after their nutrition by eating a wide variety of foods.

Much time and research has been spent in the field of orthodontics that has seen many relatively new teeth straightening techniques and appliances to restore good dental health and function, in addition to great looking smiles. To find out which treatment plan would best benefit your individual situation, get in touch with our friendly front desk team at Weybridge Orthodontics to schedule a consultation appointment with one of our competent and well-experienced dental practitioners.

What to know about your Invisalign treatment

You’ve heard about the amazing benefits of having your teeth straightened but are overwhelmed when it comes to choosing from among the myriad of orthodontic appliances available? You are well-familiar with traditional metal braces but, as an adult, you don’t really want to announce your orthodontic treatment plan to the world.

Modern orthodontic appliance designers have found the ideal solution: clear (barely visible) aligner-like braces. The most widely known and preferred brand being Invisalign Weybridge.

At Weybridge Orthodontics we look to efficacious orthodontic treatment, offering our patients modern teeth straightening devices with sought after deliverables including Invisalign Weybridge.

A look into why Invisalign Weybridge has become such a phenomenon in the orthodontics industry reveals a number of advantages that are not provided with the use of other more traditional teeth straightening tools.

We focus on a few important points to know about before opting for Invisalign.

Facts about Invisalign treatment plans

Aligner-like trays must be worn

In order to straighten teeth successfully, it is imperative that a patient wears their aligner-like trays as instructed by our dental practitioner. This means that the responsibility of abiding by the treatment plan falls to the patient. These are removable aligner-like trays which means it is the patient’s responsibility to put them back on after meals or brushing and flossing. We recommend that the trays need to sit on teeth between 20 to 22 hours in a day – anything less will mean that the trays aren’t being given the time they need to do their job properly.

Be vigilant about oral hygiene

Neglecting to brush and floss teeth and failing to clean trays properly allows bad bacteria and plaque to accumulate on teeth and gums. Lack of a recommended at-home oral hygiene practice only risks the effectiveness of the treatment plan, not to mention the danger of tooth decay.

Smoking is discouraged

Not only is smoking a threat to dental health as it has been linked to gum disease and mouth cancers, there is the increased chance of the clear aligner-like trays from becoming discoloured or stained.

Initial adjustment period

It only stands to reason that with having a foreign object placed on teeth, some patients may need a short period of adjustment while they get used to wearing their trays. Any adjustment issues like changes in speech usually goes away after a short period of adjustment.

Role of retainer following completion of treatment

An important step with any orthodontic treatment plan is to continue to support newly aligned teeth by wearing retainers once treatment has come to an end, and so it is with Invisalign braces. This may raise a few eyebrows among patients, but it has been found that teeth can move again into undesirable positions once the braces have been removed. When armed with accurate information, patients are best able to make correct decisions regarding their oral health treatments. At our Weybridge Orthodontics clinic, we prioritise patient education by taking the time to answer a patient’s questions and address their concerns. Why not book an appointment by getting in touch with us and have more of your questions about orthodontic treatment answered?

Need a discreet brace? A guide to Incognito braces by Weybridge Orthodontics

Are you looking for a more sturdy brace as an adult that doesn’t draw stares, but also straightens complex misalignments?

When you come to Weybridge Orthodontics for realignment, we can assess your suitability for one of our most popular braces; Incognito Weybridge! Discreet, functional and worn by royalty, this brace does it all while being affixed to the back of your teeth! Brilliant!

Want to know more about Incognito Weybridge? Read on for our brief guide to help you become more informed!

What are they?

In short, Incognito Weybridge is a simple, metal brace with the wires and brackets fixed to the back of the teeth as opposed to the front.

Due to this, they are more subtle than regular braces and are able to treat a wider range of misalignment issues. They do require tightening in the same way as regular braces to move the teeth, and while some patients have found them initially quite tough to adjust to as they rub against the tongue, we can resolve this initial irritant with dental wax. Perfect!

Suitability

Unlike many other braces that are discreet, this brand of lingual brace is suitable for patients of all ages; as it is fitted, there is no concern about children removing it and forgetting to put it back in afterwards!

As mentioned before, it can treat more complex cases of misalignment and is, therefore, more versatile than aligners like Invisalign. But of course, to assess your suitability for it, our team will need to examine your teeth and discuss this option with you, to ensure that you are aware of all that it entails.

Treatment time

OK, so we have established that this brace can be used to treat more complex cases and, due to its discretion, it is favoured among adults and teenagers.

Therefore, in a similar vein as regular orthodontic braces, many of our patients who have been suited to using it have worn it for an average of 9-15 months. Remember, no one will be able to see it, so we are certain that the treatment time will fly by without any insecurity or concerns about appearance.

Appointment occurrence

As before, you need to remember that this is a metal brace and so, it will require tightening to move your teeth.

And, while we cannot stipulate on the specifics of your individual orthodontic case, many patients who have worn this brace have needed tightening about every 6 weeks. Your tightening sessions may be closer together, especially if our team is working to correct a specific issue, like the rotation of a canine or molar.

Aftercare

As is the way with braces, once they come off, you will need to wear a retainer; this is to ensure that your teeth do not relapse into their former positions.

If you don’t wear a retainer for the specified time, your teeth can move or become more misaligned than they were before treatment, making the entire process a waste of time. Don’t risk it and wear the retainer!

Are you aware of how Invisalign in Weybridge could help your smile?

A different kind of orthodontics

Over the past year, getting treatments like Invisalign Weybridge from a trusted cosmetic orthodontist such as ours has been harder than ever, due to the unforeseen implications of the Covid:19 pandemic.

Now, thankfully, at Weybridge Orthodontics we are happy to report that our practice is back in full swing, and our cosmetic orthodontic specialists are once again doing what they do best – helping craft beautiful, healthy smiles.

We recognise that the last year has been incredibly difficult and challenging for everyone, and that evidence of these challenges can be seen in the dental wellbeing of many patients.

Having crooked or badly aligned teeth is something that presents far more problems and issues than you may first think, from the social implications to dental and health concerns, and we strongly advise anyone who feels their teeth are crooked or out of place to speak to us here at Weybridge Orthodontics about what your options are.

What is Invisalign Weybridge?

Invisalign is a relatively new form of cosmetic orthodontics that has become massively popular throughout the world, thanks to its proven ability to discreetly realign a patient’s smile through a non-invasive, removable means.

Rather than using the conventional orthodontic approach of fixed brackets and connective tension wires, the Invisalign process instead aligns the patient’s teeth through a removable, plastic dental aligner.

This aligner is both wafer-thin and transparent, and as each one is made uniquely for each patient, when placed over their existing teeth it slips completely out of view.

In terms of how Invisalign actually achieves a straighter smile, it uses pressure points that are carefully placed within the structure of every aligner to apply force to specific teeth and gently push them into position over time.

How can I get Invisalign?

If you have teeth that are visibly out of place and would like to realign them without going through the conventional route of traditional fixed braces, the first step in getting Invisalign Weybridge from us here at Weybridge Orthodontics is to book a consultation.

These consultations are essential in the Invisalign process, – because every aligner is unique and tailored to the patient – and they give our practitioners an opportunity to assess your levels of oral health and see if any preliminary treatments (such as getting rid of evidence of gum disease) will be needed before the Invisalign process can be carried out efficiently.

After the initial examination, our practitioners can then take all the photographs and digital impressions that they’ll need to create your unique Invisalign aligner. At this stage in the process, we can also show you an accurate visualisation of how your smile will look after completing the treatment.

Once the patient’s unique set of Invisalign aligners has been created, they are then free to take them home and carry out their treatment. Because every Invisalign aligner is fully removable, patients can choose to remove them whenever they want to, such as when attending a social event or posing for a photo, which gives them a huge amount of freedom that few other forms of orthodontic alignment can offer.

Not sure if braces and aligners are worth it? Advantages of orthodontics in adulthood

Are you an adult who has had enough of having misaligned or crooked teeth?

If you are, you aren’t alone, but chances are you are less than eager to approach a dental team about wearing a brace or aligner, as you aren’t sure that the wearing of a metal brace will be worth it in the long run.

Well, it is and in this article, our team breaks down the key main benefits of wearing a brace or aligner in adulthood.

At Weybridge Orthodontics, we know all about braces and aligners and have made orthodontics Weybridge accessible to thousands of people; improving their oral hygiene, their smile and their confidence. We will always choose the appropriate appliance for you, so you can get the straighter smile you deserve quickly.

How can starting orthodontics Weybridge as an adult help you? Read on to find out!

Clearer speech

The link between misaligned teeth and speech patterns is immense (as where your teeth are located impacts on how your tongue moves) and, should you have a speech impediment in adulthood or suffer from a lisp, there is a good chance that undertaking orthodontics Weybridge will help these issues.

Better oral health

Straighter teeth are easier to clean and when you wear braces you will notice a reduction in plaque and tartar in your mouth.

In turn, this reduces the chances of you developing cavities, gum disease and other dental conditions, all while giving you a more aesthetically pleasing smile. Perfect!

Improved general health

As discussed in the last point, there is a link between excess amounts of plaque in your mouth and misalignment of the teeth.

And all that plaque has to go somewhere and is often ingested. This has been linked to cardiovascular issues, a higher chance of developing cancer, strokes or even heart attacks.

As braces straighten your teeth, it is easier for you (and us) to remove plaque, thus making the chances of developing such serious health disorders less likely.

More restful sleep

As odd as it may seem, having misaligned teeth can do more than cause issues with your eating habits.

Many people whose upper and lower jaws do not fit together correctly suffer from nocturnal bruxism; this is where the teeth grind together due to the loosening of the muscles that occurs when we fall asleep.

And so, having teeth that mesh together will reduce the amount you grind your teeth together, allowing you to get a more restful forty winks and to not wake up with neck pain.

Fewer headaches and migraines

It is a saddening fact that many people who have misaligned teeth also suffer frequently from headaches and migraines. This in part is linked to nocturnal grinding and the tension that this creates within the muscles of the face and neck. And as the link between grinding or bruxism and misalignment has been found countless times, when you begin to straighten your teeth, your incidents of grinding will reduce and so will your headaches or migraines.

Let Invisalign in Weybridge straighten out your oral future

Realigning your outlook

Here at Weybridge Orthodontics, we’ve always been thoroughly committed to making sure our patients receive the highest standard of orthodontic and dental care imaginable.

We understand that, given recent lockdown restrictions, getting treatments like Invisalign Weybridge has been more difficult than ever. However at Weybridge Orthodontics we are overjoyed to now be back to operating a full service, where patients can receive all sorts of cosmetic orthodontic treatments including Invisalign, and get their smile back in shape.

What is Invisalign Weybridge?

A lot of people visit our practice on a regular basis looking to address crooked or badly shaped teeth. What a lot of people don’t realise however, is the amount of different options that are available to them to do so besides conventional, fixed metallic braces.

Invisalign Weybridge is one such alternative treatment that aims to discreetly and comfortably shift your teeth into proper alignment – without leaving any trace on your outward appearance.

This is achieved by approaching the problem of misaligned teeth from a completely different angle to traditional orthodontics. Rather than bonding brackets and wires to every individual tooth, the Invisalign method aligns crooked teeth purely through a removable, transparent plastic retainer.

These retainers slip perfectly over each patient’s tooth shape – as they’ve been custom built for them – and use pressure points that have been deliberately built inside its construction to force any teeth that have been cited as being crooked until they gradually move into place.

As every Invisalign aligner is made purely from Smartrack, transparent plastic, when patients wear their aligner over their teeth it becomes totally invisible.

What are the advantages to Invisalign?

As you can imagine, the discreet nature of Invisalign is one of its main appeals – particularly with young professionals or teenagers that are looking for a means of correcting their dental alignment without impacting how they look.

Alongside Invisalign’s cosmetic advantages however, there are also several other reasons that patients are increasingly choosing it over conventional orthodontic treatments.

One such reason is that, as the Invisalign process is entirely non-invasive and does not need anything to be fixed within the patient’s mouth throughout any point in the process, the patient can take off their aligner whenever they wish to.

This is unlike almost every other form of orthodontics, and gives patients ultimate flexibility and convenience over when or where they carry out their orthodontic alignment.

Another appeal of Invisalign is that, given its non-invasive nature, it is generally found to be one of the most comfortable methods of realigning crooked teeth. Invisalign can also achieve a straighter smile in a far shorter time frame than through traditional braces – which are often worn for around 12 months or more.

If you’re interested in finding out if Invisalign could help discreetly realign your smile, then the first step is to call or email us here at Weybridge Orthodontics to book a consultation. That way you can speak with an experienced professional who will go through all the relevant details and even create an accurate rendering of how your smile will look after completing Invisalign treatment.

What is meant by Incognito, Weybridge?

Weybridge Orthodontics know that there are good reasons why many potential patients do not contact an orthodontist for treatment. There are still negative associations with the wearing of braces, with many people believing braces are unsightly and will lead to them becoming embarrassed by having to wear them.

What many people may not have realised is that this no longer has to be the case, thanks to modern technology and practices. We are proud to introduce Incognito Weybridge, a new kind of brace that will help to change the way you will think about the need to use braces.

Incognito: an introduction

The Incognito™ Lingual Bracket System is a new technology that has enabled the creation of a new format of braces that are practically invisible to the eyes of others looking straight at you, as you are talking and smiling. Now you can receive Incognito Weybridge, knowing that you will not feel self-conscious whilst receiving the treatment needed to straighten your teeth. Best of all, you can keep smiling throughout your treatment.

These Incognito braces are customised to fit into place in the client’s mouth behind the teeth, using the latest in material technologies to gain the best results and be comfortable for them to wear. The Incognito Weybridge braces are designed to always remain in place throughout the treatment period, causing no major issues whilst eating and drinking.

We are certain that the results gained using this new state-of-the-art technology will put a smile on the face of any patient using this treatment. You can find out if this treatment is the right one for you via a full consultation and examination carried out by one of our expert orthodontists.

The results of treatment

More people than you may think find they need to undergo some form of orthodontic treatment, many more have considered it as an option. The whole purpose is to give every patient the ability to have the teeth they are looking for and need, as well as increasing the quality of their oral health.

Having your teeth straightened gives you the ability to take greater care of your oral hygiene by making it easier to clean your teeth and gums. This in turn helps to decrease the chances of issues such as gum disease and bad breath.

Another common problem that brace technology can help solve is that of a weakened or misaligned bite. Realigning your teeth will help to increase the strength of your bite, making it easier for you to chew food and eat.

Prepare for treatment

You must maintain a high standard of oral hygiene when preparing to receive orthodontic treatment, as well as throughout your treatment time. You may want to seek advice from your consultant and start to adopt some good practices for your oral hygiene in the weeks leading up to the start of your treatment.

Getting used to these practices in advance will help lower the risk of gum disease and other complications whilst you are wearing your braces.

Let us talk about Invisalign in Weybridge

Here at Weybridge Orthodontics, we became aware of the fact many patients do not engage with treatment that would greatly benefit their oral health. We decided that it was time for our orthodontists to address this, by identifying the major issue preventing engagement and directly addressing it.

Knowing that one of the main barriers to engagement is perception allowed us to identify a solution that would change this, with the introduction of Invisalign Weybridge.

Many potential patients indicated that the main reason they refrained from getting braces was because they felt that braces were unsightly, and if they had them fitted they felt this could lead to them becoming self-conscious and possibly slightly embarrassed. There was a strong feeling that if there was a virtually invisible brace system then these same patients would be more open to engaging with treatment, for this reason amongst others it was decided to offer Invisalign Weybridge.

Explanation of Invisalign

By providing Invisalign Weybridge we have brought teeth straightening technology to the Surrey area of the UK which is innovative in its design, comfortable to wear and adapted to our lives today. Still, very few people know what Invisalign is, what follows is a very brief explanation and for more information, we encourage you to contact our practice.

The treatment involves the use of a series of aligners that are virtually invisible and removable, they are changed about every two weeks. Each aligner is custom made to match your mouth and teeth; over time they slowly reposition each tooth into the desired position which will have been charted after using Clincheck to predict the treatment path specific to you.

Every few weeks your orthodontist will monitor the progress of the treatment and replace the aligner with the next one in your treatment until the teeth are fully aligned. This means that within a few short weeks you may start to notice a difference.

There is no need to worry about your smile, throughout treatment. Due to the almost invisible nature of these aligners, they will not be seen by others, even when they are looking straight at you. Meaning that you can keep smiling knowing you are receiving that treatment you feel you need. For those who enjoy eating out, you will be able to eat and drink normally whilst visiting your favourite restaurant for dinner with a loved one.

Come on, let us improve your oral health

The main reason for having any treatment should be to improve aspects of your health, this is and will always be our primary goal for our patients. If we can align your teeth in a way that then goes on to allow you to have a more positive attitude, we feel that the added benefit of increasing your self-esteem is a bonus effect of our work.

There is a definite link between good oral health and positive self-image, after all, when we are confident about our oral health, we do not hide it. Instead, we smile more, making us appear more sociable as an individual.

Your next step

If you are looking for teeth alignment options, then we feel we know what your next step should be. You should contact Weybridge Orthodontics for more information and to arrange a consultation. Remember, we are only a phone call or email away.

Introducing orthodontics in Weybridge

One of the most common problems people have with their teeth in the UK is that they are crooked, meaning the teeth are not fully functional and are misaligned. This can lead to many other health issues within the area of the mouth, ranging from an increased likelihood of gum disease to a misaligned bite with the digestive problems that can entail.

At Weybridge Orthodontics we are very aware of the need to have your teeth properly aligned and of the overall impact of misaligned teeth on oral health, especially in the young.

Based in the heart of the historical home county of Surrey, orthodontics Weybridge brings together a team of professionals who boast a hundred years of collective experience. Having advised and helped thousands of clients between them, these professionals believe they have the fullest understanding possible of problems that can be eased and treated via the methods they employ.

What are orthodontic treatments?

The most common form of treatment used by orthodontists is that of braces. A brace is an orthodontic device that is normally attached to the teeth, this is used to aid the teeth straightening process.

Historically, many potential clients who needed braces were reluctant to engage with the treatment, believing the braces looked unsightly and would lead to them becoming a target for ridicule and embarrassment. This, however, is no longer the case, as advances in orthodontic technology have led to the creation of options that are barely visible to the eyes of others.

Thanks to the creation of these new treatments, more people than ever before are receiving treatment to straighten their teeth. This, in turn, has led to an overall improvement in oral health, not just for the individual but for the nation.

Why come to us?

Here we take pride in our work delivering orthodontics Weybridge, always ensuring that we offer our clients the best treatment possible. From your initial consultation through to your final days of treatment we strive to offer our patients accurate advice, as well as always acting in the highest professional manner.

We want our clients to feel well informed and comfortable from start to finish. For this reason, we encourage communication throughout the treatment process. We welcome your questions, none of which will be belittled or ignored. As we believe that if you are asking questions this is an obvious sign that you are comfortable, meaning you are more likely to be happy to go ahead and receive any treatment you may require.

Before receiving treatment

It is important for you to practise a high standard of dental hygiene leading up to the start of you wearing braces, or any other orthodontics Weybridge device, this should be maintained throughout your treatment.

While wearing braces there is an increased risk of gum disease, for this reason, you may need to take more care with your oral hygiene. You should seek advice from your orthodontist around this topic, following their advice should ensure the best results for your dental health.

Want to know more?

If you would like to find out more or make an appointment to discuss your needs, then you should contact our practice. We are only a phone call away and our friendly reception staff will be happy to help you.

Weybridge Orthodontics consist of a friendly and professional team of 7 orthodontists and therapists who love to help create better smiles for children and adults.

Understanding Invisalign braces in Weybridge

Historically, when we think about the need for braces, we may quickly attach negative thoughts to wearing them. Our minds soon focus on the idea that having braces placed on our teeth may create an image that many around us may see as unsightly, this can lead to the lowering of a wearer’s self-confidence. In some cases, this may also lead to potential patients refusing to engage with treatment, which could be damaging to their oral health.

Weybridge Orthodontics offers Invisalign Weybridge, this allows us to provide our patients with a teeth straightening device that appears to be virtually invisible to the eyes of others looking at them. Imagine being able to receive the treatment you need without being concerned about losing the smile others love to see from you.

Are you looking for a way to improve your smile? Is this something you have been looking for?

Invisalign Weybridge; what is it?

Recommending Invisalign Weybridge allows us to bring an innovative, new form of brace technology to our clients. We honestly believe that this aligner will allay any image fears our patients may have about wearing it, as well as provide them with the high-quality orthodontics treatment they are looking for. When it comes to the results, we honestly believe Invisalign can deliver some of the best among the treatments currently available on the UK market.

The treatment is carried out using a series of invisible aligners that are removable, as the treatment progresses the aligners are changed around every two weeks. Each aligner is custom made to match your needs, with the idea being that over time they will slowly and gently move each tooth into the desired position within the mouth.

Every two weeks your orthodontist will monitor the progress of the treatment and replace the aligner with the next one in your treatment until the teeth are fully aligned. This means that within a few short weeks you may start to notice a difference.

Many of our patients have reported feeling less conscious of wearing Invisalign aligners, as they find out that very few people can tell they are in place. This fact means that patients have an increased likelihood of engaging fully with the treatment, leading to them gaining an increased standard in their oral health that will last them a lifetime with proper care.

Other benefits of tooth alignment treatments

Having your teeth aligned can help ease several common problems, such as weak bite and gum disease. The most important purpose of these types of orthodontics are directly for health reasons, although we must acknowledge some people seek these treatments purely for cosmetic reasons. This is perfectly acceptable, as it will therefore also lead to an increase in self-esteem and well-being.

Whatever your reasons or needs are for treatment you will find that we are happy to discuss them with you openly and honestly. Our only desire at the time of your initial consultation is to ensure you are as informed as possible before you make any final decision about treatment.

Contact the professionals

If you want to find out more then Weybridge Orthodontics are ready to take your enquiry, we are only a phone call or email away. We will always offer helpful and professional advice, allowing you to make the right choice to match your needs.

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