Weybridge Orthodontics

When you come into our practice we want you to feel relaxed and at ease. We know that everything we do to help you is important and the results are long-term, so we want you to feel like you can rely on us.  Having healthy teeth is key to a confident smile and good health in general.

weybridge-orthodonticsI don’t want traditional braces

We know that many people, especially adults, are worried about getting the traditional ‘train-track’ braces, but due to modern ‘biting-edge’ technology we have a variety of options to offer. In this instance, we would like you to consider the advantages of Invisalign. Weybridge Orthodontics is proud to provide this treatment and we have many satisfied patients to justify our opinion.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign are a clear, removable brace that is replaced every two weeks. Each brace is a different step in the procedure and designed slightly differently to continue the treatment process. Initially a mould is created and sent away to our laboratory to be analysed in order to make the Invisalign. Weybridge Orthodontics will then invite you back to our practice for your fitting. You will be shown the course of the treatment, with our 3D computer models, that will put your teeth where they belong.

There are lots of things you can still do

Can you still play a musical instrument? Yes.

Can you still play sports? Yes.

Can you still eat what you want? Yes.

Whenever you need to, you can simply remove your Invisalign braces and put them back in when you’re done. People often have problems brushing their teeth with traditional braces; you won’t. If you feel you need to take out your Invisalign for a social or business event, you can, but day-to-day you can wear them and people may not even notice.

Are they expensive?

Invisalign are not the cheapest option and you will need to pay a deposit to have them made; however, we offer interest-free monthly repayments over 18 to 24 months. Check our fee guide for prices and feel free to contact us for more information. We want you to finish your treatment feeling happy with the results. So if you want Invisalign in Weybridge we hope you will contact us soon.

Our goals

Weybridge Orthodontics aim to offer you the chance to get back that smile you thought you couldn’t have again. We have a range of great treatment options to offer you and we are here to help you make the choices you want, for the smile you’ve missed. We understand that worrying about the appearance of your teeth is difficult and we want to provide the answer to your problem.

invisalign-teethWhat is Invisalign?

In Weybridge, Invisalign is one of the treatments we are proud to offer. Invisalign makes clear polymer, removable braces that gently move your teeth into their correct position. They have several advantages over traditional braces.

While you should wear them as often as possible you can remove them when you need to, so if you’re going to a party you can leave them at home. Or if you need to look your best for that important meeting, you can leave them on your desk. But for day-to-day use they can be worn and you can still feel good about how you look.

Invisalign aligners are replaced every two weeks, and each set is individually designed for that specific part of the treatment process. If adjustments need to be made you don’t need to go through a long procedure at the dentist to accomplish an alteration.

What happens if I want to get Invisalign?

You can come into our practice where we will give you a consultation to help you decide if you want to get Invisalign. Weybridge Orthodontics are happy to give you all of your choices and help you make the decision that you will feel comfortable with. We will examine your teeth, taking moulds, and send them to our laboratory in the United States.

When we have your results, we will bring you back in and show you exactly what we can do for you with our 3D computer model. Your treatment plan will be laid out for you, including our fees and payment plans, and you can decide if you want to go ahead.

So, if you are considering getting Invisalign in Weybridge please contact us for more information. We will be happy to offer you advice and book you an appointment if you want more details.

Visit Weybridge Orthodontics to meet your dental team

It takes a great team to make a good dental practice and, at Weybridge Orthodontics, we pride ourselves on having fabulous people from the moment you walk through the door. Most orthodontic treatment means quite a few visits to the dentist and so you want to be comfortable and happy talking to the people you will be interacting with for six months or more.

weybridge-orthodonticsOnce this less tangible consideration is taken care of, you can move on to the practicalities of having your teeth straightened. The range of braces and aligners we have on offer at Weybridge Orthodontics means that we can tailor a treatment to meet your needs and sometimes offer you more than one recommendation so you can make the choice.

If you have any questions then you can ask them when you visit. It is great if you look around to get basic information so you know what to ask. However, your orthodontist will use their skills and experience to guide your initial consultation so that everything gets covered.

Things that they might ask you about include what your budget expectations are. Whilst some treatments for some ages are available on the NHS, many are not, especially if the procedure has mainly cosmetic benefits. However, your practitioner can talk to you about spreading any costs incurred.

Another important consideration for you may be the way your treatment looks. If you need to look smart for work or dazzling for an upcoming celebration then tell your orthodontist this when you visit. Depending on what you need, they might be able to recommend options that are clear or invisible. It may be that clear aligners are an option for you,if you value discretion, because they are very hard to see from the outside.

You may have some concerns about discomfort during treatment. While this is an inevitable side-effect of orthodontics for many people, your dentist can advise on ways to mitigate it, the length of time you can expect to experience sensations, and types of treatment where the reported discomfort is less.

At Weybridge Orthodontics, we want to talk to you as much as you want about your treatment and then stick with you all the way through.

Do you need an orthodontist?

At Weybridge Orthodontics, we are committed to the care and dental health of our patients. In order to ensure that you receive the service you want, we listen to your needs and ask you about your priorities when it comes to realigning your teeth or your bite. For some people, it may be essential that they have a budget option, for others aesthetics might be a bigger concern. As everyone is different, we make sure that we take note of what is important to you and suggest options accordingly.

orthodontics-in-weybridgeYou will normally be referred to the orthodontist at Weybridge Orthodontics by your dentist if you need and/or want to have your teeth straightened or something about your bite corrected. They will take a look at your mouth and make a plan with you for moving forward and having treatment.

All orthodontic treatments have the movement of teeth in common and they all do it in more or less the same way, which is by exerting consistent pressure on the teeth until they start to move in the desired direction. This happens because the pressure sends a message to a nerve attached to your teeth, which then tells the bone on one side of the root area to start breaking down and allowing the tooth to move. At the same time, the bone begins to build up in the space left behind – it’s a miraculous process.

The differences between the treatments on offer at Weybridge Orthodontics tend to be the amount of force exerted and how it is achieved by different types of braces and the focus of the treatment i.e. which teeth and in which direction and length of time that it takes. Movement of the teeth takes the same amount of time, but it can take a shorter or longer time to get the result you want, depending on how extensive the issue is. Braces can also be fixed or removable, although even removable braces need to be worn for a set amount of time per day to ensure they are effective and are sending a steady message to the teeth.

Braces on the National Health Service

Does your child qualify for orthodontic treatment on the National Health Service?

Here at Weybridge Orthodontics we offer treatment on the National Health Service, according to the government guidelines, which were introduced by the Department of Health in 2006.

orthodontics-in-weybridgeThe good news is that Weybridge Orthodontics can offer every child under the age of 18 a free assessment to find out if they are in need of orthodontic treatment, and also if they qualify for treatment on the National Health Service.

The Department of Health has issued an Index of Orthodontic Needs (IOTN) in order to help us at Weybridge Orthodontics find out if each child is eligible for treatment on the NHS.

Firstly, treatment on the NHS is only for children whose dental health will be improved by orthodontics. It is not given to children who want orthodontic treatment for purely cosmetic reasons.

If your child is missing a tooth, or has impacted teeth, has significantly crowded teeth, abnormally prominent teeth, or something wrong with their bite that is causing problems in some way, then there is a good chance that they will be able to receive treatment on the NHS. Please bring them in to Weybridge Orthodontics for a free assessment.

Sadly, even if your child does have a clear clinical need that qualifies them for treatment with Weybridge Orthodontics, there is only a limited amount of funding available for orthodontic treatments on the NHS. This restriction means that even if your child qualifies for treatment, they will likely have to a join a waiting list before treatment can start. At Weybridge Orthodontics, we do our best to keep waiting lists as short as possible, including continual consultations with the NHS local area managers.

If your child does qualify for NHS but you do not want to wait keep them waiting on a list, then we also offer private treatments for children. Prices start at £1354.00 for Clarity or Damon Q braces. We offer a 0% interest monthly repayment scheme and if you got to our prices page, we have a calculator to help you work out how much the treatment you think is best for your child is likely to cost.

International rescue? Weybridge Orthodontics are go!

No matter where you started your orthodontic treatment, if you have recently moved to the United Kingdom to live, you can count on Weybridge Orthodontics to be able to help you complete your treatment.

weybridge-orthodonticsHere at Weybridge Orthodontics we make it our business to be up to the minute in orthodontic treatments from all over the world. And we are always delighted to be able to help people who need to transfer their orthodontic treatment, whether in the active phase or the retention phase, from another country.

At Weybridge Orthodontics, we are already a referral centre for general dentists in the UK who want to make sure their patients get excellent quality orthodontic care.

We have a large team of very experienced orthodontists, and we can support all modalities of orthodontics. In fact, Dr James Stubbs, did some of his orthodontic training in the United States, as part of an exchange programme between Guy’s Hospital in London and the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

At Weybridge Orthodontics, we already take care of several students who attend local international schools.

If you would like to transfer your treatment to us when you arrive from another country, here is what you need to do:

  • Please bring as many of your dental records as you can from your previous orthodontist.
  • Ask your orthodontist for a copy of your treatment plan and any special conditions pertaining to your case.
  • Book an initial appointment with us, and then come in, so that we can discuss your treatment so far and draw up a plan to complete it.
  • Try not to leave too long a period of time between your last visit to your orthodontist back home, and your initial consultation with Weybridge Orthodontics.

We will also do our best to continue with your original treatment plan. In most cases, Weybridge Orthodontics can continue your treatment with the orthodontic appliances you had fitted at home, but we may need to use different wire, brackets or appliances.

The cost of completing your treatment can vary, but we will you give a clear idea of how much you can expect to spend with us.

And yes, we are very happy if you want to seek a second opinion.

Support girl power with braces

“What has braces got to do with girl power?” I hear you ask. How many of you ladies have wished you had straighter teeth and a better smile? Now how many of you would opt for braces to achieve this look? Just a few years back Beyoncé Knowles wore braces to show that people with braces can be beautiful. We all know that Miss Knowles is an advocate of girl power and you can be too! When you embrace the brace! (see what I did there) and get that beautiful, dazzling smile you’ve always wanted! Other famous women who’ve confidently sported braces without a care in the world, include: Estelle, Faith Hill and Gwen Stefani.

invisalign-braces-weybridgeStill not convinced?

So, you do want those straight teeth and that killer smile but you’re not sure you can pull off that ‘train track’ look like Queen B? Don’t despair, there’s an alternative with Invisalign. Weybridge Orthodontics offers clear braces, for a more discreet way to achieve those straight teeth. Invisalign in Weybridge consists of removable, clear aligners that are almost invisible.They’re an ideal way to straighten out those crooked teeth, as they can be removed when eating. The clear braces are so hard to spot that it’s very unlikely anyone would notice them, unless they inspect your teeth up close. Invisalign in Weybridge are great for dental hygiene too; because they’re removable, they can be taken out when brushing and flossing teeth. Clear braces are becoming more and more popular; due to the realisation that stunning, straight teeth can be obtained without a noticeable metal brace, or the price tag of some other cosmetic treatments. Invisalign in Weybridge is one of the best choices you can make to correct your teeth and improve your smile and prices start from just £1884.25. So join Beyoncé and others, by wearing braces and supporting girl power, whilst also achieving that great smile you’ve always dreamed about.

Weybridge Orthodontics offers other teeth straightening options if you decide Invisalign clear braces are not for you. Book an appointment to take advantage of their special offer: just £35 for a consultation.

Braces aren’t what they used to be

When we picture someone wearing braces, correct me if I’m wrong, but the most obvious image that comes to mind is an awkward teenager with ‘train track’ braces dominating their mouth, right? Well braces have evolved since those good old days, they now come in an invisible option! Yeah you read it correctly, invisible! these Incognito lingual braces are fixed onto the back teeth, ensuring they are practically invisible to others, or as some may say,Incognito! Weybridge Orthodontics offer Incognito braces to their patients, they’re perfect for adults as they’re totally hidden and will allow you to go about your day-to-day life, without anyone noticing you’re wearing a brace. Amazing! healthpartner.co.uk says lingual braces are popular with celebrities such as Mylie Cyrus, due to their invisibility.Incognito braces are also an amazing option for most people who would like to discreetly make over that smile

incognito-braces-in-weybridgeSecretly improve that smile with Weybridge Incognito braces

Incognito braces are customised to fit your teeth. At at the end of the treatment your teeth with be straight, without you having to suffer any embarrassment or lack of confidence, which is all down to the invisible nature of Incognito. Weybridge Orthodontics say that there is no need to remove the braces when eating, as they are fixed comfortably behind the teeth, so eating food and drinking liquid while the brace is attached, will not cause a problem. The braces are made bespoke to fit each patient and an examination is carried out before the Weybridge Incognito braces are designed. hiddenbraces.co.uk say that Incognito braces are suitable for both adults and children, they would be perfect for adults wanting to secretly get that perfect smile, or for children or teenagers that need teeth improvements without feeling self-conscious. Weybridge Incognito braces start from £3590.50 for adults and children, and the practice is currently offering £25 to patients who refer a friend. So what are you waiting for? Arrange a consultation with Weybridge Orthodontics today for just £35 to find out how Weybridge Incognito braces can boost your confidence, and give you an amazing smile that friends will be envious of.

Can I get Invisalign braces?

Invisalign braces in Weybridge are an innovative way of straightening your teeth without having the unsightly traditional braces. The aligners are almost invisible at first glance and fit comfortably over your teeth, gently guiding them into their new position over a period of time. Treatment time varies dependent on the severity of the initial crookedness, but generally you can expect to wear Invisalign braces from three to four months up to two years. It is a slow and steady process.

invisalign-bracesInvisalign is a series of aligners which are entirely transparent, making them almost invisible. They allow for normal tooth function and speech, and many patients forget they are wearing them. The aligners, which gradually move your teeth into better positions, are worn all the time except when eating and cleaning, and work to slowly reposition your teeth.

Before you can use the Invisalign braces, your dentist will check your teeth to ensure they can be straightened using the Invisalign System. Once confirmed, a detailed plan will be developed showing the series of movements your dentist expects your teeth to go through over the course of the treatment.

When you get Invisalign in Weybridge you will wear each set of bespoke aligners in two-week stints. As you progress through the aligners, your teeth will begin moving, gradually reaching the projected final position. Whilst the treatment can seem slow, it is effective, and an take the hassle and embarrassment out of having traditional braces, especially for adult patients who perhaps need a more subtle solution that will fit in with their lifestyle.

During the Invisalign treatment in Weybridge, your dentist will want to do regular check ups to ensure the treatment had taken effect and that you are on your way to beautiful, straight teeth, so be sure to book regular appointments and attend them.

If you would like to know more about Invisalign in Weybridge, or to find out if you are a good candidate for the treatment, getting in touch is simple. Either call or pop in and talk to our friendly staff who will be more than happy to help you book an appointment.

What is Incognito?

Incognito braces are an advanced model of brace that is hidden discreetly along the back of the teeth, not on the front like conventional ‘train tacks’. Incognito allows people to go about their daily routine without feeling self-conscious thanks to their braces being practically invisible from the outside when they speak or smile.

incognito-bracesIncognito braces in Weybridge are suitable for all age groups – children, teens and adults who want to correct their tooth position but want something more subtle than conventional braces.The Incognito brace is custom made to each patient in order to maximise comfort and ensure the results are as accurate as possible, this is achieved by using the latest computer technology when creating the brace in the first instance. In the UK and Ireland alone there are over 700 dentists that are qualified to fit Incognito braces, and here at Weybridge Orthodontics, we are proud to be home to one of those dentists. Always check the credentials of the dentist you are going to use, for whatever treatment you decide to have.

The cost of having Incognito in Weybridge does vary depending upon individual needs, so we advise that you book an appointment to speak to our dentist, who will be able to assist you further following an initial examination of your teeth.

There are many reasons to choose Incognito braces including:

  • Customisation: Incognito braces are individually designed and produced for each patient
  • No embarrassment: Because they are placed on the back of the teeth they are virtually invisible to others
  • Time: See visible results in a short time
  • Comfort: Most patients experience minimal discomfort and speech interference, and after just a short adjustment period, you will be able to eat and speak normally
  • Reliable correction of all types of incorrect tooth positions and wonky teeth
  • Suitable for all age groups
  • No risk of damage to the front tooth surface

To see if you are eligible and would benefit from having Incognito in Weybridge, contact Weybridge Orthodontics as soon as possible and take the first step to improving your smile.