Shh! It’s a secret! Subtle alternatives to metal braces for straightening adults’ teeth

If you’re one of the many people who believes that metal braces are the only route to straighter teeth, it’s time to have a rethink. At Broadway Dental Clinic in Loughton we appreciate the need for discretion when it comes to adult tooth straightening treatments, which is why we offer both subtle fixed braces and clear, removable aligners.

teeth-straighteningThe benefits of tooth straightening treatment

The benefits of straightening your teeth one way or another are manifold. Of course, there are the obvious aesthetic gains – improving the alignment of a smile is one of the most common cosmetic dental requests at our Loughton clinic –but there are also health benefits, too.

Simply put, straighter teeth are healthier teeth, because they are easier to keep clean. By having your teeth straightened with braces or aligners at Broadway Dental Clinic in Loughton you can improve your dental hygiene. When there are fewer hard-to-reach gaps and spaces, or places where you teeth overlap to the extent it’s hard to get floss between them, you reduce the danger of plaque building up.

Plaque is a serious health risk, causing both gum disease and tooth decay. Therefore, anything you can do to avoid it will be beneficial. Of course, wearing braces for a few months won’t be enough on its own; you also need to thoroughly clean your teeth at least twice a day, and visit your dentist and hygienist on a regular basis.

Loughton braces and aligners

When you come into our Loughton clinic for a teeth straightening consultation, your dentist will carry out a thorough examination to determine the best course of treatment. Depending on your clinical situation, this may involve the use of:

Six Month Smiles

Cosmetic, tooth-coloured braces that work in an average of just half a year by focusing on the “social six” front teeth – those that show when you smile. Six Month Smiles use lower forces than conventional braces, so treatment is more comfortable, too.

Invisalign

Invisalign treatment involves the use of a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually improve the position of your teeth. You change your aligner each fortnight.