If a dentist has told you your teeth are a complicated case, that isn’t bad news. It usually means they’re being honest and pointing you towards the right level of care. Park Lane Orthodontics in Tilehurst, Reading, works as a Specialist Referral Centre, taking on exactly these cases. As of June 2026, referrals come from […]
A lot of what people believe about orthodontics is years out of date. The biggest misunderstanding is that it’s only about straightening the front teeth. At Park Lane Orthodontics in Tilehurst, Reading, treatment is planned through a long-term facial aesthetics lens, meaning how your teeth sit affects your whole face. As of June 2026, that […]
It looks like Coronavris or COVID-19 will be with us for a few weeks or months and let’s hope when the weather improves any spreading of the virus does the opposite. In the meantime we thought it might be useful to let our patients know we’re doing our bit to help. We also thought, with […]
On the face of it, there should be nothing wrong with having the total cost for orthodontic treatment covered by the national health service. Currently, all patients under the age of 18 are eligible for treatment under the NHS as long as they meet the criteria set out under the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need […]
Cosmetic dentistry mainly focalizes on the appearance of teeth usually seen when smiling. Though dentists should always prioritise dental health first, pronounced improvement can be produced without excessively harming the tooth structure. The dentist and patient evaluate treatment with the help of computer simulation and smile design to get expected outcomes. Five treatments mentioned below: […]
As we grow old, some people have accepted that losing their teeth is unavoidable. This is a big misconception, as with the right care, your teeth can last lifelong. There have been huge improvements made in technological developments. These advanced techniques help lengthen the lifespan of your teeth and healthy smile. Taking Care Of Our […]
Braces for Kids Being a parent is an expensive business these days. The thought of paying for your kids to have brace treatment may seem like an unnecessary cost, especially as the NHS will fund treatment. Why pay for it if you can get it for free? The awareness of orthodontic treatment has grown tremendously. […]
Your dentist may have recommended that your son or daughter have an orthodontic assessment as they have noticed, or you have mentioned to the dentist, that your son or daughter’s teeth are: Not straight Sticking out at the top Still not come through Not meeting/biting properly When an opinion and possible treatment is needed it’s […]
The journey through brace treatment should be relatively straightforward for most patients and everyone should be really happy with the final result when the treatment is done. However for some patients their journey is not so smooth and little doubts start to creep in. In the main, the dentist or orthodontist should be able to […]
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Our emphasis is not only on the best orthodontic result, but a special focus is placed upon how orthodontic treatment will affect your long-term facial aesthetics. Why don’t you come and have a complimentary smile scan with our experienced orthodontic therapist and come and see the practice and meet the orthodontic team?