A brace is a complex appliance where many different components are at work to guide your teeth into a desired position. Read about how these components come together below….. Brackets – brackets are small pieces of ceramic or metal that are square-shaped and placed directly onto each individual tooth. They have a “slot” across the […]
There are many reasons why patients stop wearing their retainers – We lose them, stop wearing them because they get old or stop fitting and obviously dogs and retainers definitely don’t mix! At recently as 10 years ago, many orthodontists would have recommended that adolescent patients wear their retainers for 1-2 years thinking that with […]
In 2018, the role of orthodontic treatment extends beyond realigning teeth and improving your bite and plays a huge part in restoring confidence and emotional wellbeing, especially in an image-conscious society. The shift in people’s motivation to undergo treatment is reflected in the fact that 1 in 5 patients undergoing orthodontic treatment is now an […]
As many more adults are having their teeth straightened, a question that they are often asked by friends and family is “why bother?” Why bother with braces? For some people it may seem a natural question to ask, we all have something we would like to change about ourselves (mine is my hair – I’d […]
Orthodontic treatment is no longer just for teenagers – even high-profile celebrities are joining the bandwagon. Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden is among the list of stars who have undergone orthodontic treatment, choosing Invisalign clear braces for some moderate alignment issues. Invisalign is a firm favourite among the stars – you can read more […]
Advancements in orthodontics over the past 50 years have significantly changed what it means to have braces. The introduction of removable braces, digital impressions and cosmetic changes to the traditional metal brace have attracted an increasing number of adult patients and eliminated the stigma surrounding orthodontic treatment. Itero scanner Gone are the days of uncomfortable […]
Fixed braces no longer mean the clunky and sizable designs of the past, generally associated with children and young people. The fixed brace designs of today mean smaller brace hardware, improved comfort and better aesthetics, making them much more attractive to adult patients. Despite the emergence of removable braces, fixed brace types remain a consistently […]
When should I take my child to an orthodontist? You may be wondering when to arrange your child’s first orthodontic appointment. At Park Lane Orthodontics, we proudly provide a range of paediatric orthodontic treatments to identify any emerging bite or crowding complications. We believe in early intervention to address orthodontic issues, as it can lead […]
Do you have a special occasion coming up this summer like a wedding or birthday and you want your smile to look its best? Don’t fret because with short-term limited objectives orthodontics, it’s possible to have the smile you want in a matter of months. Short term orthodontics options at Park Lane Here at Park […]
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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?