With more and more orthodontist and dental practices popping up all over the UK, identifying the best one might seem intimidating. Obviously the first attribute to look for is the quality of the dental care, but there are many important factors that can sometimes go overlooked when searching for the ideal orthodontist. An orthodontist practice […]
As they’re fitted on the inside of your teeth, can stay aesthetically brace-free throughout the period of treatment. This means you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing. What are lingual braces? Lingual braces refer to braces that fit on the inside of your teeth – or the tongue side of your teeth. What are lingual […]
What’s new for 2016? The only sure thing in life is change, and so here we are at the start of 2016 with some exciting things happening at Park Lane Orthodontics. Firstly, Meera one of our Orthodontic Assistants left to go on maternity leave and safely delivered a son at the start of the year. […]
Arch wire – Metal piece of wire attached to your brackets so that you can move your teeth. Apex – The bottom of the root of a tooth. Appliance – An appliance refers to an apparatus that holds teeth in position after orthodontic treatment. Biteplate – Acrylic removable appliance designed to open a deep bite. […]
Frequently asked questions about life with braces…. How long will I be wearing my brace? Probably not the answer you were hoping for but – it really does depend! Firstly, one main factor is whether you’re wearing fixed braces or removable braces. Fixed – The average time period for these is between 12-24 months though […]
‘Mummy, I want braces’ is actually a more frequently uttered phrase than you may think – what’s ‘cool’ in school never necessarily correlates to what’s practical! However, it’s also common for those children who need braces to fear the prospect. After all, there was a point when braces were seen as a ‘geeky’ accessory. Children […]
Caffeine. You can probably name items that this substance is found in: tea, coffee, cola – the list goes on. You also probably associate it with an energy pick-me-up and don’t consider it one of the healthiest aspects of your diet. Actually, there is a lot more to caffeine than just these associations and it’s […]
The end of January is often the point at which the success of a New Year’s Resolution is measured. This measurement is gauged by asking ‘have you managed to keep up your resolution?’ The implication is that if you have ‘stuck it out’ for a month then congratulations – this really is the new you. […]
‘You need calcium for strong teeth and bones.’ ‘Drink your milk; it’s good for you.’ That dairy products are regularly viewed as ‘good for’ your teeth isn’t news. However, recent dietary trends sometimes advise cutting down on dairy. So, are there appropriate substitutes? How does the dairy actually affect your teeth? Without more detailed knowledge, […]
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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?