What to expect at your first appointment with an Orthodontist – by Dr Paula Buffham (Dentist with Sole Practice in Orthodontics)

 

In this blog, Paula Buffham outlines what aspects of an orthodontic consultation are essential to allow patients to decide what teeth straightening treatment is required, and also what information she feels needs to be collected during the appointment. It is important to remember that different clinicians will have a favoured approach to carrying out the […]

What are the best teeth straightening options for adults?

 

In the field of dentistry there is always one aspect that is growing rapidly. Many years ago it was white fillings, then smile makeovers (veneers) and then it was implants. The current “trend” is adult orthodontics. More and more adults are seeking to improve their smiles as naturally as possible, after all isn’t it better […]

Am I too old to have my teeth straightened?

 

I can’t tell you how many times I hear someone say “I’m too old for braces”.  I often wonder why, in these modern times of internet access and blogging etc, people still believe that braces are something that only children and adolescents can have.  There have been enough celebrities (and royalty too!) who have had […]

How long do braces take to straighten teeth?

 

The answer to this question is like the answer to that age old question “how long’s a piece of string?” As a general rule the simpler the problem the simpler the treatment is. The simpler the treatment the shorter the time it takes. So for a quick line up of the front teeth you may […]

Park Lane Orthodontics News

 

It is our pleasure to announce that we have been accepted as an accredited teaching practice by Warwick University for their Orthodontic Therapist Course. As we are now a training centre and due to changes to the way orthodontic treatment is carried out, we will now have a Student Orthodontic Therapist. Starting this week, Sonja, one […]

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Invisalign Braces – The Benefits

 

What could be better than getting your teeth straightened without fixed braces, no going for regular adjustments, and most of all having a cosmetic and comfortable option.  This is Invisalign! So what makes Invisalign braces so popular? Invisalign is an “aligner” solution for correcting teeth.  Aligners are thin plastic mouthpieces (like a thin mouth guard) […]

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How to look after your braces

 

Most patients adapt pretty quickly when a brace is fitted to the teeth or after having it adjusted, but to help your orthodontic treatment go smoothly here are our top 10 tips to help you have a comfortable and effective brace treatment. 1. Avoid eating hard or chewy foods – they break braces 2. Cut up […]

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Crooked or Overlapping Teeth? What are my options?

 

If most of us are honest we don’t have a perfect Hollywood smile and for a lot of people that is not an issue. However, a growing number of people are seeking a makeover to improve their appearance and want to know what can be done to enhance their smile. Adults in the past tended […]

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Gappy teeth? What are my options?

 

There are a number of reasons why you may have gaps in your teeth. Teeth may be missing either because they have never grown through or have been lost due to damage or decay. Your teeth may be too small or you may have too much room in your mouth for your teeth. Or your […]

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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?