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Is there such a thing as fast orthodontics?

 

Most of our adult patients would ideally like to have a fast solution to improve their smiles, but don’t want to go down the route of having teeth drilled, or veneers or crowns fitted. They want their natural teeth in the right position. After all, the best thing to have in your mouth is your […]

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Getting the recipe right

 

As a keen cook and baker I know all too well that if you miss a key ingredient or step in the process, then you end up with a mess. It’s happened to me on many occasions over the years – using salt instead of sugar to make a glaze for hot cross buns, missing […]

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How can braces be pain free?

 

Probably the most common reason patients don’t go ahead with orthodontic treatment is that they have heard braces are painful. Those of us with stressful and busy lives could do without the added hassle of dealing with the discomfort – especially if it could have an impact on job or school performance. It is natural […]

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Orthodontic treatment – you get what you pay for

 

There are those amongst us who will always buy their cars from the manufacturer’s franchises, even though it’s more expensive and to maintain the warranty you’re tied to their servicing (which is expensive too but they valet your car!). But why do we do this? We still do it because we trust them, know the […]

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A week at Park Lane Orthodontics

 

Last week was certainly one of great contrasts. We began the week with slight nervousness as we prepared for our first inspection by the Care Quality Commission. By the day of inspection most of us were worried that we would say the wrong thing, had missed something fundamental, or not have the right policy or […]

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If I had a magic wand

 

I have thought of a great business strategy that will set me apart from the competition and would mean that I have the most popular orthodontic practice in the world. So what is it? Instant orthodontics! Just imagine it. You could come to see us for a consultation, pay your money and I wave my […]

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On the tip of your tongue!

 

Lots of people are discovering a more convenient way to get their teeth straightened with invisible braces. Adverts are seen on TV for products such as Invisalign ‘clear aligners’ (the company that makes this have big marketing budgets!) or you may have also seen an advert in the paper, magazines or on the internet. Many […]

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Short term orthodontics

 

Many people would really love to have a slightly straighter smile but don’t want to go through complicated and long winded teeth straightening treatment. They are turning to “short term orthodontic” solutions such as Six Month Smiles or Inman Aligners, which can often be provided by their general dentist. “Why don’t orthodontists offer these treatments?” […]

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When should my child see an orthodontist to get their teeth straightened?

 

Traditionally, children are not referred to the orthodontist until they are 11 or 12 years old when most of the adult teeth have come through. With more and more demand on NHS resources for orthodontic treatment, many practices have a waiting list for children to be assessed and/or to start their teeth straightening treatment, so […]

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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?