We all know that technology progresses at a much faster rate these days. Buy a PC, TV or Laptop and 6 months later a newer, better version has come along. So does that mean the previous versions are now obsolete? Of course not. With braces, the old traditional metal train track braces are very much […]
As September approaches and Mums and Dads start getting in the supplies for the new term it’s a good time to talk about mouth guards for sport. If you’re lucky your son or daughter’s school offers custom made mouth guards made from a mould of the teeth. A couple of nurses or dentist will pop […]
Here at Park Lane we understand that each patient is different and has different priorities during the treatment period. For example, some patients wish for their smile to remain aesthetically unaltered throughout, some are keen for a short-term objectives option, and some look for a minimally-invasive treatment so as to not disrupt their day-to-day activities. […]
…. and jump right in! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get started with your child’s orthodontic treatment. Here’s 5 good reasons why Easier to fit in the longer appointments needed to have the brace fitted – with the kid’s off school it’s an ideal time to get started with their brace […]
There was a time when brace options were limited in terms of both comfort and design, making orthodontic treatment unfavourable to adult patients in particular. Are there brace types that cater for the ‘modern adult’? The emergence of brace types such as Invisalign and Incognito (lingual) braces have changed the face of orthodontics, offering working […]
People often ask why their teeth have gone crooked, especially if they started off straight. In this blog we talk about the reasons why some people have wonky teeth and is it worth treating them to get them straight again. It’s in our DNA Genetics plays a role in the shape and size of our […]
Braces are used to correct aesthetic and structural problems with a person’s teeth and bite but equally importantly, they restore a patient’s confidence in their smile. The complicated relationship between braces and your confidence Crooked teeth can cause a person’s confidence to dip dramatically, but certain brace types can also make people afraid to smile […]
The prospect of braces is not a popular one for children, for whom the treatment period can seem a lifetime – not to mention the extra brushing and absence of sweets. However, orthodontic intervention at a young age could be the best gift you give your child. They will undoubtedly reap the benefits in their […]
With the World Cup underway, we thought we’d take a look at some of the footballers who haven’t always had the perfect smile and sought to change this with orthodontic treatment. Paul Pogba famously wore braces on the pitch – he now has perfectly aligned teeth. A report published last year found that more than […]
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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?