Orthodontics is the field of dentistry which specialises in straightening the teeth using different types of dental braces Stoke-on-Trent. There are many factors which may be affecting the alignment of your teeth and not only do these affect the aesthetics of your smile, but they also have a detrimental impact on your dental health. If your teeth are protruding, crooked, wonky, overlapping or overcrowded, then there are many different types of braces at our practice available for you to address these issues. You can improve the look of your smile and promote better oral health for life at the same time. Speak to us at Ashlow Orthodontics today to find out about braces Stoke-on-Trent. Book an appointment to visit our dentist in person for a thorough examination of your teeth and find out how braces Stoke-on-Trent can benefit you.

Braces are a form of orthodontic treatment, but they are also a form of cosmetic dental treatment. Depending on the extent and severity of the misalignment of your teeth you may need to undergo traditional orthodontic treatment or you may benefit from cosmetic dental treatment. If you have had orthodontic braces when you were younger then you may wish to speak to us to find out about cosmetic dental braces, whilst those who are suffering from extensive misalignment issues may wish to find out about traditional orthodontics. In some cases you may be able to undergo a combination of different brace systems for optimal results.

Traditional braces for orthodontic treatment

Traditional, orthodontic dental braces are made up of brackets which are fixed to the surface of your teeth and interconnected with wires, these hold them in place and exert continuous pressure on the teeth to pull them into a better position. This is the most effective form of orthodontic treatment and is perfect for extensive misalignment issues. It is most commonly used in younger teenagers to correct the setting of their adult teeth for life. The process of using traditional dental braces can take from six months up to 2 years, depending on the extent of movement necessary and during this time the individual components will be adjusted or tightened for the straightening to come along successfully. Speak to us at our practice to find out about traditional dental braces today.

Ceramic braces

If you require extensive orthodontic treatment, but you are reluctant to employ traditional metal braces due to their high visibility, then you may wish to find out about invisible orthodontic braces. These work in the same way as traditional metal braces, however the components are designed to be more discreet or as suggested by the name, almost invisible. The brackets may be composed of ceramic and wires can be coloured to match your teeth or clear for a more discreet effect. Although these may be more expensive than traditional orthodontic braces, they are a preferred option amongst adults and work as effectively as traditional orthodontic braces. Treatment time is also very similar to that of metal dental braces. Speak to us today to find out more.