If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile it can affect your self-confidence, it can affect your mental health and it can affect your overall wellbeing. Crooked, wonky teeth are more prone to decay and disease and they can affect the aesthetic aspects of your smile. Speak to us at Ashlow Orthodontics and find out about the different treatment options available for teeth straightening with our orthodontist Stoke-on-Trent.

Every smile is unique and, therefore, there are different treatment options for different dental needs. If you have complicated orthodontic issues or you have mild or moderate misalignment of the teeth you need to speak to our orthodontist Stoke-on-Trent and we can help you achieve a neatly aligned smile, which is not only attractive in appearance, but also promotes better dental health. Here, at the practice, we can offer you fixed braces for complex orthodontic conditions or removable braces for mild to moderate orthodontic issues.

Fixed braces

Fixed braces are traditional orthodontic braces which consist of brackets and wires and pull your teeth into a neater formation. The brackets are securely attached to the front of the teeth and joined using dental wires which are tightened at regular intervals to help move your teeth into place. There are different types of fixed orthodontic braces depending on your personal preferences. Most people prefer discreet orthodontic treatment. You can find out about ceramic braces which work in the same way as traditional orthodontic braces, however, the brackets are composed of ceramic rather than metal so that they are less visible in the mouth.

Lingual braces

You may wish to speak to our orthodontist Stoke-on-Trent and find out about lingual braces. Lingual braces are also highly efficient at teeth straightening. They are the same as traditional orthodontic braces, however, the brackets are attached to the back surface of the teeth. This means that lingual braces are almost invisible in the mouth. Speak to our orthodontist Stoke-on-Trent and find out more about fixed braces and which may be the most suitable for you.

Removable aligners

If the misalignment issues of your teeth are relatively simple to address then our orthodontist may recommend removable aligners for teeth straightening as an alternative to fixed braces. Removable aligners are highly discreet and can be removed as necessary for added comfort and convenience. Aligners straighten your teeth by applying gradual pressure on them to move them into a neater formation. The type of braces that you need depends on your dental requirements, dental health and your personal aims. A treatment plan will be designed after undergoing a smile assessment and a thorough examination of the teeth and gums to help ensure that it is efficacious for you to undergo orthodontic treatment. We will decide on your choice of treatment together and hopefully we will help you achieve a smile that you can be proud to show off. Speak to us soon and learn more about the orthodontic treatments available to help you. We can personalise your treatment to suit your unique requirements.