Braces aren’t just for teenagers; at Liverpool Smile Studio our skilled orthodontist can help patients of all ages to achieve their dream of straighter teeth with the help of either fixed or removable appliances.
The benefits of teeth straightening
Teeth straightening treatment has many benefits, and creating an aesthetically appealing smile is just one of them. Of course, improving the look of your smile can have serious positive side-effects for your self-confidence and thus for your interactions with other people in both the business and personal worlds.
However, at our Liverpool dental practice we are also keen to point out the other, less familiar benefits gained from improving the alignment of your teeth with braces or aligners.
One of the biggest advantages is for your dental health. By straightening your teeth, you reduce the difficult to clean areas in which plaque bacteria can build up. So long as you maintain a good brushing and flossing routine at home, and visit both the dentist and hygienist on a regular basis, you can reduce your chances of both tooth decay and gum disease.
Studies have linked gum disease to a range of medical conditions, including heart disease and strokes, so straightening your teeth can also benefit your general health.
In some cases, patients with bruxism and associated headaches can also see their condition improved with braces or aligners. It also helps to ensure that the forces of biting and chewing are evenly distributed.
Liverpool braces and aligners
At Liverpool Smile Studio we offer a number of adult orthodontic options, using either fixed braces or removable aligners. Each have their benefits for different types of correction, and your orthodontist will discuss these when you come for a consultation.
Among the treatments available from our Liverpool dental practice are:
Ceramic braces
Ceramic braces may be primarily cosmetic (such as Six Month Smiles) or designed for more extensive correction. They comprise clear and tooth-coloured components for added discretion.
Clear aligners
An alternative to braces, clear braces are removable appliances, which means you need no special dental hygiene techniques during treatment. At Liverpool Smile Studio we use the Inman Aligner and Invisalign.