Orthodontics

Orthodontics

At North Square Dental Practice, we have a visiting specialist orthodontist to straighten your teeth. Our approach is caring and also highly effective and dedicated to achieving excellent results in the shortest time possible for our patients.

Invisalign® – show off your smile, not your braces Nothing is as important as a genuine and heartfelt smile. Whether in your professional life or when you are out socialising, an attractive smile can make you feel happier and more relaxed – as well as making the right impression!

If you’ve ever thought about how improving your smile could help you to feel more confident, Invisalign® might be for you.

With the Invisalign® technique you can have the smile you always wanted, without traditional, metal braces.

Invisalign® – the clear choice

Invisalign® can help to treat a variety of orthodontic concerns and studies have shown it can be better for your dental hygiene during treatment as well.

Your treatment is nearly invisible, almost no-one will be able to tell you are wearing Invisalign®. You can smile more during as well as after your treatment and because you can remove Invisalign® you can eat and drink what you like.

Clear, removable, comfortable

Invisalign® Clinically Effective

In addition to the aesthetic and comfort advantages, Invisalign® offers a number of significant clinical benefits including:

  • Predictable treatment, as Invisalign® is planned in advance your dentist can more accurately predict when your treatment will be finished
  • Improved periodontal health through better dental hygiene during treatment
  • No metal allergies due to brackets and wires
  • Greater treatment visibility and easier planning with our treatment software
  • Custom manufacture means a tailored match to your teeth, for reduced irritation and fewer scratches

Fixed appliances

Fixed appliances (braces) remain the most popular type of orthodontic appliance. They now come in a wide range of types including metal, ceramic (tooth-coloured)..

Retainers

Retainers are not an orthodontic appliance in that they do not move the teeth. They are however essential in almost all cases to help prevent the teeth moving once the braces are removed.

Orthodontic mini-screws (TADs)

A recent development in orthodontics – find out more about how and why orthodontic treatment might benefit from Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs).

Removable appliances

Removable appliances (braces) include removable aligners and functional appliances as well as simple conventional types.

Functional appliances

Usually removable appliances such as the Twin Bloc

Gummy Smiles

Gum shaping for gummy smiles

Only your dentist can advise whether Invisalign® is the best treatment for you.