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Can my child get braces on the NHS?

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What’s the best age to get braces?

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How to straighten your teeth without braces

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Do braces hurt, and how can you ease the pain?

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How to straighten your teeth without braces

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What braces can and can't do

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Having a brace can do much more than improve your teeth and smile. It can also make subtle adjustments to your face and jaw, making it more symmetrical and bringing out the best in your features. Here’s a rundown of some things that braces can - and can’t do. Will a brace change my nose? Not directly, but braces can change the position of the jaw as well as the teeth, which can alter the angle ...

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Can my child get braces on the NHS?

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Children under the age of 18 are entitled to free dental treatment under the NHS, which includes regular check-ups, advice on caring for teeth, fluoride varnish to help prevent decay and repairs such as fillings. Some children also qualify for NHS orthodontic treatment such as braces, but your dentist would first need to assess your child’s eligibility. If she has minor irregularities, then she...

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What’s the best age to get braces?

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Is it better to get braces as a child, or should you wait until your teens to get your teeth looked at? And what about if you’re an adult - is it too late? Firstly, the good news is that it’s never too late to get your teeth seen to. Many people associate braces with the train tracks of childhood, but these days, lots of adults are seeking expert advice about correcting their teeth, many of who...

How to straighten your teeth without braces

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How to straighten your teeth without braces

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So, you’ve been thinking about having your teeth corrected for a while, but just can’t face the prospect of braces? You’re not alone. Many adults feel self-conscious about the idea of a traditional ‘train track’ brace, reminiscent of kids from their school days. But the good news is that you can straighten your teeth without braces. Yes, really. Here’s how to straighten your teeth. Invisalign W...

Do braces hurt, and how can you ease the pain?

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Do braces hurt, and how can you ease the pain?

Просмотров 2,6 тыс.3 года назад

It’s a bit of a worry, and probably playing on your mind if you’re thinking of getting braces for you or your child - but do braces actually hurt? And how long might they feel uncomfortable for? A lot of people find a trip to the dentist stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. The good news is that actually getting braces fitted doesn’t cause pain. You may feel slight pressure as bands are attach...

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How to straighten your teeth without braces

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Help! I’m scared of the dentist!

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It’s a shame when people are frightened of visiting the dentist as, nine times out of 10, nothing painful happens. But this fear is incredibly common. As a child, I used to enjoy going to the dentist, as I’d get presented with a sticker, sometimes some free toothpaste, and told how marvellously clean and healthy my teeth were. That was enough for me. My dentist was warm and funny. I only had on...

Can I get braces during the coronavirus outbreak?

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Can I get braces during the coronavirus outbreak?

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If you were due to get braces fitted this year, or you were planning to pop in for a chat about teeth correction options for you or your child, your plans may well have been scuppered over recent months thanks to Covid-19. But don’t panic - there are still ways we can help you get the treatment you need. While we understand it’s frustrating to have to wait, there’s plenty we can do for you righ...

How to ease discomfort from a sharp metal tie.

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How to ease discomfort from a sharp metal tie.

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Your fixed brace may have a metal tie placed to help keep your wire secure. This metal tie can sometimes feel sharp and cause discomfort. In this video, we will demonstrate how to bend in the ends of a sharp metal tie using a pair of small nail scissors in order to ease discomfort.

How to manage a power chain that has come off.

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How to manage a power chain that has come off.

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Sometimes a power chain can come off and cause discomfort. The sharp end of a power chain can be trimmed using small nail scissors. In this video, we will demonstrate how to trim the sharp end of a power chain with small nail scissors in order to ease discomfort.

How to close the gate on an orthodontic bracket.

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How to close the gate on an orthodontic bracket.

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Sometimes bracket gates can become loose and eventually open. This can be quite sharp and may cause discomfort. In this video, we will demonstrate how to close an open bracket gate in order to ease discomfort.

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How to manage a broken fixed retainer.

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Sometimes the wire from your fixed retainer may break and cause discomfort. You will need to book an appointment for this. In the meantime, your night time retainer can be worn full time in order to ease discomfort from your broken fixed retainer and prevent any tooth movement.

How to apply Class 3 elastics with a fixed brace.

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How to apply Class 3 elastics with a fixed brace.

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Class 3 elastics hook diagonally onto the fixed brace in two different areas; one towards the back of the mouth on the top, and one towards the front of the mouth on the lower. In this video, we will demonstrate how to apply class 3 elastics with a fixed brace.

Using Chewies with an anterior open bite.

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Using Chewies with an anterior open bite.

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When using orthodontic aligners it is important that the aligners are seated correctly. Chewies can help you to seat your aligners correctly. If you have an anterior open bite you may find it difficult to use chewies. In this video, we demonstrate how to use chewies with an anterior open bite to ensure that your aligners seat correctly and your teeth can move as they should.