It may seem like a giant leap to connect your braces in Liverpool to NASA, but the two are more closely related than you may think.
Over the years, NASA research has led to the development of many commercial products and services. The products created with the help of NASA are referred to as ‘spinoffs’. Examples of these spinoffs include infrared ear thermometers, scratch-resistant lenses and invisible braces.
How were NASA involved?
NASA Advanced Ceramics Research worked to develop a translucent material called polycrystalline alumina. It is a ceramic that is stronger than steel and has smooth, round properties to prevent breakage.
It also has light-absorbing properties, which make it almost clear, making it perfect for subtle teeth straightening. This material was originally used by NASA as protection for the infrared antennae on heat-seeking missile trackers.
In 1986, dental companies were searching for a strong, transparent material that could be used for teeth straightening treatments. After putting forward this material as an option, they worked with NASA to develop the first invisible braces. In 1987, the first invisible bracket braces were introduced and have been in demand around the world ever since.
Invisible braces in Liverpool have come a long way since their introduction to the dental market in the 1980s and there are now more options to straighten your teeth than ever before. The original style of invisible brace, including invisible brackets, is still available, but have adapted and evolved to create options such as Invisalign.
At Liverpool Smile Studio, instead of choosing to have fixed braces, you may choose to have invisible braces in Liverpool, such as Invisalign. They are strong and effective, as well as offering you ultimate flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Invisalign braces in Liverpool are removable, so you can eat and drink whatever you want. As well as this, many patients experience shorter treatment times, as we usually recommended them for less severe teeth alignment issues.
They are becoming the teeth straightening system of choice for many of our patients who prefer to straighten their teeth subtly.
Give us a call today and get yourself a small piece of NASA technology with invisible braces in Liverpool.