You’ll be pleased to know that, at our practice in Liverpool, braces now come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. We cater for people wanting discretion, with tooth-coloured braces or clear removable aligners, as well as the traditional metallic braces. In Liverpool, braces are an option if you want a long-term solution for straighter teeth, whether it be to improve the functionality or simply for the appearance. At Liverpool Smile Studio crooked, crowded or gappy teeth can be corrected and you can move forward with new found confidence that a picture-perfect smile can bring.
What do braces do
Braces or aligners force your teeth into the best possible position for your mouth. Force may be a strong word but we can assure you there is usually very little discomfort. The movement is slow and unnoticeable, and when the braces are finally removed and it will appear like your teeth have magically moved by themselves. Braces and aligners will straighten your teeth to improve overbites, underbites, crowded or crooked teeth. If your teeth are tilted outwards or inwards, this can also be corrected.
A selection of braces to choose from
There are a range of braces in Liverpool to choose from and our dentists are happy to talk you through the range before deciding on the braces which would most suit your needs.
Fixed braces do involve some metal wire. Small square brackets are fixed onto the teeth, with the attached wires gradually moving the teeth into alignment. These are a popular option but if the thought of smiling a mouth full of metal does not appeal, then the fixed braces can also come in tooth-coloured white ceramic.
We can also offer clear aligners. This technique is carried out with the use of clear removable appliance which is designed to fit over your teeth. This can straighten teeth by wearing the aligner as often as possible. The aligner is made by the dentist using the exact impressions of your teeth. This process can take as little as six months. Clear aligners are made out of clear plastic and are a popular choice for people in a working environment such as public speaking.