A beautiful smile is something that most people appreciate. it is lovely to receive one from someone you care for; it is great to know that you have one right under your nose. The problem is that for many adults, their smile makes them feel less than happy because their teeth are crooked or badly aligned. You may feel that your chance for a straighter healthier smile has passed, as you did not wear braces as a child. this is no-longer true. Here in Liverpool, braces are one of the most popular ways for adults to improve the appearance of their teeth.
If the mention of braces makes you think of the heavy and very prominent train track braces worn by adolescents, you may be rather put off the idea. In fact there are probably more people in Liverpool in braces than you might realise. Much has changed when it comes to braces for adults now. Many just work on your front teeth, allowing the treatment to be completed in around six months, hence the brand of braces called Six Month Smiles.
Brace yourself for a better smile
There are two main types of braces, fixed and removable. Fixed braces made of tooth-coloured wires are bonded to the teeth and the wires are regularly adjusted to move the teeth. Removable braces or aligners are made from clear plastic and are virtually invisible. They are designed to be worn for a minimum of 20 hours per day and each retainer is changed once every two weeks. For many adults in Liverpool, braces are now a choice they want to make.
No matter what type of brace you wear, they all work on the same principle, to gradually move your teeth into a better and more attractive position. There are a number of long-lasting benefits when you have your teeth straightened. The first is of course that your smile gives you something to feel proud of. The second is that because your teeth are straighter, they are easier to keep clean and well cared for. This leads to the third benefit. Clean straight teeth are healthier teeth and good oral health is a crucial element to keeping your teeth for longer.