Surprisingly those seeking orthodontic Manchester treatment aren’t purely under the age of eighteen. Conversely many adults also suffer from crooked teeth and as such are searching for a solution to straighten their teeth and improve their bite. Although there are many clinics offering braces in Manchester that can do exactly this, there are 4 common misconceptions that tend to prevent people from plucking up the courage and seeking further advice.
Orthodontics is very expensive
One of the main reasons for people deciding not to get their teeth straightened is the cost. While it’s true that treatments such as Manchester Invisalign seem expensive (starting from around £1400) they can have a long-lasting effect that will save you considerable amounts of money on further dental treatment in the long-term. Crooked teeth for example make it harder to brush and floss thoroughly which can cause problems with oral hygiene. Where access is difficult certain areas are likely to be missed, and as such teeth and gums can come under fire from a build-up of plaque. If this isn’t dealt with, periodontal disease can develop, and this has the potential to lead to further problems such as tooth loss and more expense later on down the line.
It’s not a good look
Many people picture braces in Manchester as clunky metallic ‘train-track’ style treatments that unfortunate children had to endure during their school days. While this style of brace is still available it’s also been much improved. They’re lighter, more comfortable, and some offer multi-coloured brackets that children love. However for adults, having a mouthful of metal probably isn’t the best look and therefore there are many other varieties of orthodontic treatments in Manchester that are more discreet. Secret Smile braces, lingual braces, and invisalign all use a variety of ingenious methods to disguise the fact that you’re wearing braces at all, making teeth straightening virtually unnoticeable.
Treatment takes a couple of years
Most orthodontic treatments rely on applying periodic and gentle pressure to make sure that the teeth remain upright and straight. In some cases this can take two years or more to complete. However there are also other methods of treatment such as Six Month Smiles and Manchester Invisalign which carry out virtually the same job but are considerably quicker. Unlike other orthodontic treatments which focus on the whole dental bite, Six Month Smiles for example concentrates purely on the teeth that you can see when you smile. Using a series of clear brackets and teeth coloured wires they act to straighten the front teeth within six months or less. In some cases patients can see a noticeable difference within six weeks. Conversely Invisalign involves a series of custom made clear plastic aligners which need to be replaced every two weeks. As the various aligners are worn the teeth continue to straighten naturally until they’re in the right position. As far as Orthodontic Manchester procedures go, this is one of our most popular as it only takes around 9 -18 months to achieve the completed look.
Wearing braces is painful
There is a myth that wearing braces is uncomfortable. This might have been the case a few decades ago when braces were large and bulky. However nowadays they’re, sleek, lightweight, and are designed specifically to ensure optimum comfort for the user. Ultimately there may be slight discomfort felt for a day or two when wired braces in Manchester are first tensioned but with retainers, a patient should feel no discomfort at all.
If you have to decide between orthodontic Manchester treatment and keeping your crooked teeth, then knowing what you know now, it should be a straight forward choice. After all you only get one set of permanent teeth so it pays to look after them.
Why not contact Clear Braces in Manchester for Manchester invisalign and other types of clear brace treatments that can transform your smile, boost your self-confidence, and improve your life! To make an appointment visit our website at www.clearbracesmanchester.co.uk or contact us directly on 0161 660 1218 today. We look forward to welcoming you.
