If, like many adults, you dream of straighter teeth but fear the thought of traditional braces, you may be an ideal candidate for treatment with Six Month Smiles. This subtle tooth-straightening system is a popular choice at Stevenage dental practice Smilecraft, and with average treatment times of just six months, it’s not hard to see why.
Braces are seen as standard for children and teenagers in the UK these days, but an increasing number of adults are also seeing the benefits of teeth straightening treatment. Whilst you may think that these benefits are purely cosmetic, at our Stevenage dental practice we are always keen to point out that teeth straightening also comes with health benefits.
Straighter teeth are usually healthier teeth, because with fewer gaps in which particles of food can get trapped and plaque can build up, it is easier to keep your teeth clean. This means that your chances of developing gum disease and tooth decay are significantly reduced – so long as you visit your dentist and hygienist regularly.
Six Month Smiles are cosmetic braces and are not designed for major orthodontic correction. However, if gappy, crooked, or misaligned front teeth are making your life a misery and stopping you from smiling, we invite you to join us at our Stevenage dental practice for a Six Month Smiles consultation.
Your dentist will examine your teeth and assess if this is the best treatment for you. They will then take impressions of your teeth for your braces to be manufactured.
Six Month Smiles comprise tooth-coloured wires and clear brackets, meaning that they are far subtler in appearance than traditional braces. Six months is the average treatment time – some cases take as little as three months – and they work so quickly because they focus on the front teeth, those on show when you smile.