Receiving orthodontic treatment later in life has many benefits, such as restoring your confidence in your smile, rejuvenating your appearance and improving your oral health. However, adults don’t necessarily see metal braces as the most fashionable accessory and are often reluctant to wear them due to cosmetic and practical considerations. Luckily, dentistry has come a long way and many modern teeth straightening treatments are specifically tailored to adult patients.

At Smilecraft in Stevenage, orthodontics is all about restoring your beautiful smile. We firmly believe that teeth straightening can be effective at any age. That’s why we offer Six Month Smiles, an innovative orthodontic system specifically designed for adult patients who want to straighten their teeth discreetly.

How Six Month Smiles works

Six Month Smiles braces are exactly like regular braces, with the exception that they consist of tooth-coloured brackets and titanium wires. As the name of the treatment suggests, the average treatment time is only six months. Given that regular braces treatment can take up to two years, some patients may wonder how Six Month Smiles braces can work so quickly.

The answer is simple. Unlike metal braces that treat the teeth from the root and can even alter your bite, Six Month Smiles braces focus on the teeth that people can see when your smile. Whereas regular braces make larger adjustments that take longer, Six Month Smiles braces are quick, effective and comfortable.

Am I eligible?

In order to be a good candidate for this type of treatment, you must be at least 16 years old. Six Month Smiles braces are ideal for patients who have slightly oddly aligned teeth and want them fixed in a short period of time. However, if you suffer from severe misalignment or have bite problems, this type of treatment is not ideal for you and your dentist may suggest regular braces instead. In any case, we are happy to evaluate your circumstances and answer any questions you may have.

Get in touch

Interested in adult orthodontics in Stevenage? Give us a call today to book an appointment and find out if you are a good candidate for Six Month Smiles braces.

Whether you are an adult whose teeth have shifted over the years or you have become more conscious of the way they have always looked, metal braces are not your only option. Fortunately, recent orthodontic advancements allow patients of any age to correct crooked, gapped and misaligned teeth, without having to wear braces.

At Smilecraft in Stevenage, orthodontics are all about the health, appearance and overall well-being of our patients. We understand that metal braces may not be to everyone’s liking, therefore, we offer Six Month Smiles, a discreet dental treatment with fast and reliable results.

What is Six Month Smiles?

Six Month Smiles is an innovative orthodontic treatment that reduces the time it takes to straighten your teeth almost by half, or even more. The braces themselves are clear and less noticeable, and the technology in Six Month Smiles uses less pressure to move the teeth into their right position, making the treatment more comfortable.

Unlike metal braces, Six Month Smiles wires are made of nickel-titanium. The clear brackets are applied only to the teeth which are visible when you smile, not your entire bite. As such, treatment time is considerably shorter compared to traditional orthodontics. Less pressure on your teeth also means you don’t have to worry about risks that come with metal braces, such as root damage.

What to expect

As with traditional orthodontics, treatment with Six Month Smiles braces begins with a consultation appointment with one of our dentists. After examining your teeth and analysing your bite, they will discuss your dental goals and assess your individual needs. Six Month Smiles is only suitable for patients with moderately crooked teeth, who do not wish to modify their bite.

Once the treatment has been determined to be the best for you, your dentist will make an impression of your teeth and send them over to the Six Month Smiles laboratory. There, the impressions of your teeth will be used to determine where the clear brackets and tooth-colored wires will go. Once ready, your dentist will fix the braces on your front teeth and see you after five weeks for your first adjustments.

If you are interested in adult orthodontics in Stevenage, please contact our team for more information.

It’s amazing how quickly six months passes. Here we are already in summer and to many of us it seems like only a couple of weeks since we were frantically shopping for Christmas presents. Imagine now, how quickly time will fly by if you decide to straighten your teeth with a great system for orthodontics in Stevenage.

At Smilecraft, we know that for many busy adults, time is of the essence and that is why we chose Six Month Smiles as our preferred treatment for orthodontics in Stevenage.

Orthodontics is dentistry’s term for the area of work focussing on improving the look of misaligned teeth, be they crooked, gappy, crowded or tilted in or out.

The most common orthodontic treatment for correcting the alignment of the teeth is the fixed bracket and wire braces. They have been around for several decades and these days, unless you have serious problems to correct, do not need to be the traditional metal ‘train tracks’ braces, which have a reputation for being uncomfortable and a bit too obvious.

This reputation has put many off having braces, especially adults, who are working and do not wish to draw attention to what their dentists are doing for them.

That’s why at Smilecraft, we use Six Months Smiles braces. These are great for adults who have no major issues with their bite, and only need to have their teeth straightened.

How does it work?

In Stevenage, orthodontics from Six Month Smiles work on the same mechanical principles as metal braces. However the brackets are much smaller and made of clear ceramic, and the wire strung between them is tooth-coloured. This way the braces blend into your teeth rather than dominate them. Also, because the aim of the treatment is simply to straighten the teeth, the braces use gentler forces, which is why they are much finer looking.

Six Month Smiles are so-called because that’s how long they take, on average, to straighten your teeth, which means fewer appointments. This also means your treatment can be cheaper than other teeth straightening methods.

Why not come in and talk to us about Six Month Smiles? You could have a brand new smile for Christmas if you start your treatment now.

Some people say that having a straight, beautiful smile is the best accessory, but not everyone is born with perfect teeth. While conventional braces are typically considered the best way to straighten your teeth, not everyone likes the effect of metal. Luckily, modern dentistry offers other to straighten your teeth discreetly.

If you are one of the many adults in the UK who are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth, then did you know that in just six months you could be enjoying a straighter, healthier smile? At Smilecraft in Stevenage, orthodontics are made possible with Six Month Smiles. This innovative treatment, helps us combine the best aspects of traditional braces with modified techniques and materials. The result is a hassle-free cosmetic solution that fits your busy lifestyle.

What are Six Month Smiles?

Six Month Smiles consists of tooth-coloured brackets and wires, which are very discreet when fixed onto your teeth. They function just like metal braces, with the exception that they are designed to improve the appearance of your front teeth instead of altering your bite.

Treatment with Six Month Smiles braces is much quicker than with conventional braces as it focuses on correcting only your front teeth. Whereas metal braces can take 18-24 months or more, Six Month Smiles braces can give you straight teeth in as little as six months, as their name suggests.

Because the treatment is gentle, you shouldn’t experience major pain or discomfort. Patients opting for the clear fixed braces can expect quicker results even to other short-term teeth straightening treatments such as Invisalign.

What to expect

During your initial consultation, your dentist will assess the state of your teeth and gums and let you know whether you are suitable for Six Month Smiles orthodontics in Stevenage. You will have the chance to ask questions and learn more about the treatment from our experienced dentists. After that, you will be provided with an individual treatment plan detailing the specifics of your treatment.

If you decided to proceed with Six Month Smiles, your dentist will fit them over your teeth. Throughout the treatment, you are expected to visit the dentist at least once a month for checking and adjusting the braces.

Orthodontics is all about straightening or moving your teeth to give you an even bite and an aesthetically pleasing smile. Braces are a major part of orthodontics in Stevenage. But it is about more than just the appearance of your teeth; it also concerns their health and function. Orthodontics helps to ensure the long-term health of your teeth, gums and jaws, by making sure the pressure of your bite gets spread evenly across all your teeth.

Do I need orthodontic treatment?

Many people have crowded, crooked or protruding teeth. Orthodontics in Stevenage, at Smilecraft, will straighten your teeth or move them into better positions. This not only improves their appearance and the way your teeth bite together, but also makes them easier to clean.

Sometimes the upper and lower jaws meet in such a way that they bite together incorrectly. This can put a strain on the muscles of the jaw, cause jaw and joint pain and even headaches in some cases. Orthodontic treatment at our practice can correct this to ensure you bite more evenly and so reduce the strain on your jaw.

A little bit of history

In the early 1900s, orthodontics involved using gold, platinum, silver, steel and gum rubber to form loops, hooks and ties. In fact, 18 karat gold was routinely used for wires, bands and clasps. Why gold, you might ask? This is because it is malleable and easy to shape. However, gold had its drawbacks. Because of its softness, it required frequent adjustments and it was hugely expensive. These gold bands wrapped entirely around each tooth, meaning the original modern brace was rather glitzy!

In the 1930s, stainless steel became widely available, but using it for braces was considered rather controversial. It wasn’t generally accepted as a material for orthodontic treatments until the late 1950s.

Thankfully times have changed and now your orthodontic treatment is more accessible and affordable, but also much more reliable and safe.

With ever advancing technologies and equipment, orthodontics in Stevenage has never been so successful and innovative. Give us a call today to see how we can help you get your smile back into shape.