Rob Edwards
As oral health awareness and dental aesthetics have surged in popularity and importance, so too has invisible orthodontics, giving people straighter, healthier teeth in a highly discreet way. Invisible braces and new trends in teeth straightening are a brilliant alternative to metal braces, particularly for adults and teens who may be self-conscious about having orthodontic treatment. We look at the benefits of invisible braces and the latest technological trends shaping orthodontics:
Cosmetic dentistry has grown hugely in recent years as people are becoming more mindful of the appearance of their teeth and smiles. Together with this, advancements in healthcare and a rising awareness about the importance of oral health, has made invisible braces and orthodontics in general more popular.
Invisible braces, from hidden lingual aligners to subtle ceramic braces, use advanced computer-aided design (CAD) technology and are custom-made in a lab to precisely fit the wearer. As invisible braces are highly customised, the technology makes the orthodontic process faster and simpler. People who have mild to moderate teeth imperfections are becoming increasingly drawn to these invisible orthodontic solutions which will help improve their smiles in a discreet and convenient way.
As well as CAD technology, breakthrough technological advancements in orthodontics include 3D imaging, electron microscopy, and virtual reality training in labs. This has made it possible to design highly effective and virtually invisible clear aligners such as Invisalign – a treatment which has seen great uptake in the UK.
Invisalign is a clear, removable and comfortable to wear set of aligners that won’t interfere with the wearer’s everyday lifestyle. Made of medical grade plastic the invisible aligners are wafer thin. Along with invisible braces, clear aligners are now able to be accurately customised for improved performance for straightening crooked, gappy or overlapping teeth.
Invisible orthodontics has become an appealing prospect not just in western society but globally –more and more people are advocating ‘dental tourism’ and traveling to countries that can offer advanced teeth straightening treatments using the latest technologies.
This worldwide trend for invisible braces and clear aligners has been further driven online and through social media. As well as giving people valuable access to information about invisible braces and the latest trends in teeth straightening, the internet has allowed people to share their experiences of orthodontic treatment and fuel its popularity.
Northenden House Orthodontics is a leading Manchester practice who have been providing high quality, specialist orthodontic care for over 40 years. To find out more about the range of invisible teeth straightening available, or to speak to one of their expert team about teeth straightening for you, simply call their practice on 0161 998 2622 or email info@manchesterorthodontics.co.uk.
