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Benefits of Invisalign St John’s Wood

Research has shown that a neatly aligned smile has social, emotional and physical benefits that are important for overall well-being. We are all attracted to a beautiful smile, so here at Aura Dental, we want you to feel proud of your smile when you look in the mirror and happily show it off to the rest of the world. A confident and beautiful smile can have a positive impact on your career, love life and social interactions. On the other hand, being unhappy with your smile can affect your self-confidence and discourage you from smiling openly and freely as you wish, affecting your mental health in the process. A neatly aligned, straight and symmetrical smile is easier to keep clean, so there will be less chance of bacteria building up on the surface of the teeth or in those areas that are hard to reach. This also significantly reduces the chance of issues such as tooth decay and tooth loss.

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If you are thinking about straightening your teeth, then speak to us at Aura Dental today and find out about Invisalign St John’s Wood. This is a modern and highly popular form of orthodontic treatment that can be used to address the cosmetic issues of dental misalignment. If you are looking for a convenient method of straightening your teeth that does not draw further attention to your mouth in the process, then Invisalign St John’s Wood could be a suitable treatment option for you. Invisalign is an attractive alternative to traditional metal braces but still works effectively to correct crooked teeth, teeth that protrude at the front and bite disorders. It is more suited to correcting moderate issues as more complicated misalignment may require that you begin with traditional metal braces to adjust the position of your teeth and then continue with Invisalign St John’s Wood to make the minor alignments at the end.

How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign St John’s Wood works by using clear, thermoplastic aligners that can be taken out of your mouth and placed back in as necessary, making them highly convenient and almost invisible when worn. By taking photographs, x-rays and scans of your teeth our dentist and the Invisalign technicians can work together to create an individually tailored treatment plan for you which you will then approve. You can also find out what your teeth will look like following successful treatment with Invisalign.

Invisalign St John’s Wood works using a series of aligners, and these would be individually manufactured by Invisalign technology in the laboratories and may take up to 4 weeks to complete. Since the aligners are created using modern scanning technology, they are comfortable to wear and also produce highly accurate results. By following the guidelines properly and wearing the aligners for approximately two weeks at a time for 22 hours a day, you will achieve a beautiful healthy smile very soon. The process itself may take 6 to 12 months, but you will need to visit our dentist at regular intervals to find out how the treatment is coming along. Speak to us at Aura Dental today to find out more.

Dental implants for tooth loss in St John’s Wood

It is important to regularly visit your dentist St John’s Wood to make sure that you have good dental health and that your teeth are strong and healthy enough to last the rest of your life. Unfortunately, throughout life, many adults lose some of their teeth.

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Here in the UK, research has shown that almost 75% of adults have lost a tooth or had a tooth extracted for whatever reason. Thanks to advances in dental technology, tooth replacement therapy has become more effective and convenient than ever before. So, if you have lost a tooth or had to undergo a tooth extraction, then speak to our dentist St John’s Wood to find out about the different treatment options available for you.

Why are dental implants so popular?

Dental implants are a popular form of tooth replacement therapy here at your dentist St John’s Wood and have become firmly established over the last few decades as the gold standard in replacing missing teeth. Although they have been around for many years now, dental implants have seen a rise in popularity only over the last two decades, and they continue to be the choice of treatment for missing teeth amongst dentists and patients alike.

If you have missing teeth, whether as a result of poor oral hygiene or injury, then speak to your dentist St John’s Wood to find out how dental implants here at Aura Dental could help you. If you have one missing tooth, multiple missing teeth or you need to replace all your teeth, speak to us about dental implants, and we can discuss the different options that are available for you.

How do dental implants work?

Dental implants work to replace the root of your missing tooth. They consist of small titanium screws that can be placed into the bone socket of your missing tooth to enable a natural process known as osseointegration to help embed the screw firmly in place. The screw then becomes fused to the bone, providing a solid foundation for the prosthetic of your choice. The process of the titanium screw becoming successfully embedded in your mouth can take several months and varies between patients depending on the overall well-being and the body’s ability to heal itself. Once your dentist is certain that successful osseointegration has occurred and the screw is firmly in place. you will need to visit your dentist again.

The next part of the procedure involves attaching an abutment or a connector post to the head of the screw, on which your dentist will fix the crown, bridge or denture depending on your dental requirements and personal choice.

Although the process can take up to 6 months or more to be completed, dental implants are a permanent solution to replacing your missing teeth. Tooth loss can have a negative impact on the rest of your teeth; it can affect your diet, your speech and the appearance of your smile. With the advice of your dentist and regular visits to us at Aura Dental, you can maintain better oral health and smile happily again.

Invisalign for straighter beautiful teeth

You must visit your dentist at least once every six months to make sure that your teeth and gums are strong and healthy. If the dentist is satisfied with your oral health, then you can speak to us and find out about Invisalign St John’s Wood and how it can help improve the look of your smile and promote better oral health at the same time.

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Invisalign St John’s Wood is a very popular method of teeth straightening that has firmly established itself since its introduction in 1999. Since then, Invisalign St John’s Wood has been used all over the world to correct millions of smiles and continues to be a popular choice amongst dentists and patients alike. As the name suggests, Invisalign St John’s Wood is an almost invisible method of straightening teeth; therefore, it is a highly attractive alternative to traditional methods of teeth straightening. In the past, teeth were usually straightened using traditional orthodontic metal braces, which can be fixed to the front of the teeth and joined with metal wires that pull the teeth into a better position. This is a highly effective method of teeth straightening; however, it can be very visible when worn, and so, most adults are reluctant to consider these braces and may feel uncomfortable or embarrassed by them.

How does Invisalign work?

Invisalign St John’s Wood uses thermoplastic clear aligners that can be taken out of your mouth and replaced as necessary so that they are not only discreet but also highly convenient. Treatment with Invisalign works using a series of aligners that are designed to gradually push your teeth to produce a straighter and more symmetrical smile by applying pressure on the teeth. Invisalign St John’s Wood is more suited to treating protruding front teeth or crooked teeth, Although, for more complicated issues, you may need to find out about other treatment options.

Invisalign St John’s Wood is an individually tailored treatment plan that can be put together for you by our dentist with the help of the Invisalign technicians. Photographs, x-rays and three-dimensional scans of your teeth can be used to create a visual simulation of your mouth to help you see what your teeth will look like following successful treatment. The scans and photographs can also help manufacture the aligners so that they are accurate and precise. This makes sure that they are comfortable to wear and that they accurately produce the predicted results. The number of aligners to be included in your series will depend on the extent of movement necessary to create the result; this varies from patient to patient.

Each aligner needs to be worn for approximately two weeks at a time, and this will be clearly instructed by our dentist depending on your dental needs.

You must remove the aligners before eating or cleaning your teeth; however, they should remain in your mouth for at least 22 hours a day to ensure a successful result. You can visit our dentist every six weeks to make sure that the process is coming along successfully and to ensure that your teeth remain healthy and strong throughout the process. Speak to us at Aura Dental today to find out more about Invisalign.

Teeth straightening and teeth whitening at your dentist St John’s Wood

One of the first things we notice when we meet someone is the appearance of their smile. Neatly aligned, white smiles are attractive to look at and memorable too. A healthy and beautiful smile not only helps you feel better about yourself but also promotes overall well-being and boosts the way other people see you. Here at Aura Dental, we want everyone to be happy with their teeth and smile. So, if you feel that your teeth could be improved, then speak to our dentist St John’s Wood today and find out about the different treatments that we offer to help improve the aesthetics of your smile. Cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular over the last two decades, and visiting the dentist has become an important part of self-grooming.

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Teeth straightening

Here at Aura Dental, there are many different treatment options for addressing the misalignment issues of your teeth. Whether you are looking to correct extensive misalignment or simply improve your smile, we have many different options available for you. Traditional orthodontics is carried out using metal dental braces, and to this day, it remains the most effective form of teeth straightening. The braces consist of metal wires and brackets that can be fixed to the surface of your teeth and pull your teeth into position. If you are reluctant to undergo traditional orthodontic treatment, you may wish to consider clear braces or invisible orthodontics as they work in the same way but also provide discretion. If you are looking to carry out a minor realignment of your teeth, then you could find out about the use of aligners rather than fixed braces. Speak to our dentist St John’s Wood to find out more today.

Teeth whitening

Yellow teeth is another issue that can affect the appearance of your smile and impact your self-confidence. Teeth whitening procedures at our dentist are both safe and effective. If you are looking to whiten your teeth gradually in the comfort of your own home, then you can find out about home whitening kits from our dentist St John’s Wood. If you are looking for a more dramatic transformation, then you may wish to find out about having your teeth professionally whitened by our dentist at the clinic. Speak to us at Aura Dental today and find out about teeth whitening at our dentist St John’s Wood.

Here at Aura Dental, we proudly recommend the Enlighten teeth whitening system, which has a 98% success rate. This system works using a combination of hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide that makes up the teeth whitening gels. The gel can be worn in individually tailored dental trays for either a short time during the day or overnight whilst you sleep. This is a two-week process that can be completed within a 40-minute whitening session at our dentist. Speak to us to find out more about Enlighten and other teeth whitening procedures here at Aura Dental. Together we can help you achieve a smile that you are proud to show off to the world.

Invisalign – cosmetic dentistry for a beautiful smile

Invisalign St John’s Wood is a modern and highly popular alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment for straightening your teeth. If you suffer from misaligned teeth, crookedness and wonky teeth, protruding teeth, gaps in your teeth and overcrowding then you need to speak to us here at Aura Dental and find out about Invisalign St John’s Wood for you.

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Traditional orthodontic treatment consists of fixed metal appliances which are highly visible in your mouth, pulling your teeth into position over a period of time. On the other hand, Invisalign St John’s Wood, as the name suggests, is almost invisible and therefore a highly discreet and convenient method for addressing the aesthetic issues of your teeth. Invisalign St Johns Wood works by using a series of clear plastic aligners which can be taken out of your mouth and put back in as necessary so that they do not impact any other aspects of your life. By making sure that the aligners fit accurately and precisely, they work to create pressure around your teeth to help move them safely and gradually into a better suited position.

How does Invisalign work?

Here at Aura Dental our dentists have specialised training in the Invisalign procedure and will carry out a comprehensive examination of your teeth and gums to begin with to make sure that the treatment is suitable for you. This is because orthodontic treatment requires healthy teeth and gums to make sure that it is safe to move the position of your teeth without causing any dental issues or complications. When your dentist is sure that Invisalign is the correct choice of treatment for you then you will undergo a specialised iTero 3-dimensional scan which will help you and your dentist see exactly how Invisalign can change the appearance of your teeth.

Once you are happy with the visual, your dentist will be able to explain how long the treatment will take to achieve these results and once agreed they will be able to send the scans to the Invisalign laboratory where the technicians will create a series of aligners for you that will help you achieve the smile that you are hoping for. The number of aligners that you will need depends on the extent of misalignment to begin with and can vary from patient to patient. Once the aligners have been created you will be able to take them home and begin your treatment immediately. Each aligner is to be worn for 2 weeks at a time for at least 22 hours of the day only to be taken out during meal times and for a drink other than water. After every two or three aligners you can visit your dentist to make sure that the treatment process is coming along successfully and that the movement of your teeth is not causing any other dental issues. Your teeth may feel a bit sensitive however this is quite normal and will subside soon.

Speak to us at Aura dental today to find out more about Invisalign and how you can create a beautiful smile at your convenience and your discretion and promote better oral health for life.

Visiting your dentist St John’s Wood for good oral health and a beautiful smile

Maintaining a good dental hygiene routine at home is very important. Using an effective fluoride toothpaste twice a day and making sure you floss your teeth after meals and rinse your mouth with a good mouthwash will help you maintain good oral health and prevent dental complications in the future, later on in life when your teeth may become more prone to damage. At the same time it is important that you visit your dentist St John’s Wood on a regular basis to make sure that your dental hygiene routine is sufficient and that there is no excess plaque and tartar build-up around your teeth and gums which may cause other dental issues in the future. We are a family friendly dentist here at Aura dental and we want to instill the importance of visiting the dentist St Johns Wood into our young patients from an early age to help promote better oral health for life.

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Regular check-ups and mouth cancer screening

For your convenience we are open 6 days a week here at Aura Dental and we recommend that you visit us for routine appointments at least once every 6 months and more often if you are prone to dental issues and problems with your teeth. Your dentist St Johns Wood will carry out a thorough examination of your teeth and gums and check for any signs or symptoms of disease. If necessary you will undergo X-rays for further examination and a treatment plan will be set up for you according to your dental needs. If the dentist is happy that your teeth are clean and healthy then you will be recommended to revisit in another six months. We also recommend that you visit the hygienist for a scale and polish on a regular basis to make sure that your teeth are cleaned professionally and that your gums are free of disease. A significant percentage of the adult population here in the UK suffer from a certain degree of gum disease. Gingivitis is the most common form of gum disease and without treatment can progress to periodontal disease which affects the surrounding structures of the teeth and can eventually result in tooth loss. Your hygienist is trained to look out for symptoms of gum disease therefore it is important that you visit your dentist and hygienist in combination on a regular basis to prevent such issues.

Here at Aura Dental we carry out oral cancer screening which is a simple procedure at your dentist St Johns Wood and consists of a thorough examination of your mouth alongside a detailed analysis of your oral health history to assess any risk factors. Oral cancer kills approximately 2700 people in the UK every year, so we recommend that you carry out an oral cancer screen once every 12 months.

Speak to your dentist St John’s Wood today to book your appointment. Speak to our friendly and professional team here at Aura Dental today and find out about the different treatment options that we have available for you and let us help you smile happily and confidently for the rest of your life.

Invisalign a clear, convenient and comfortable approach to orthodontics

The majority of adults present a certain degree of reluctance towards traditional orthodontic treatment which uses metal fixed appliances in your mouth to correct your misalignment issues. These tend to be highly visible in the mouth and affect your self-consciousness and esteem. Research has shown that most adults would rather settle for the misalignment of their teeth then undergo such orthodontic treatment.

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Advances in dental technology over the last few decades has helped address the high visibility of orthodontic treatment and there are now many different options for alternate treatment procedures. Invisible orthodontics has become very popular in treating the aesthetic issues of your teeth and if you speak to us at Aura dental then you’ll find that we have an array of treatment options available for you depending on your personal requirements and preferences.

Invisalign in St. Johns Wood

Here at Aura dental we are proud to present Invisalign St John’s Wood. Introduced 20 years ago, Invisalign has helped correct over 10 million smiles and is continuing to grow in popularity for correcting the misalignment issues of your teeth. The popularity of Invisalign St. Johns Wood is due to the discretion and the comfort of the clear plastic aligners that are used for this process. With Invisalign St Johns Wood you will find that the invisible aligners are a fantastic alternative to metal wires and brackets which are used in conventional orthodontics, not only are they almost invisible but they are also comfortable to wear and work effectively to straighten your teeth in a similar or shorter period of time than metal braces. The average treatment time with Invisalign St John’s wood ranges from 6 to 12 months depending on the extent of straightening necessary to achieve your desired smile.

By straightening your teeth not only will you have a beautiful smile to look at but your teeth will also be easier to keep clean and free of dental issues. This is because a neatly aligned smile has less hard to reach areas for plaque and tartar to build up in there for your toothbrush and your floss will be able to reach all the surfaces and edges of your teeth and promote better oral health for you.

You will need to book an appointment to see your dentist here at Aura Dental to make sure that your teeth are clean and strong and that your gums are healthy before you can begin the process of Invisalign. All orthodontic treatments require good oral health so if you do have any underlying dental issues then these will be addressed prior to beginning your treatment procedure. Once your dentist is happy that you are ready to begin the treatment then you will undergo a specialised iTero three-dimensional scan which has been designed by the makers of Invisalign themselves. This scan allows you to see an accurate prediction of how your teeth will look following a successful course of Invisalign treatment. If you are happy with the scan results then the dentist will send these off to the Invisalign laboratory to create a series of Invisalign aligners for you and you can begin your journey to a beautiful smile that you are proud to show off to the world.

Cosmetic dentistry in St Johns Wood

If you have healthy teeth and gums then you may wish to speak to your dentist St Johns Wood about improving the aesthetic appearance of your teeth. Here at Aura Dental we have an array of different treatments and procedures at your dentist St Johns Wood to help improve the aesthetics of your teeth and thanks to advances in dental technology cosmetic dentistry is now more convenient and accessible than ever before. Whether you are suffering from misaligned teeth, crooked teeth, wonky teeth, protruding teeth, gaps in your teeth or overcrowding of your teeth, we have a range of different orthodontic treatment options available for you according to your requirements and preferences. If you are suffering from tooth loss then we also specialise in dental implant surgery to help replace your missing teeth.

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Orthodontics in St Johns Wood

Orthodontics is the field of dentistry which is involved in correcting misalignment issues of the teeth at your dentist St Johns Wood. This is carried out using different forms of dental braces. Conventionally orthodontic treatment is carried out using metal braces which are made up of brackets and wires which are attached to the front of your teeth and work together to apply constant pressure on the teeth and move them into better positions.

This is a highly effective method of straightening your teeth however it is highly visible in the mouth and therefore there is a reluctance amongst adults to undergo this form of orthodontic treatment. To address this reluctance there has been much research and development in invisible orthodontics which are designed to offer a more discreet treatment option for those who would like to correct the misalignment issues of their teeth. Speak to your dentist St Johns Wood to find out about the different types of invisible orthodontics here at Aura dental and together you can decide which is the most suitable for your personal requirements and preferences.

Lingual Braces Work in the same way as traditional orthodontic braces however these are attached to the back of your teeth and therefore they are almost invisible from the outside. Lingual braces still use brackets and wires to correct the positioning of your teeth however they are a desirable alternative due to the discretion they can offer. Lingual braces are ideal for those who require extensive treatment to correct the appearance of their smile

Inman aligners work differently to traditional orthodontic braces and lingual braces, instead of brackets and wires, each aligner is composed of two metal bows which sit around the front and back of your arch and are powered by two metal springs which squeeze the teeth into a better position. This is an effective and rapid method of improving the appearance of your smile, ideal for issues such as protruding front teeth, so speak to your dentist in St John’s wood to find out more.

Six Month Smiles works in a similar way to traditional orthodontic braces however the brackets and wires that are involved in this treatment procedure are either tooth coloured or transparent for a highly discrete treatment option. Six months Miles is also very effective at correcting misalignment issues of the teeth and as its name suggests can correct the aesthetic appearance of your smile in six months.

Speak to our friendly and professional team here at Aura dental today and find out which treatment option will be most suitable for you.

Invisalign St John’s Wood makes a smile worth it!

If you have misaligned teeth and don’t feel like smiling about it, Aura Dental can help. We are proud to be Private Dentistry Award Finalists 2020 who have the skills and expertise to give you a smile worth having. With Invisalign St John’s Wood, we can realign teeth in as little as 6 months using a convenient, discreet and comfortable way.

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What is it?

Invisalign is a clear plastic aligner system that allows patients to remove the devices for up to 2 hours a day. When they are worn, the aligners apply pressure to gently move your teeth into the desired positioning over a period of time. You will be provided with 6 weeks’ worth of aligners to change between on a weekly basis, before coming back to us for a check-up and to receive more aligners.

Why Invisalign?

Invisalign St John’s Wood is a leading brand provider of aligners and there are plenty of reasons why. Firstly, the aligners are comfortable to wear because they are made bespoke to fit your mouth using iTero technology, taking a 3D scan of your mouth from which the measurements are derived for your aligners to be made. From this, an animation can also be produced to show you what your teeth will look like after treatment has been completed – it’s definitely a big tick for motivation!

Another benefit of Invisalign is that the aligners are clear plastic and this means that nobody should be able to see them when they are being worn. So whether you’re a teenager or an adult, you don’t have to feel self-conscious about improving your smile. You can simply pop the aligners in and nobody will know. What’s more, when you eat and drink you can remove them, so you can continue eating what you like. No foods are off limits and you don’t need to worry about your aligners breaking, because you won’t be chomping on an apple while wearing them. Plus, plastic is a lot harder to break than delicate wires and brackets.

A further advantage of choosing Invisalign is that you have the control over when you wear the aligners and when you don’t. Aside from eating and drinking, brushing and flossing, you could also remove them when you want to meet a friend, go for a run, climb a tree, or do the salsa around the office – it really is up to you!

Invisalign and beyond

After your Invisalign journey is completed and you have a wonderful realigned smile, you will then be required to wear retainers as directed by your Invisalign St John’s Wood.

To see if the Invisalign journey is for you, simply book in with us for an initial consultation. We will be happy to discuss any of your concerns, examine your mouth fully and advise you on the treatment options available to you. Invisalign is perfect for mild to moderate alignment issues such as crossbite, over or underbite, crowded teeth or gapped teeth.

So, if you want to have a smile that needs to be shown to the world, come and see us at Aura Dental to see how we can help get your smile in line.

You’d better smile! Your dentist will help!

Waking up and having that morning cup of coffee can be like drinking an elixir. Reaching for a glass of red wine at the end of a busy day may make you feel like you deserve it, as the first gulp goes down gratefully. While you may be thankful for these little moments in life, where you can be in the moment and unwind, are you really present? Are you thinking about the effects of caffeine and alcohol on your teeth? You may only begin to notice when your teeth become discoloured – and drinks are not the only cause of teeth changing their appearance. At Aura Dental, our dentist St John’s Wood can help to improve the colour of your teeth. As a Private Dentistry Award Finalist 2020, we are professionals with the knowledge and expertise to provide excellent treatment that has pleasing results.

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What else can cause staining on my teeth?

If you have experienced discolouration of your teeth, it could be for a number of reasons. It could be because you have had an illness or condition such as diabetes, for example. Smoking is another well-known cause of teeth looking stained, and accidents can also take their toll on the appearance of the colour of your teeth. Moreover, as you age, your teeth will become darker anyway. Oh, to be young again! While you can’t turn back the hands of time, you can come to Aura Dental and let us help you to get a Vita Shade B1, guaranteed!

How does teeth whitening work?

Here at Aura Dental, we use Enlighten which is a completely safe system. We use custom- made trays to put our whitening gels into and you wear them like a gum shield. With some whitening treatments, there is the risk that if the gels touch the gums, they can be burnt; however, with Enlighten, there is no need to protect the gums at all.

While your custom trays are made, you will be provided with a special tooth serum that you need to brush your teeth with twice a day. Once your trays are ready, you can collect them from your dentist St John’s Wood and simply fill them with the gel and wear them to bed each night for two weeks, whilst continuing with brushing your teeth with the special serum.

Once you have finished your home treatment, you will come to see us and have a final 40 minute treatment in the practice. We use this method to ensure that you get an even result and that the shade meets the grade!

Anything else I need to know?

After your treatment has been completed, it is recommended that you continue to use some of the home whitening gel every 2 to 3 months. This will ensure that you keep your great results and that you can celebrate with a glass of vino too! So, if you fancy having a great smile that shines, come and see your dentist St John’s Wood and get ready to be Enlightened!