Author: Aura Dental
How to find the perfect braces as an adult
If you have crooked, crowded or misaligned teeth, you may be considering using braces to improve your smile. At Aura Dental in North London, we understand that adults may be anxious about wearing visible orthodontic appliances. That’s why we offer discreet orthodontics to suit every lifestyle.
Discreet braces
Discreet orthodontics, sometimes called invisible orthodontics, is a rapidly growing market as more and more adults want to straighten their teeth. At Aura Dental in North London, we offer a number of tried and tested discreet orthodontics devices, including tooth-coloured braces and clear aligners.
The best solution for you will depend on the type and amount of correction required. When you come in for your initial orthodontics consultation at our North London practice, your dentist will be able to advise you of all the available options and your predicted treatment time.
Your dentist will discuss what you want to change about your smile and will carefully examine your teeth and gums.
Depending on your treatment requirements, the dentist may recommend:
Inman Aligner
The Inman Aligner is a popular way to correct issues with your front teeth quickly and safely. The aligner is clear and uses a specially-designed system of bows and springs to adjust the position of your front teeth in as little as six weeks. Your dentist will advise you of your suitability for treatment with the Inman Aligner, as it is not suitable for everyone.
Invisible braces
Invisible braces or aligners are custom-made to fit your mouth and are a very discreet way to move your teeth. Your dentist will take impressions of your teeth in order for your aligners to be made. They have the added benefit of being removable, meaning you can take them out to eat, drink and clean.
Six Month Smiles
Six Month Smiles braces use clear brackets and tooth coloured wires to adjust your front teeth in as little as six months.
Why discreet braces are increasingly popular in cosmetic dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is the specialism that deals with the aesthetic appearance of the teeth. At Aura Dental in North London we are seeing an increasing number of adult patients who want to use discreet braces to improve the aesthetic appearance of their teeth.
Many adults want straighter teeth but don’t want to wear traditional metal braces, which are very obvious in the mouth. Discreet orthodontics is one of the fastest-growing areas of cosmetic dentistry. It involves the use of clear or tooth-coloured braces or aligners to straighten your teeth, without anybody knowing about it.
At our North London dental practice we offer orthodontic consultations to anybody thinking about having tooth-straightening treatment. During this consultation your dentist will carefully examine your mouth and will recommend the best course of orthodontic treatment, going through the pros and cons of all options to enable you to make an informed choice.
Orthodontic options
Aura Dental in North London offer several discreet orthodontic options as part of our cosmetic dentistry options. Depending on your individual needs, we may recommend braces or aligners. Here are some of the treatment options available:
Six Month Smiles
Six Month Smiles are tooth-coloured braces used to correct the mild to moderate alignment issues with the front teeth. Because treatment is focussed on the front six to eight teeth – those that show when you smile – the average treatment time is just six months. Your dentist will advise you of your projected treatment times at your initial consultation.
Inman Aligner
This removable aligner quickly and safely moves your teeth into a more desirable position. Treatment typically takes just six-18 weeks.
Invisalign
Invisalign is one of the most popular options in cosmetic dentistry for patients who want straighter teeth. These clear aligners are removable and gently move your teeth into a new position.
How your dentist can make you smile again
If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile, a visit to your dentist may just change your life. Cosmetic dentistry is the branch of the profession that deals with the aesthetic appearance of your smile. At Aura Dental in North London, our skilled clinicians offer a wide range of cosmetic dental treatments to improve the shape, appearance and symmetry of your teeth.
What can a cosmetic dentist do?
The cosmetic dentists at our North London practice have a wealth of techniques to improve the appearance of your smile. Whether you have missing teeth, crooked or gappy teeth or would like to improve their shape, size or colour, there are many treatments available.
Here are just some of the things the team at Aura Dental can do. . .
Dental implants
Dental implants are used to replace missing teeth. They are the only permanent tooth replacement solution, acting as bionic tooth roots that hold bridges, crowns or dentures firmly in place.
Teeth whitening
Our teeth become stained by drinks such as coffee and tea, habits such as smoking and by certain medications. Teeth whitening under the care of a dentist is a safe and proven way to gently remove these stains, leaving your teeth brighter and whiter.
Veneers
Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are attached to the front of your teeth with a strong dental adhesive. They are like false fingernails for the teeth and can disguise permanent stains or discolouration, small gaps and cracks, and slightly crooked teeth.
Discreet orthodontics
Our North London dentists offer a wide range of discreet ways to straighten your teeth. We have a series of tooth-coloured and clear braces and clear aligners to correct a wide range of alignment issues.
To find out more about what our cosmetic dentists at Aura Dental can do, book a consultation at our North London dental practice.
Why dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth
More and more people who have missing teeth are choosing dental implants to replace them. At Aura Dental in North London our skilled and experienced dentists have helped many patients to get their smiles back with the aid of implants.
Dental implants can be used to replace one, several or even all your missing teeth. They are small titanium screws that are placed directly in the jaw bone, where they integrate with the bone and provide a firm anchor for replacement teeth – a crown, bridges or dentures.
Why have dental implants?
Dental implants are the only permanent way to replace your missing teeth. Unlike unsecured dentures, your restorations will never become loose and uncomfortable, meaning that you can both smile with confidence and enjoy a healthy, varied diet. There’s also no danger of your teeth falling out at inappropriate moments.
Dentists always recommend missing teeth. As well as problems with eating and with your confidence in your smile, gaps in your mouth can lead any remaining teeth to move, becoming crooked and harder to clean – thus increasing your chance of further dental health problems.
At Aura Dental in North London, our implant dentists offer two dental implant treatment options: 1) Single implant, (£2300.00+) and 2) Implant-retained bridges (£2750.00+). The first option is ideal for one missing tooth, while implant-retained bridges are ideal for patients with more than one missing tooth.
All our implant work is carried out by our skilled dentists here in the comfort of our North London practice. The implants are placed in a minor surgical procedure, which is usually carried out under a local anaesthetic.
We will leave your implants to heal for a period of a few months, during which you may have temporary restorations fitted, before your permanent new teeth are attached. This is to allow the implants to integrate with the bone.
How discreet braces can quickly straighten your teeth
Think orthodontics and you may well think of traditional braces, with metal train-track style wires and brackets. At Aura Dental in North London we appreciate that while these traditional systems are effective at straightening teeth, they are not always compatible with a busy adult lifestyle. That’s why we are pleased to offer treatment with discreet orthodontics.
What are discreet orthodontics?
There have been huge advances in orthodontic technology in recent years, and one of the areas that has seen the most development is discreet orthodontics. This comprises braces that use tooth-coloured wires and clear brackets, along with various clear plastic aligners. The best option for you will depend on the type and amount of orthodontic correction needed, and your dentist will advise you on the most suitable treatment options.
From simple crowding to more complex issues, the friendly and experienced team of dentists at Aura Dental in North London have successfully straightened the teeth of hundreds of patients to give them the smiles they have always wanted.
Here are the options for discreet orthodontic treatment at our North London practice with braces or aligners. . .
Six Month Smiles
Six Month Smiles discreet braces use tooth-coloured wires and clear brackets to correct a range of alignment issues with your front teeth. Six months is the average treatment period and your dentist will advise you how long your treatment should take.
Inman Aligner
The Inman Aligner is a clear, removable aligner that quickly changes the position of the front teeth. Typical treatment times range between six and 18 weeks, depending on how much correction is needed. Again, your dentist will advise you of your predicted treatment time at the outset of treatment.
Clear aligners
Clear aligners, also known as invisible/removable braces, can correct a wide range of orthodontic problems. You can take them out to eat, clean and to brush your teeth.
Cosmetic dentistry: how to choose the perfect option for your smile
At Aura Dental in North London, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of treatments under the banner of cosmetic dentistry. Cosmetic treatment focuses on the aesthetic appearance of your smile. Our skilled dentists have helped many patients of all ages to achieve the smile of their dreams.
Picking the perfect treatment
Some patients come to our North London practice with a clear idea of which treatment they would like. Others know what they would like to achieve – straighter teeth, for example – but are unsure of how best to do it. Still others know they are unhappy with their smile, but are unsure what they would like to change.
That’s why at Aura Dental we offer consultations for any patient interested in cosmetic dentistry. You will have the chance to discuss your wants, needs and concerns with your skilled cosmetic dentist, who will listen to you and will carefully examine your teeth, gums and surrounding structures before presenting all the relevant treatment options to help you attain your smile goal.
At the end of your consultation, your dentist will go through the pros and cons of any treatment option, enabling you to make an informed choice about cosmetic dentistry before starting treatment.
Cosmetic dentistry – common treatments
Among the aesthetic dental treatments we offer are. . .
Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain shells that can be used to cover a single discoloured or permanently stained tooth, or can give you a full smile makeover. They can correct minor misalignment, issues with the height or shape of your teeth, and can close small gaps.
Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening uses special whitening gel to remove stains from your teeth. When carried out by a dentist it is a fast, effective and safe way to boost the appearance of your smile.
Using cosmetic dentistry to create your perfect smile
If you are unhappy with any aspect of your smile, cosmetic dentistry could offer the perfect solution. At Aura Dental in North London our skilled cosmetic dentists have a wealth of treatments and techniques at their disposal to help you get the smile you’ve always dreamt of.
At our North London dental practice we offer a huge selection of cosmetic dental treatments. Whether you are looking for a quick smile boost or a complete smile makeover, we are confident we can help. Here are some of our most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. . .
Teeth whitening
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular treatments in the field of cosmetic dentistry. It’s also one of the fastest ways to boost your smile. Our teeth become stained by food and drink, certain medicines and by smoking. Teeth whitening uses special bleaching gel to remove these stains.
At Aura Dental we offer both home teeth whitening and whitening here in our North London practice.
Cosmetic braces
Braces are the ideal way to straighten crooked or crowded teeth. For adults who do not wish to wear conventional metal braces, we have a number of discreet orthodontics options available, including the clear, removable Inman Aligner and Six Month Smiles discreet cosmetic braces, which can straighten your teeth in just six months.
Veneers
Cosmetic dentistry is all about changing the aesthetic appearance of your teeth, and veneers can do just that. They are thin porcelain shells attached to the front of your teeth using strong dental adhesive. Veneers can change the colour, shape, size or length of your teeth.
These are just some of the cosmetic options available from our North London dental practice. At Aura dental we also welcome patients for consultations and examinations to help you find the perfect cosmetic treatment for your smile.
Why it’s important to build a good relationship with your dentist from an early age
At Aura Dental we understand that many people are nervous about visiting the dentist. At our North London practice we believe in holistic dentistry for the whole family, treating the patient rather than just treating their teeth. That’s why we recommend bringing children in to the surgery from a young age.
Going to the dentist doesn’t have to be scary. We treat many nervous patients whose fear has been caused by a bad experience in childhood. At our North London dental practice we treat all patients with respect and compassion, and provide gentle, caring treatment for nervous patients of all ages.
Our dentists believe that by bringing children to the practice from a young age, perhaps at the same time as parents or older siblings, they soon learn it is nothing to be afraid of. The dentist becomes a friendly face they look forward to seeing for a check-up, and they get used to sitting in the chair and opening their mouth to let the clinician look inside.
Early visits to the practice – from when the first teeth start to appear – also reduces the risk of your child needing more extensive, invasive treatment later on. We believe in preventative dentistry, stopping problems before they start. Children in the UK still have very high levels of tooth decay and although this has started to improve, there is still much progress to be made.
Aura Dental in North London offers children’s consultation for just £35. Our practice is relaxed and welcoming and has been designed to be a place of calm tranquillity.
Our dentists use the latest technology and advanced techniques and materials to deliver the highest standards of care to all patients, at every visit.
Dental implants: an investment in your future – and your health
Dental implants are an increasingly popular solution for patients who have lost their teeth. At Aura Dental in North London, we see patients who have suffered tooth loss for many reasons – decay, gum disease, injury or accident. Whatever the reason, as dentists we always advise patients to replace their missing teeth, and believe that implants are often the best way to do so.
Why is it important to replace missing teeth?
When we lose a tooth, we often lose confidence in our smile. This can have a negative effect on our self-esteem and our interactions with others. There are further health reasons to replace missing teeth, as other teeth may move into any gaps and your diet may be restricted to soft foods. Over time, your jaw bone beneath any gaps also starts to resorb or deteriorate. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement that integrate with the bone and prevent this from happening.
At Aura Dental in North London our dentists are experienced in placing dental implants. If you are interested in this treatment, we invite you to speak to our team at an implant consultation.
At an implant consultation, your dentist will discuss the benefits of dental implants and will talk you through the procedure. They will also examine your mouth and jaw, taking x-rays as necessary to establish your suitability for treatment with implants.
Aura Dental has two options for implant treatment at our North London practice: a single implant with a crown for patients who have lost one tooth, and implant-retained bridges, which use more than one implant and suits patients who have several missing teeth.
To find out more about dental implants in North London, please get in touch with one of our dentists today.
You’re never too old for braces!
Think braces are just for teenagers? Think again! Adult orthodontics is one of the fastest-growing areas of dentistry as more and more people want to straighten their teeth. At Aura Dental, a North London dental practice, there are many options for adults looking for orthodontic treatment.
There are many good reasons to straighten your teeth. Crooked teeth may make you unhappy with the appearance of your smile, but dentists are keen to point out there are also health reasons to have orthodontic treatment later in life.
Misaligned teeth can be more difficult to clean, which increases your risk of gum disease and tooth decay – ultimately raising your chances of tooth loss. Orthodontics uses braces and aligners to improve the alignment of your teeth, boosting both your smile and your dental health.
If you’re thinking about straightening your teeth, the first step is to book a consultation at our North London dental clinic. We appreciate that this is a big decision to take, so during your consultation one of our experienced dentists will discuss all the appropriate treatment options, including projected treatment times and what each treatment entails.
I need braces? But I don’t want a mouth full of metal!
One of the primary concerns patients bring to their dentist about orthodontics treatment is that they imagine treatment with braces to be very obvious. Think of the metal bracket and wire contraptions popular with teenagers, and it can be understandably off-putting for adults with busy social and professional lives.
Thankfully, there are many other options. At Aura Dental in North London, we offer a range of discreet orthodontics. These are clear aligners or tooth-coloured braces that are designed to be practically invisible to the untrained eye.
The major difference between the options is that braces are fixed while aligners are removable. Your dentist will be able to recommend the best option to suit your needs at your consultation.