Braces without the metal: a modern approach to orthodontics

Braces no longer need to mean a mouth full of metal for months on end. At North London clinic Aura Dental we encourage patients to have orthodontic treatment whatever their age, and offer a number of subtle methods to straighten your teeth without the whole world having to know you are undergoing treatment.

North London braces and aligners

Modern orthodontics affords a dentist or orthodontist a number of ways to improve the alignment of your teeth, and fix issues with your bite. This may involve using fixed appliances – braces – or removable appliances – aligners. When you come to Aura Dental in North London for an orthodontic consultation, we will conduct a thorough clinical examination, then will explain the pros and cons of all relevant treatments.

Braces are the traditional method by which orthodontists straighten teeth. In the 21st Century, they can be made from clear and tooth-coloured components, meaning that they will blend in with your teeth’s natural colouring and won’t be instantly noticeable.

At our North London clinic we use Six Month Smiles cosmetic braces, which have an average treatment time of just half a year and focus on the front six to eight teeth – those on display when you smile.

We also use clear aligners – Invisalign and the Inman Aligner – as an alternative way to straighten your teeth. Unlike braces, which are fixed in place, both these aligners are removable at home, so you can take them out to eat and clean.

The Inman Aligner is a single device used to correct adult relapse and protrusion issues with the front teeth. It works incredibly quickly – sometimes in just a matter of weeks – and acts as a retainer after treatment.

Invisalign treatment involves using a series of aligners that you change every fortnight. It can correct a wider range of orthodontic problems.