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8 June 2020
Braces Explained
More often than not, people tend to opt for orthodontic treatment during their teenage years, specifically the ages between 11-16. The reason being is that by this age, the vast majority of people will have most of their permanent teeth. It's also much easier to detect potential future issues such as spacing, gaps and crooked teeth at this age.
However, that's not to say you can't have braces long after your teenage years. From 11-70, we've had patients of all ages opt for braces here at Seapoint and there's a wide range of options available to you!
Six Month Braces
Our Six Month Braces technique uses the latest dental technology and combines it with trusted techniques to move your teeth safely, efficiently and safely. As Six Month Braces focuses solely on your front teeth, it makes treatment quicker as results are purely for cosmetic purposes. If you do require your bite altered, you may need to opt for Invisalign or conventional braces.
Imagine being able to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing! It is now possible to wear braces and nobody will know. With our most popular choice for tooth straightening, you can straighten teeth discreetly and expect to have the results you want in 6 months or less!
Seapoint Clinic, Blackrock
Orthodontics
Invisalign
Invisalign is among our most popular forms of treatment here at Seapoint Clinic. We often find that people are put off seeking orthodontic/braces treatment at the thought of bulky braces. However, those days are long gone and with Invisalign most people won't even notice you're wearing them! Invisalign involves wearing a set of customized clear aligners. They allow you to brush as normal and to eat whatever you want during treatment. The average treatment time for this is about a year but can be faster where fewer movements are needed. It also works great for people who have previously worn braces as children and had some orthodontic relapse where the teeth drift back. With these clear aligners you can move the teeth back without anyone knowing. Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that are custom-molded to fit you. The virtually invisible aligners gradually reposition your teeth into a smile you’ll be proud of.
Fixed Braces
These are the most common type of orthodontic braces. They are often known as ‘train tracks’. The advantages are that they are able to fine-tune the position of the teeth reliably and with modern sophisticated designs they are smaller and relatively fast acting to reduce treatment time. This will enable you to achieve that great smile in a shorter space of time. You can opt for clear ceramic brackets for a more aesthetically pleasing smile.