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If you're looking to straighten your teeth or improve the overall shape of your smile, braces at Seapoint Clinic are the ideal solution for you. By opting for orthodontic treatment, we can help you look after the long-term health of your teeth, gums and jaw. More often than not, people usually get braces during their teenage years as by doing so, we can actually shorten the length of treatment time due to your body experiencing rapid growth spurts. 

However, advancements made in dental technology and techniques now mean people of just about any age can opt for braces. From conventional fixed braces, six month braces and Invisalign - there's a treatment available for you. But, how do you decide which is best suited to your specific needs? 

Six Month Braces

One of our most popular forms of treatment, Six Month Braces allows you to get the smile you've always wanted in an incredibly short period of time. As Six Month Braces focuses purely on the front teeth, treatment is recommended solely for cosmetic purposes only. This means that if you do require your back teeth or bite altered in any way, you may still need to opt for conventional fixed braces instead which can take longer. The goal of Six Month Braces is to give you a healthy, great and most of all natural looking smile. 

Six Month Braces are available in both see through and traditional metal finish. Our white braces are tooth coloured, making them incredibly discreet and practically invisible unless viewed up closed. 

Invisalign

If you're interested in braces but are perhaps put off having much needed treatment due to the thoughts of metal braces and wiring, then Invisalign is perfect for you! Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign is completely removable and more or less invisible to the naked eye! This means you can eat, drink and even brush your teeth as normal throughout the entirety of your treatment. On average, treatment takes about a year to complete but can go quicker where fewer movements are needed. You can even opt for Invisalign if you've previously worn braces.

Invisalign's remarkable technology uses a series of customised clear aligners, replaced every 2-3 weeks depending on your specific requirements. These aligners then carefully move your teeth into the correct position, it really is that simple!

Fixed Braces

One of the most common types of orthodontic treatment and often referred to as 'train tracks', fixed braces are able to finely tune the position of your teeth. Long gone are the days of bulking looking braces, instead replaced with sleek and sophisticated designs which remain popular with patients of all ages. You can even opt for clear ceramic brackets for a more aesthetically pleasing smile.

Teen Braces

We're all too well aware that teenage years can be an expensive time for parents, which is why we offer a 10% discount for your second child in treatment and 15% for your third child!