Are you aware that orthodontic treatment could help to improve your oral health? There is a common misconception that orthodontic treatment only provides cosmetic improvements when in fact the oral health benefits can be very worthwhile. Not only will you end up with a beautifully straight smile, but also one that is healthier, and that’s surely worth considering.

Straighter Teeth Are Healthier Teeth

If your teeth are quite crooked or are overcrowded then you probably find it difficult to brush and floss properly. No matter how hard you try it can be very tricky to reach into all the nooks and crannies in your mouth, and near impossible to thread floss in between crowded teeth. The end result is an increased risk of tooth decay, as it’s essential to clean the contact areas between each tooth every day. These contact areas can easily trap food particles and plaque bacteria, increasing the risk of cavities.

In contrast, if your teeth are nicely spaced and are straight then you’ll find it much easier to brush thoroughly, and flossing will be a cinch. Your teeth will be healthier, and may even appear a little brighter as all the excess food and plaque will have been removed.

Enjoy Better Gum Health

Just as importantly having straighter teeth will improve the health of your gums. Gum disease can often begin developing in the contact areas in between your teeth, and one of the earliest signs that it might be developing is noticing your gums bleed when you try to floss. Healthy gums should be strong and should fit snugly around the teeth, and good gum health is relatively easy to achieve when your teeth are straighter.

Orthodontic Treatment Ensures Your Teeth Meet Together Properly

Wearing a brace means that your teeth will meet together properly at the end of treatment. This is extremely important for your oral health, as it will help reduce the wear and tear on your teeth. Teeth that are in malocclusion or which don’t meet together properly can wear unevenly, something that can lead to a significant amount of tooth structure being worn away. If this occurs then the teeth will need crowning to restore them to normal function. In addition malocclusion can sometimes place stress on the muscles and joints responsible for moving your jaw.

If you’ve been thinking about to see orthodontist in Kent, then why not schedule a free consultation at Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre? You can call us on 01474 537191 or if you’d prefer you can email us at info@parrockstreetdental.co.uk to learn how could improve your dental health.

Have you always yearned for straighter teeth but hate the thought of wearing a mouth full of metal? If so you might be the perfect candidate for invisible braces. These braces are perfect for adults who didn’t have orthodontic treatment as children and who now feel self-conscious about their smile. Today’s orthodontic treatment is fast and effective and most importantly is very discreet. Our dental surgery offers a wide range of orthodontic options so you can be sure you’ll get the system that’s right for you.

Removable Braces

Removable braces, particularly Invisalign, are extremely popular and can be used to treat a wide variety of orthodontic problems. These include gaps in between teeth, overcrowded teeth and minor problems with occlusion or the way the teeth meet together, to more serious occlusal problems such as having an underbite or overbite. This system is affordable and most people will complete treatment within a year or so.

Learn How They Work

The braces or aligners are made from a clear plastic and look a little like a mouth guard. They will have been custom-designed to gently move your teeth into their new positions. Each set of aligners is replaced every two weeks by a new set to continue the treatment.When you first begin wearing your aligners you may experience some temporary discomfort but this should quickly pass as your teeth become accustomed to them.

They need to be worn for approximately 22 hours each day, but can be removed whenever you eat or drink something. One of the major advantages of this system is that it enables patients who have been fitted with braces in Kent, to maintain excellent oral health throughout the course of the treatment. Teeth can be brushed and flossed as normal, and the clear plastic aligners simply need to be gently brushed and washed every time you remove them. When they are in place they are virtually undetectable and are ideal for anyone whose job involves meeting the public or clients, or anyone who feels very self-conscious about having orthodontic treatment.The final result should be beautifully straight and healthy teeth.

If you’d like to know more about Invisalign or any of our other orthodontic treatments then you can find lots more information on our website at www.kentcosmeticdentists.co.uk.  or you can call us on 01474 537191 to schedule a free consultation. Our dental team are more than happy to answer any questions you may have regarding orthodontic treatment.

If you want to find out more about different methods used for straightening teeth in Kent then you should consider visiting the award-winning Parrock Street Dental & Implant Centre in Gravesend. Although he is not an orthodontist, dentist Dr Rik Trivedi and the team at Parrock Street Dental & Implant Centre are trained and qualified to deliver a number of modern orthodontic solutions.

Depending on your teeth, your lifestyle and your budget there are a number of tooth straightening options available. One option is Invisalign, which consists of clear plastic trays that snap over the teeth and are worn throughout the day and at night. They are removable so you can take them out when you eat or drink. You are given a set of aligners that you wear for two weeks at a time before advancing to the next one. Over time, each aligner gently guides the teeth into a straighter position. Treatment time varies according to how much the teeth need to be moved, but on average it can take around 8-12 months.

Another orthodontic solution that we offer at Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre is Six Month Smiles. This system uses clear brackets which are bonded to the teeth and then a tooth coloured wire clips into them and helps to guide the teeth into the ideal position. Treatment time is around the 6 month mark although some patients may require a bit more time for the best cosmetic result.

As the recent overall winner of the Dartford & Gravesham business awards 2012 recognising excellence in customer service, organisation and standards, our practice is proud to offer a wide variety of dental treatments to our patients. After treatment is completed, our patients are impressed with their new smiles and find they have more confidence in social situations. They also get more compliments! To have a look at how teeth can be straightened with modern orthodontics, you can visit our smile gallery on our website.

For orthodontics in Kent you need not look further than Parrock Street, where we work relentlessly to provide you the highest quality cosmetic dentistry treatments. To deliver you what we promise, we have the best and experienced dentists the industry has to offer. So, why not make an appointment to visit us today? Call us on 01474 537191. You will also find more information about our practice on our website: www.kentcosmeticdentists.co.uk

Dental veneers can help you obtain that bright white and sizzling smile you have been looking for. Dental veneers are porcelain or composite shells that fit over your natural teeth. They are painted in the same colour of your teeth, or a whiter shade of that colour to give your mouth a whiter and brighter smile. These coverings can be used to correct a number of cosmetic problems with your teeth, including lost teeth, broken teeth, chipped teeth and discoloured teeth. Today’s dental methods have allowed veneers to look and feel better than ever before.

Like all forms of cosmetic treatments, dental veneers have both positives and negatives. It is important for all patients to carefully consider their options before they choose to get dental veneers. Some of the advantages of veneers are that they are almost impossible to see from outside of the mouth and that they can be individually shaped to fit your specific teeth. This means that veneers will look completely natural. These tooth coverings are also a great substitute for crowns or caps, which require the dentist to remove some of your tooth’s natural structure. This is not the case with veneers. None of your tooth structure will have to be altered to apply veneers.

Orthodontic treatment is another option available to patients who wish to have their teeth look straighter and more aligned. Using modern techniques, teeth can be straightened and moved into place in a discreet manner with invisible orthodontics such as Invisalign or clear brackets and tooth coloured wires by Six Month Smiles. Although treatment takes longer than veneers, orthodontics can now be done in a matter of months, depending on the severity of the misalignment. Before deciding on any cosmetic dentistry treatment, it is important to have a full oral health assessment so your suitability for certain types of treatment can be determined.

If you have questions about porcelain veneers in Kent, you should consult with Dr Rik Trivedi of Parrock Street Dental and Implant Centre. Dr Trivedi and his staff can answer all of your cosmetic dentistry questions. The Centre can be reached through its physical address, which is 189-191 Parrock Street, in Gravesend, Kent DA12 1EN, through their website at www.kentcosmeticdentists.co.uk or by telephone at 01474 537191.