Six Month Smiles London Bridge
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Six Month Smiles
Straighten Your Teeth In 6 Months.
Six Month Smiles is an innovative orthodontic teeth straightening system for adults who wish to straighten their teeth in just a few months. It uses a system of fixed braces and arch-wire, widely accepted as the most effective way to straighten teeth; however the system uses tooth coloured materials for the braces, making them barely noticeable to others. Six month smiles braces move teeth into alignment in 6 months on average (actual treatment time can vary based on individual circumstances); as a result, it is most suitable for people who wish to straighten their teeth faster as compared traditional orthodontic treatments.
The Six Month Smiles teeth straightening system works in a manner that’s similar to traditional orthodontic fixed braces; it uses a system of braces fixed to the front surface of the teeth and wires that are placed onto the braces; the wires are adjusted by the orthodontist to straighten the teeth over time. However, the key difference is that Six Month Smiles uses tooth-coloured braces and wires, making the materials barely noticeable to others and therefore very discreet. Also, the Six Month Smiles braces and wires are a lot easier for the orthodontist to fit on the teeth compared to traditional orthodontic braces. An impression of your teeth and mouth is sent to the Six Month Smiles lab, which manufactures custom trays specific to your teeth. These custom made trays help the orthodontist to place the braces accurately onto your teeth. The process is therefore much quicker and also cheaper compared to traditional orthodontic braces.
Personalised Experience
At Whites Dental, our experienced orthodontists provide a comfortable and safe way to straighten your teeth, restoring your confidence by giving you a straighter smile. The Six Month Smiles treatment will straighten your front teeth by using tooth coloured components that are barely visible. A combination of new orthodontic materials and the latest technical advances in orthodontics makes this treatment a very effective solution for straightening teeth quickly. Treatment times can vary based on individual circumstances, however, they can be as low as 6 months.
Treatment Stages
Stage 1 – Consultation
During the consultation appointment, our orthodontist will perform a full evaluation of your gums and teeth, and determine the state of your oral health. They will then assess your teeth straightening requirements and suggest the best treatment options and choices available to you. After the initial evaluation, if the orthodontist determines you could benefit from the treatment, they will provide you a view of what the result of the teeth straightening treatment will be.
Stage 2 – Custom-made trays
Once you have thought through the options and agreed to take up treatment, an impression of your upper and lower teeth will be taken. The orthodontist will send these impressions along with pictures of your teeth to the Six month smile lab, where custom-made trays will be built specific to you.
Stage 3 – Fitting
When the braces are returned to us from the lab, the orthodontist will invite you for a fitting appointment, where your custom made trays and wires will be fitted to your teeth. At the end of the appointment, the orthodontist will provide you tips and advice to ensure the treatment is effective and also to maintain your oral health.
Stage 4 –Review appointments
Depending on how complex your treatment is, our orthodontist will schedule review appointments’ with you every 4 to 6 weeks to monitor your progress and for retightening the braces, if required.
Stage 5 – Treatment Completion
On completion of the treatment, the orthodontist will remove the braces from your teeth and explain the retention options available to you. Retainers will need to be worn after treatment to prevent the teeth from sliding back to their original position. Various retainer options are available, including removable and fixed retainers. Fixed retainers can be fixed to the back surface of the teeth, eliminating the need to carry removable retainers with you all the time.
Fees
At Whites Dental, our experienced orthodontists provide Six Month Smiles teeth straightening treatment at a very competitive cost. Our orthodontic treatment costs are noted in the cost table provided below.
| Invisalign Consultation | FREE |
| Orthodontic Consultation | £65 |
| Invisalign | from £1,500 |
| Six Month Smiles | from £1,950 |
| Fast Braces |
from £2,250 |
| Fixed Braces |
from £3,200 |
Exceptional Dental Care
At Whites Dental, we try very hard to provide every patient with exceptional dental care and customer service. We pride ourselves in going the extra mile to exceed the expectation of every single patient.
Our dentists, Dr. Magda and Dr. Xenia are very experienced dentists, with over 20 years of dental experience between the two of them. They go to great lengths to leave you with a happy smile at the end of your treatment with us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What orthodontic conditions can Six Month Smiles address?
The procedure is very effective at correcting misalignment of the front teeth; these are the, teeth that are most visible and are responsible for giving you a perfect smile. It does not address major bite or malocclusion issues.
How long will the treatment take?
As the name suggests, treatment usually lasts around 6 months. However, your individual circumstances will determine the exact length of your treatment plan.
Why is the treatment quicker than traditional orthodontic braces?
Six Month Smiles is very effective at straightening teeth that show when you smile. The focus is on the cosmetic look of the teeth instead of the position of your bite or the posterior teeth at the back of your mouth. If you would prefer to know whats involved in a more corrective orthodontics treatment we would suggest you make an appointment for a free consultation or take a look at preparing for your braces treatment.
More of your Questions Answered
Six Month Smiles – is it comfortable?
Six Month Smiles braces use gentle force to move your teeth. They means you can expect to experience minimal discomfort over the course of the treatment.
How frequently will I need to see the orthodontist?
A patient will generally need to see the orthodontist once a month for adjustments, while the Six Month Smiles braces gently align the teeth.
Will 6 Month Smile braces affect my speech?
Patients using 6 Month Smiles braces usually take only a few days to get used to wearing them. Once you are used to the new braces and the gentle shifting of the teeth position, your speech will feel unaltered.
How can I clean my teeth while wearing Six Month Smiles braces?
Maintaining good oral hygiene while undergoing orthodontic treatment is very important. Six Month Smile treatment is no different. Your brushing technique may need to change slightly to cater for the braces on your teeth. Start with rinsing the mouth with water to dislodge food particles. Then brush at a 45 degree angle on the gum line. Now brush the teeth with the bristles angled downwards and brush on top of each brace. Reposition the brush bristles in order to reach the underside of the braces and wire. Interdental brushes should also be used to reach spaces between the teeth that are difficult to clean with traditional brushes.
Why are Six Month Smiles quicker than traditional orthodontic braces?
Six Month Smiles is designed specifically for patients who wish to straighten the teeth that show when they smile. The emphasis of the treatment is on the cosmetic appearance of the teeth instead of the position of the bite or teeth at the back of the mouth.
Will I need to wear retainers on completion of 6 month smiles?
It is necessary to wear a retained after all orthodontic treatments, including 6 month smiles, in order to prevent the teeth from moving back to their starting positions. Retainers can be removable or permanent. Permanent retainers are bonder to the back of the teeth, removing the hassle of having to carry around removable retainers. The orthodontist will be able to advise what retainer is right for you.
Whites Dental provides Six Month Smiles teeth straightening treatments to patients in Central London, especially around us in London Waterloo and London Bridge. Our experienced orthodontists also provide traditional orthodontic fixed braces, removable braces and Invisalign teeth straightening treatments. We are located in London Waterloo, next to Southwark Tube. We are also an under 10 minutes’ walk from Borough, Southbank, London Bridge and Elephant and Castle stations.