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Orthodontics

Aligning teeth with clear aligners or fixed braces

Crowding and bite problems are corrected with clear aligners or fixed braces; treatment time depends on the case.

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Orthodontics is not only about appearance. A bite that does not meet correctly can affect chewing, gum health and, over time, the jaw joint.

The plan is built from impressions and X-rays. With clear aligners, where each tooth moves and in what order is shown digitally in advance, so you know what to expect throughout.

Clear aligners are the least disruptive option for daily life. For more complex cases fixed braces give a more predictable result; we decide together at the consultation.

Who is it for?

  • Crowded or rotated teeth
  • A bite that does not meet, or difficulty chewing
  • Teeth that shifted back after earlier treatment

How the treatment works

  1. 01

    Examination and X-ray

    Bite, root positions and jaw relationship are assessed.

  2. 02

    Digital simulation

    You are shown where each tooth moves, and in what order.

  3. 03

    Active treatment

    Movement begins with an aligner series or fixed braces.

  4. 04

    Retention

    The result is held with a fixed or removable retainer.

After your treatment

Wearing aligners 20-22 hours a day keeps treatment on schedule. Once it ends, wearing your retainer for as long as your dentist advises is the most important factor in keeping the result.

Frequently asked questions

Am I too old for orthodontics?

No. Teeth can be moved at any age provided the gums and supporting bone are healthy.

How long must I wear aligners each day?

20-22 hours a day. Keeping them in except for eating and brushing is what keeps treatment on schedule.

Will my teeth shift back afterwards?

They can, without retention. A fixed or removable retainer is provided at the end of treatment, and used regularly it holds the result.

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