An orthodontist can benefit patients of all ages. Harley Street Dental Clinic offers a wide selection of orthodontic treatments, and is firmly of the belief that you are never too old to benefit from the services of an orthodontist.
Traditionally, treatment from an orthodontist is associated with teenagers. However, whenever possible it is best to check for early signs of orthodontic issues in children between the age of seven and nine. This is one of the many reasons that it is important to bring your child to the dentist from an early age, because the earlier any potential orthodontic problems are spotted, the easier they tend to be to treat.
However, at Harley Street Dental Clinic we also offer a full range of orthodontic services for adults. Whether you didn’t have the chance to get treatment from an orthodontist as a child or teenager, or you had treatment but experienced adult relapse, the skilled orthodontic team at Harley Street Dental clinic can help.
What a Harley Street orthodontist can do for adults
When you come into our Harley Street clinic for a consultation with an orthodontist, they will conduct a thorough clinical examination to determine the best course of treatment for your individual needs.
This could involve using a discreet fixed brace, or a clear, removable aligner. Your Harley Street orthodontist will talk you through the pros and cons of all relevant treatment options, so that you can make an educated choice.
Options include:
Invisalign
This popular system of clear, removable aligners has minimal impact on your lifestyle whilst also being able to treat a wide range of conditions. Your clinician will prescribe a series of aligners (the exact number varies from patient to patient) which you change fortnightly as your teeth start to move.
Lingual braces
These braces are made from metal, but no-one will notice them because your orthodontist affixes them to the rear surfaces of the teeth. They can treat a wide range of conditions, and are made from gold alloy, so are great for nickel allergy sufferers.
Whatever your treatment requirements, your clinician will create a fully customised treatment plan.