How to Straighten Teeth to Get a Perfectly Straight Smile

How to Straighten Teeth to Get a Perfectly Straight Smile

It’s not uncommon for adults in the UK to feel dissatisfied with their smile. Even those who wore braces as a teen can see their teeth reverse in position over time, leaving them with a crooked or imperfect smile as an adult.  

Fortunately, adult orthodontics has come a long way over the last decade and there are now multiple cosmetic teeth straightening options that can straighten teeth quickly and effectively.  

In this guide on how to straighten teeth, The Park Practice dental team has broken down some of the most popular options for teeth straightening to give our patients a better understanding of cosmetic teeth straightening.  

Traditional Dental Braces  

Traditional metal teeth braces are most likely the first thing your mind jumps to when discussing how to straighten teeth. You may have worn these braces as a teenager, or perhaps your own children have been prescribed traditional teeth braces.  

They’re very common in adolescents and are effective in moving teeth into their desired position. They are also free on the NHS for those under 18.  

However, as an adult, traditional metal braces can be an unattractive proposition. This is due to the fact that they are noticeable, unsightly, and tend to be uncommon in adults. Many adults state that would feel self-conscious wearing traditional teeth braces and that it would cause too much of an impact on their professional life.  

Of course, this isn’t to say that adults should completely disregard metal dental braces. For some, they may be the most suitable option.  

At The Park Practice, we offer clear adult braces which work in a similar way to traditional braces but are far less noticeable. The benefits of clear adult braces are: 

• Effective at straightening teeth 

• Cost-effective 

• Are made to appear less notable through the use of clear brackets  

• Treatment times can be relatively short depending on your circumstances 

Clear Aligners  

Clear aligners are one of the best orthodontic alternatives to traditional braces. A clear teeth aligner works best for patients who only require a mild to moderate realignment, so if your teeth are severely squint or crooked, aligners may not be a viable option for you.  

The popularity of clear aligners has exploded over recent years due to their many benefits, which include: 

• Discreet and virtually invisible in the mouth 

• Fully removeable  

• Highly effective 

• Comfortable to wear  

• Laugh, speak and smile as normal with your clear teeth aligner 

With the popularity of clear teeth aligners has come a number of leading aligner brands and manufacturers. Some of the most well-known teeth straightening treatment brands on the dental market today are: 

• Clear Aligner™ 

• Clear Correct  

• Smile Direct Club 

At The Park Practice in Glasgow, we offer high-quality Clear Aligner braces as we believe it’s the best aligner treatment on the market today.  

Quick Teeth Straightening Treatment from Clear Aligner™ 

Clear braces from Clear Aligner are exactly what they say on the tin: Practically invisible, highly discreet clear aligners that straighten smiles quickly and efficiently.  

Clear Aligner has created a sleek, comfortable aligner that is made individually for each patient mouth. They are fully removable, so there’s no need to worry about harming your teeth or aligners during meal times, brushing or flossing.  

By simply following the recommended treatment plan your Park Practice teeth straightening dentist will lay out for you, clear braces from Clear Aligner will leave you with a perfectly straight smile in next to no time.   

How Do Clear Aligner Braces Work? 

Clear Aligner treatment is simple, quick and effective. 

To begin with, you will need to come into our Glasgow dental practice to have an initial consultation. This will give you a chance to ask any outstanding questions and learn more about the quick teeth straightening treatment offered by Clear Aligner.  

After the consultation, your Glasgow dentist will take impressions of your teeth so that your brand-new clear teeth aligners can be made to fit exactly to your mouth. From here on out, almost all of your Clear Aligner treatment will be done from the comfort of your own home.   

Once your dentist provides you with your first set of clear braces you will be asked to try them for comfort and fit. If all is well, you’ll be given detailed instructions on how long to wear them for and when to progress on to the next set of teeth aligners.  

The aligners work by slowly moving your teeth into a straighter, more desirable position. Once one aligner has done its job, you’ll move on to the next, until eventually you are left with a beautiful straight smile that will last for years to come. The number of clear braces you go through will depend on your chosen treatment plan and the starting position of your teeth.   

You will be asked to come back into the practice roughly every 4-6 weeks so that your dentist can check on your progress and provide you with your next set of aligners  

Overall, Clear Aligner braces give power back to the patient and allow for an easy and convenient treatment plan. If you’re seeking an answer on how to straighten teeth, Clear Aligners is the perfect solution for you.  

What About Retainers?  

Retainers are an effective way to ensure teeth stay in their desired position after teeth straightening treatment has been completed. All too often we see patients dedicate time, effort and cost towards straightening their teeth only for them to fall back into misalignment due to not wearing retainers.  

In essence, braces and teeth aligners move the teeth, but retainers keep them in place. 

So, how long do retainers need to be used after teeth straightening treatment? 

Most dental experts recommend wearing a retainer full-time for the first 4-6 months after your course of teeth straightening treatment has finished, and then at night for a lifetime to ensure your teeth never revert back into position. Although this might feel like a big commitment, which it is, it’s 100% worth it to ensure you have a perfectly straight smile that remains in place for the rest of your adult life.  

Find Out More About Teeth Straightening Treatment In Glasgow 

If you’re interested in straightening your teeth and improving the look and health of your smile, then please feel free to contact The Park Practice dental clinic on 0141 334 1211.   

You can also leave an online enquiry and one of our team will get right back to you.  

We look forward to hearing from you soon and helping you achieve the perfectly straight smile you’ve always dreamed of.