Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening, or moving, teeth to improve their appearance and to work more efficiently. It can also help the long-term health of the teeth, gums, and jaw joints by spreading the biting pressure evenly over all the teeth. Many people have crowded or crooked teeth that can be straightened or moved into a better position through Orthodontic treatment. This not only improves the appearance of the teeth, but also corrects their bite placement and makes them easier to clean.

The most important thing is to have a full examination. This will usually involve looking at your teeth, taking digital scans and making plaster models of your teeth. Your dentist will then discuss what treatment is possible. Once you are sure you want to go ahead, the treatment can begin as soon as you have enough permanent teeth.

Orthodontic treatment can be done by many sorts of appliances, which most people know as ‘braces’. At Parmar Dental we are also pleased to offer Invisalign® Clear braces.

Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces.

Invisalign® uses a series of clear removable aligners (pictured to the left) to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets.

Invisalign® has been proven effective in clinical research and in orthodontic practices throughout America.

You'll visit your orthodontist about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.

Total treatment time averages 9-15 months and the average number of aligners worn during treatment is between 18 and 30, but both will vary from case to case.