Clear Braces W1 are a fantastic option if you want an effective yet discreet way of straightening your smile. Here at Harley Street Dental Clinic, our dentists are very experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to providing this treatment, and will do everything they can to help give you the smile you have been hoping for.
What are clear braces and why would I need them?
This treatment is aimed at our patients who are struggling with a range of imperfections. Whether you have gappy Teeth, crooked teeth, crowded teeth or an overbite, our clear braces W1 can help. They work in the same way to traditional fixed braces with the use of brackets and a wire, but instead of using coloured brackets, they are clear. This means that they are less visible to others, which our patients have really loved.
The process
To start off, we will firstly invite you to our practice for a consultation appointment. This is crucial as it allows us to get to know you and your needs. We will also examine your teeth and take scans such as x-rays to get a clear image of your smile. They will also be used by us to carefully plan your result.
To begin the clear braces W1 application procedure, we will firstly apply dental cement to the front of each tooth and attach the brackets, one on each tooth. After this, we will attach the wire, which is the part that provides the tension to move your teeth into their new, straighter position. And that’s it! Once this is done, your teeth have started their straightening journey.
During your time with the braces on, you will visit us every month or 2 so that we can make any needed adjustments to further straighten your smile. This also gives us an opportunity to have a chat with you and make sure you’re happy with everything.
After the treatment is over and we have taken your braces off, we will highly recommend that you use a retainer. This is a dental appliance that you will wear at night, and it will stop your teeth from shifting back to their original position. Your teeth will naturally try and move back, no matter what teeth straightening treatment you get, so it’s really beneficial to use a retainer.
Advantages
Fixed appliance
The first advantage that you can enjoy when you have these braces is that they are fixed to your teeth. This is useful as it means that you won’t have to remove them every time you eat or drink. Using a fixed appliance can also help to deliver better results than some other options out there.
Less visible to others
One of the most obvious advantages about this treatment is that the braces are a lot less visible than some other types. You can enjoy the effectiveness of fixed braces, but still maintain a more natural look throughout due to the clear brackets. This is great if you have a social lifestyle and/or professional career and don’t want to draw unwanted attention to your teeth.
