ORTHODONTICS

Clearstep

Clearstep is an exciting new, invisible, easy to wear, comfortable, and above all affordable orthodontic system. Its popularity is growing at an incredible rate as all you have to do is wear a series of clear wafer thin transparent retainers, which gently guide your teeth from their present to the desired position. YES no more train tracks so no one will ever know you are wearing a brace !!

So why is orthodontics so important? Why do I need it?

Never underestimate the power of a nice smile. A nice smile is not only beautiful, it also promotes good health:

  • Teeth that are straight and evenly spaced are easier to keep clean thus reducing the risk of tooth decay.
  • Correctly aligned teeth makes chewing more efficient which helps in proper digestion.
  • A well balanced and even bite also reduces the risks of excessive stress, headaches, and strain on your supporting bone and tissue.

Additional social benefits of a beautiful smile are also important. Lets face it we all love beautiful smiles: Correctly aligned teeth can boost self Confidence and help articulate Clearer speech.

Getting started

Simply make an appointment with Dr Patel at Dental Sense a certified Clearstep practitioner who will assess your teeth and address your concerns.

How long does ClearStep treatment take?

As with traditional braces, treatment times vary depending on the patient and how much movement is required. However, treatment time is generally about the same as traditional braces, between 4 and 18 months. Often patients find that treatment with positioners is faster than treatment with fixed braces.

How often do I need to wear my positioners during treatment?

Positioners should be worn all day, except when eating, brushing and flossing. The closer to 24 hours a day positioners are worn, the better the results of treatment

Will my teeth move again after treatment?

Your dentist will provide retainers to help prevent your teeth from moving again after treatment. A retainer may be a clear, plastic aligner, or may be a permanent retainer attached to the inside surface of your teeth. Your dentist will discuss the options with you at the onset of treatment.

Is orthodontic alignment available on the NHS?

As of April 2006 only children falling into a defined category of treatment need, will be treated on the NHS. This means many children with milder forms of malocclusion but never the less uneven teeth are left untreated. Unfortunately Dental Sense is not funded by government to carry out orthodontic treatment, thus can only offered such treatments privately.  Clearstep can treat the majority of orthodontic cases thus we strongly advise you to consider Clearstep with all its benefits for both you and your family.