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Invisalign Lite – what is it and is it right for you?

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You may or may not know that there are a range of various Invisalign packages that you can choose from if you have decided to improve your smile. In this blog post, we look at Invisalign Lite and give you  information to help you decide if this is the right treatment for you. Let’s get started. What is Invisalign Lite? Invisalign Lite operates in much the same way as the traditional Invisalign teeth aligner system. You’ll find that the difference with the Lite treatment is that it’s designed for less complex cases. These would typically result in a shorter treatment period for you. Note though that it still provides you with the aesthetic and efficient benefits of the full Invisalign system. What Are The Specific Differences Between Invisalign & the Lite option? During your consultation, we’ll assess your specific needs and advise on which type of Invisalign is the best option for you. This will depend on a number of things, but primarily we look at things like whether you have a n

What Invisalign offers are available?

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  If you are currently thinking about getting Invisalign, then you’re probably wondering what Invisalign offers are available? Everybody loves a good deal, and no one likes paying more than they have to. That still holds true within the dental industry, although quality of work is also vital in this area. So with that in mind, let’s run through what kinds of offers tend to be available for Invisalign treatment.   Are some Invisalign offers too good to be true?   In a word – yes! First and foremost, as a highly reputable Invisalign provider that take our work very seriously indeed, we would urge you to be wary of any Invisalign deals you come across that seem to be too good to be true. Usually they are! You need to be careful that you don’t get ripped off – so do your homework and be studious when researching options. The simple fact is that some practices offer Invisalign for prices that are far too good to be true. The prices they advertise just don’t make any sense, so you need to pr

Invisalign at home – Should you consider it?

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  If you’ve already spent some time researching Invisalign at home options, then you probably already know that there’s some various options available. But how good are these options, and should they be trusted? We give you all the information that you need below so you can make an informed decision.   Read on for more information. What does Invisalign at home entail? To be clear, when we talk about Invisalign at home, we are referring to a range of at-home aligner treatments that have appeared on the market that offer so-called ‘DIY Dentistry’ – the option to carry out some or all of the elements of your aligner treatment yourself at home. Whilst these kits might promise great results at a low price – you need to be careful here. There are some distinct advantages and disadvantages to using a home treatment compared to doing it through a dentist. Let’s examine these now. How do at-home-aligners work? At home aligners do work in a similar way to the proper Invisalign treatments you can

Periodontal maintenance – can gum disease be cured?

  In countries like the UK, gum disease affects almost 50% of the population, and it has the potential to significantly impair their quality of life. In fact, over 10% of UK citizens have the most severe type, which is more likely to cause discomfort and possibly tooth loss. Fortunately, during your regular dentist visits where your dentist will clean and check your teeth, he can easily detect early indications of gingivitis. In most instances, gum disease could be cured in its very early stages; however, if it has advanced to periodontitis, it can only be treated and not be cured. The importance of understanding gum disease Gum disease also referred to as periodontal disease, is an infection of the soft tissue of your mouth, such as the gums. It is caused by a kind of bacteria, which we all know as plaque, that has accumulated on the teeth, often as a result of poor dental care. Tartar develops when plaque builds up over time and hardens and the problem is that when it reaches this st

When is emergency tooth extraction needed?

In most cases, emergency tooth extraction is only required when it is absolutely necessary to remove a tooth within 24 to 48 hours. Extreme, debilitating pain, big cracks and massive fractures, and other setups that may jeopardise a patient’s dental health are examples of emergency tooth extraction circumstances. If an emergency dentist is available, the tooth could be saved. The removal of a problematic tooth from its socket in the bone is what is known in medical terms as dental, or tooth extraction. If a tooth is heavily decayed or fractured, your dentist will attempt to repair it with a filling, crown, or other forms of dental therapy, rather than removing the tooth. However, if your dentists discover that there is too much damage to repair the tooth, it may need to be extracted or removed. In the case where a tooth, or area around it is badly infected and all former treatments have proven futile in preserving the tooth, an emergency tooth extraction may be the best option. However