Author: Aura Dental
Looking after your braces in St John’s Wood
Bad breath, cavities and gum disease are some of the conditions that may affect your oral health if you fail to take good care of your teeth and gums. That’s why we are encouraged to establish a thorough oral care routine from an early age.
Brushing and flossing our teeth is as important (if not more) when we are undergoing treatment for teeth straightening with braces in St John’s Wood. If you are not sure how to take proper care of your braces (whether fixed or removable), our experienced dentists at Aura Dental can help by giving you tips and advice and showing you the proper brushing and flossing techniques. This will help you reduce the amount of plaque that builds on your teeth and braces.
Brushing and flossing
As we’ve already mentioned, brushing and flossing are really important, especially when you are wearing braces in St John’s Wood. If you are planning removable braces or aligners such as Invisalign, then we have good news. You can continue brushing and flossing your teeth as you normally would – there’s no need to change your daily routine. If your braces are fixed (i.e. clear braces, Damon braces), then you should invest in a good quality toothbrush with soft bristles and clean your teeth thoroughly around the brackets to ensure that all food remains are gone. Your dentist may also recommend an interdental brush that’s specifically made for braces.
Foods to avoid
If you are wearing removable braces or Invisalign, you are lucky – you don’t have to change your diet. You can keep eating your favourite foods as long as you remove your braces or aligners before each meal. Patients with fixed braces should be more careful because some foods spell trouble for braces. Hard, chewy and sticky foods can damage your brackets and jeopardise your treatment. Crunchy fruit and vegetables are also dangerous for your braces, but you can consume them safely if you cut them in small pieces. Last but not least, it’s really important to avoid chewing on ice cubes or eating corn on the cob or meat on the bone.
Getting replacement teeth
Replacing your natural teeth can conjure up different feelings, from sadness and embarrassment, to annoyance and disappointment. It’s not easy when this happens and can affect self-confidence. However, there’s options available to replace missing teeth and get your confidence back. Whereas many people turn to dentures, dental implants in St. John’s Wood may also be an excellent option available for you.
Dental implants explained
An implant is a small screw that is fitted into your jawbone to attach an artificial tooth. This can be tailor-made to your individual jaw. An artificial tooth can then be securely attached to the implant, providing a far superior way of replacing missing teeth.
Why choose us
Aura Dental offers quality dental implants in St. John’s Wood in a modern clinic with highly trained and experienced dental staff. Our ambition is to provide effective results for our patients, creating long-term relationships built on trust, integrity and respect. We understand that patients need to have a dentist they can turn to and feel confident in, as well as who can make them feel reassured. It’s our job to provide this to you in every aspect of treatment and at every appointment.
The process of getting implants
From the beginning to the end, getting dental implants in St. John’s Wood consists of several steps. This starts from an initial assessment to see if you need any treatment first to prepare your jaw and teeth for implants. Once your teeth are the healthiest they can be, our dentist can start to prepare your implants. Before they’re inserted, you’ll be given anaesthetic to numb the part of your mouth. The implants are then inserted and need a few months for the gums to heal and the implants to integrate with the jawbone.
After this time, the artificial tooth can then be fitted. You’ll be asked to attend an appointment for the dentist to arrange for a crown or bridge to be designed to fit your mouth and your teeth.
Get in touch today
We are here to answer all of your questions about getting dental implants in St. John’s Wood. It’s simple. Either give us a call or pay us a visit to find out more.
How to straighten your teeth with Invisalign in St John’s Wood?
While the image of a braceface is one we tend to think of during our teenage years, crooked teeth affect more adults than you probably realise, and everyday more and more adults are seeking solutions for their teeth. Many adults feel that the look of traditional metal braces can take away from their maturity in professional, social or romantic settings.
So what other options are there for adults seeking to straighten up their teeth and achieve their dream smile? Luckily, with all the advancements in dental technology, adults hoping to realign their teeth can use Invisalign. In St John’s Wood, our team here at Aura Dental has helped many adults achieve their dream smile using Invisalign.
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign in St John’s Wood has become a popular dental treatment that aligns teeth using transparent custom fit aligners that can be taken out during meals and brushing. The aligners should be worn at all times of the day except when eating and cleaning teeth. At Aura Dental, we use a 3D computer imaging technology, ClinCheck, to map out the movement of teeth to achieve a perfect smile.
What does the treatment look like?
You will wear your clear aligners all day every day except meals and brushing for 7 to 10 days before replacing with your next set. You should visit the dentist to check on the movement of your teeth every 6 to 8 weeks, and the average treatment lasts 9 to 12 months. But when planning to get Invisalign in St John’s Wood, you should discuss your treatment and time frame with your dentist.
Is Invisalign just for adults?
Invisalign is not only for adults. At Aura Dental, we offer 4 types of Invisalign in St John’s Wood: Express, Lite, Comprehensive and First. Invisalign First is designed for ages 6 to 10, which helps develop jaws to make room for existing or incoming teeth. Express, Lite, and Comprehensive are all suitable for adults and teenagers. Express is for slight movement, typically only 7 aligners, and Lite is around 14 sets of aligners. Comprehensive is for a more in-depth orthodontic work lasting 6 to 12 months.