Here at Stretford Road Dental Practice, we offer lots of choice when it comes to getting the perfect smile. We appreciate that feeling good about how the teeth look can transform a person’s confidence. A patient of the dentist in Urmston can go from quiet and self-conscious to brimming with self-confidence and sociability thanks to our abilities to get the smile up to scratch. This is our guide to some of the treatments that can take the smile from so-so to fantastic in a relatively short time.
Teeth whitening
Stained and yellow teeth can really sap the confidence. It can be tempting to opt for teeth whitening treatments that can be purchased online or in shops. However, these have little impact at best and at worst can damage the teeth, eroding the enamel and making them vulnerable to cracks and chips.
The best place to get effective and safe teeth whitening is at the dentist in Urmston. We create trays that are tailor made to fit the teeth of the individual patient exactly. These are given along with a special whitening gel. The gel is applied to the trays which are then worn over the teeth during sleep for several nights.
Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to make the smile look great again. It does not require any surgery and is completely free of any discomfort as well as keeping dental appointments to a minimum, as the whitening is mostly done at home after the initial consultation.
Veneers
The dentist in Urmston can transform the smile using veneers. Veneers are a straightforward way of correcting chips, cracks, staining and gaps to give the patient a true Hollywood smile. In fact, this treatment is a favourite of many an actor and celebrity who needs a dazzling look.
Veneers are composed of wafer-thin shell-like pieces of porcelain. These are positioned over the natural teeth as a kind of cover and give the teeth a whole new uniform and white bright look.
Teeth straightening
Sometimes, people who have crooked, protruding or overcrowded teeth do not get the opportunity to have them straightened when they are teenagers or young people. Fortunately, modern teeth straightening solutions are now available for patients of all ages.
Those patients who have concerns about the whole world knowing they are wearing braces should consider Invisalign. This is a type of braces that is completely invisible. It comes in the form of trays of super soft plastic that are customised to fit the patient exactly. They are worn over the teeth and gently apply pressure that helps to move them into a more desirable position.
Invisalign is not suitable for everyone. Some patients benefit more from having more traditional braces to straighten their teeth. Fortunately, it is possible to have this kind of treatment with a large degree of discretion. Incognito braces are like the braces that most people associate with orthodontic treatment in that they are made up of metal wires and brackets. However, instead of being worn across the front of the teeth, they are situated behind them. This means that although they are not invisible, they are very difficult to spot if people do not know that they are there.