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How braces work?

by Orthodontic Gallery on Invisalign, Adult Orthodontics and Cosmetic Braces Braces are actually a pretty impressive invention. They gradually and safely move teeth, improving common complaints such as crooked teeth, crowded teeth, or gaps in between teeth, along with serious bit problems, to get a healthier, more attractive smile. If you're looking at getting braces you might be wondering... Read more »

4 Tips to Keep Invisalign Aligners Clean

by Orthodontic Gallery on Invisalign, Adult Orthodontics and Keeping Braces Clean. Learning to keep Invisalign aligners clean and how to properly wear your aligners is essential to keeping them looking and feeling as new as possible and working efficiently. You've likely chosen Invisalign because of their discreetness. But, letting them get dirty can reduce their... Read more »

COVID-19 November Lockdown Update

The Orthodontic Gallery remains open.  This weekend the Government announced a second national lockdown to begin on Thursday 5th November. The Orthodontic Gallery will remain open throughout the month long lockdown. Sara Hurley, Chief Dental Officer has confirmed that dentists and dentistry will remain open during the four week lockdown. It is both safe and…

How to survive brace pain

by Orthodontic Gallery on Fixed Braces,  Orthodontics and Brace Pain Use Pain Medication To Ease The Initial Ache Braces apply gentle, but constant force onto your teeth and surrounding ligaments and tissues, which is why the initial ache after a bond up is the worst that you'll feel. Brace pain can feel bruised, sore and... Read more »

Patient Coordinators at Orthodontic Gallery

by Orthodontic Gallery  on Orthodontics, Invisalign and Damon Braces   At Orthodontic Gallery, we believe in giving our patients the best service possible and that’s why for throughout your treatment, you will have a dedicated patient coordinator (PCO’s) to look after you for every step of the journey. A Patient coordinator is a very experienced team member that... Read more »

The difference between a dentist and an orthodontist

What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist? by Orthodontic Gallery  on Orthodontics You'll be forgiven for thinking there isn't very much difference between a dentist and an orthodontist.  However, not only do they provide different treatments, but they also have different qualifications. What is an orthodontist? Orthodontics is a specialised branch of dentistry... Read more »

Orthodontics vs Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry vs orthodontics by Orthodontic Gallery on Cosmetic dentistry, Orthodontics If you’re looking to improve your smile you’ll quickly find that there is no shortage of solutions. You can achieve a brighter smile with the help of professional teeth whitening, replace missing teeth with dental implants, and remodel misshapen teeth with the help of tooth reshaping and…

how to look after braces and retainers

by Orthodontic Gallery on in Braces and Retainers When your brace is fitted, your Orthodontic clinician will explain to you exactly how to look after it. It’s important that you regularly clean your teeth and your braces, to keep them working efficiently, to prevent breakages and to keep your teeth healthy. If you’ve got any... Read more »

How good are at home braces?

The difference between at-home and in-practice teeth straightening by Orthodontic Gallery on in Braces, Invisible braces, Orthodontics Over the past couple of years, multiple at-home teeth-straightening kits have come to market and are being promoted across all social media platforms and national TV as a new solution to straighten teeth. As experts in teeth straightening, we’ve been... Read more »

Invisalign®Virtual Care

What is Invisalign® Virtual Care? You're already transforming your smile with the most advanced clear aligner system in the world! Now get more out of your Invisalign treatment with the only app that keeps you informed, inspired and supported! Invisalign Virtual Care has just taken Invisalign treatment tracking to the next level! The 'My Invisalign' mobile phone app... Read more »