Whilst braces remain, in a lot of situations, the best way to straighten your teeth, at Dublin 18 Dental Rooms we appreciate that the concept of an obvious fixed metal appliance can be off-putting to many adult patients, to say the least.

In fact, the thought of wearing metal braces for months or even years can be enough to put adults off orthodontic treatment all together. This doesn’t just mean having to live with a crooked or misaligned smile that you feel embarrassed about; it also means that you will miss out on the health benefits of teeth straightening treatment. That’s why, at our Dublin dental clinic, we are proud to offer a number of more discreet orthodontic solutions.

When you straighten your teeth, you make them easier to clean. As long as you employ good dental hygiene techniques at home and visit your Dublin dentist and hygienist as often as advised, straightening your teeth can reduce your risk of gum disease and tooth decay.

Dublin braces and aligners

Dublin 18 Dental Rooms offers discreet tooth straightening treatment using both fixed braces and removable aligners. When you come in for a consultation, your dentist will help you to decide which is the best option to suit your needs. This will depend on various factors, including your clinical situation and your personal preference.

Depending on your requirements, your Dublin dentist could recommend:

Six Month Smiles

Six Month Smiles are cosmetic braces that comprise clear ceramic brackets and tooth-coloured nickel-titanium wires. They are designed for rapid, primarily aesthetic correction of crooked, crowded, or mildly misaligned front teeth – those teeth that show when you smile.

It is this focus on the social six teeth that enables them to work so quickly, and they are more comfortable than traditional braces, too.

Invisalign

A popular alternative to fixed braces at our Dublin dental clinic is Invisalign, a system of clear, removable aligners. They fit comfortably over your teeth and gently guide them into a better position, without anybody noticing them in daily life.

Treatment takes place in fortnightly increments, and you will need to wear a retainer when it is complete.