Fixed Braces
Our Specialist Orthodontist offers the most technologically advanced braces that are currently available on the market. Whatever your dental concern we will find the brace to suit you.
Apart from our great choice of invisible, hidden and quick braces we also offer a range of fixed braces, which include aesthetically pleasing ceramic braces, self-ligating Damon® system and classic metal braces with colourful bands and brackets to make your brace a fashion statement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fixed braces can treat all orthodontic problems and are suitable for all ages, making them the most versatile type of brace.
At Sparkle we provide several types of fixed braces including Ceramic, Damon and more traditional metal braces.
- Crooked teeth
- Crowded teeth
- Widely spaced or gappy teeth
- Cross bite
- Overbite
- Under bite
- Protruding or ‘goofy’ teeth
- Invisalign®, invisible braces
- Incognito™ braces, behind the teeth
- Damon® braces, self-ligating braces
- Ceramic braces, clear braces
- Braces for Kids
At your first appointment, we will take digital x-rays, photographs of your smile and models of your teeth in preparation for your fixed braces to be fitted.
At your second appointment, we will fit the braces. The treatment uses small brackets which are cemented to your teeth and are connected with a very thin metal wire. Fixed braces move your teeth into position gradually, leaving you with a confident smile.
Our team will see you every 4-6 weeks for approximately 20 minutes to adjust the forces needed to align your teeth and to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
Once your treatment is complete we will provide you with a retainer to ensure your teeth stay in position and you can enjoy your new smile for a lifetime.
- Age: Suitable for all age groups – children, teens and adults
- Comfort: Most patients experience minimal discomfort and speech interference, after just a short adjustment period, you will be able to eat and speak normally
- Economical: More economical than other orthodontic braces
- Reliable: As fixed braces cannot be removed they work full time, making them very effective
- Safe: Use of low forces increase comfort and safety
- Perfection: Allow precision detailing to perfect your smile
Your speech may initially be affected. However, your speech will improve as you become accustomed to your braces.
Fixed braces are fitted on the front surface of your teeth and therefore cannot be removed for cleaning. It is therefore important that you brush well. We provide you with a complimentary orthodontic care kit with special interdental brushes to keep your teeth and brace clean.
Once your braces are fitted, you cannot eat certain foods as you may knock a bracket off your tooth which will mean an extra visit to the orthodontist.
In order to look after your teeth and braces, it is best to avoid:
- Eating toffees, boiled sweets, chewing gum, chocolates
- Fizzy drinks and fruit juices
- Eating hard foods, which may damage the braces such as crunchy apple and crusty bread
Treatment using fixed braces are as individual as you are. That’s why the duration of treatment will differ from one person to the next. Treatment time usually takes 6 – 24 months but will vary according to your individual treatment needs and how complex your case is.
Our Orthodontist will see you every 4- 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned.
In addition, after completing your treatment, our Orthodontist will also see you for a further two complimentary appointments at six monthly intervals, to ensure all is well.
When you come to see us for your first consultation, we will determine the most appropriate braces treatment for you and provide you with a treatment plan and cost.
- Any breakages of the brace, bracket and wires are included.
- All scheduled appointments and aftercare are included in our prices.
- There are no hidden extras.
All of our brace treatments come with a flexible payment plan to suit your needs.
To obtain an estimate for the total cost for your treatment, please call 020 8567 4344 for your consultation or email us.
Alternative treatments: Invisible Braces, Smile Makeovers, Hidden Braces
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