Welcome to UK Adult Braces
A blog for adults considering or undergoing orthodontic treatment
The orthodontic patients blog
If you are thinking about getting braces, have just started wearing them, have had them for some time or are just interested in orthodontics, this site will be of interest to you. It contains articles on everything from traditional metal braces to the latest lingual braces, Invisalign, invisible braces, clear brackets, retainers, how to get by with braces, the latest advances in orthodontics, new products and services, dental news and exhibitions. There are also links to some great adult braces blogs and video’s, articles written by orthodontists, orthodontic staff and patients, orthodontic academic research and opinion as well as plenty of general information about what it is like to undertake adult orthodontics and how to survive wearing braces.
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What’s on the blog
Wearing braces
Find out what it is really like to have braces as an adult
Information
You will find a large number of posts about braces helping you to make an informed decision about treatment
Interviews
You can get a fascinating insight into the people who work in orthodontics
Braces
Find out about the different types of braces from people who have already undertaken orthodontic treatment
Aligners
Are aligners an alternative to traditional braces, find out more
Bloggers
Read some great posts from other bloggers who have written about their braces experiences
Retainers
Learn about the different types of retainers and what your options might be
News and Research
Articles about orthodontics, services, practices, evidence based orthodontics and treatments
Options and choices
Discover all the options for orthodontic treatment to help you make the right decision
Latest blog posts
Can you help with some orthodontic research?
I am Dr. Aoibheann Wall, an NHS trainee Orthodontist working at a dental hospital in London. As part of my training, I am doing some research into adults who get braces and would be grateful if you could complete my survey.
A coffee with Ariane Sampson
In this interview with Dr. Ariane Sampson (The Dental Sisters), I learn about how her own treatment motivated her to become a specialist orthodontist.
How to look after your brace during Covid-19
Some simple steps you can take to look after your teeth and braces during Covid-19
Braces and Covid-19
How Covid-19 will affect your orthodontic treatment
Safe Brace
The British Orthodontic Society and the Oral Health Foundation have launched a new website ‘SafeBrace’
GDC – Providing Dental Care Remotely
The GDC have issued a statement in relation to direct to consumer orthodontics.
Fixed retainers – a four year review
A four-year review of my fixed retainers. Will I be keeping them?
Retainer appointments
What happens at a retainer check appointment and why do I need to take my retainers with me?
A coffee with Iain Hoeltschi
In this interview, I learn from Iain Hoeltschi about the patient experience at Splash Orthodontics.
How my blog now helps orthodontists
Learn about how my blog became the catalyst for a new career helping orthodontists to better engage with patients and to improve their patient marketing.
A coffee with Orthodontic technician, Oliwia Adamkiewicz
I’m delighted to share this interview with Orthodontic technician, Oliwia Adamkiewicz.
British Orthodontic Conference 2019
The British Orthodontic Conference is in Glasgow 19th – 21st September.
BBC article on adult orthodontics
A great article from the BBC on why more adults are getting their teeth straightened.
BOS response on direct to patient orthodontics
A response from the British Orthodontic Society to Kevin O’Briens post on direct to patient orthodontics.
Direct to patient orthodontics
Should you be concerned about direct to patient orthodontics?
Invisalign 7 million patients
Invisalign have announced they have treated their 7 millionth patient.
Orthodontic Hygiene
A common complication of orthodontics is tooth decay, although this can be prevented by appropriate cleaning and maintenance of the teeth and appliances. In this article, Dr. Bethany Rushworth offers advice on how to look after your teeth during orthodontic treatment.
Is Invisalign ‘SmileView’ a game changer for orthodontics?
Invisalign has announced a new online tool, ‘SmileView’, which enables patients to see what their teeth might look like after finishing treatment.
A coffee with Cleopatra Darwish
I’ve been really looking forward to publishing this interview with the wonderful Cleo and here it is!
Faster orthodontic treatment with piezocision?
Tell me honestly, would you undertake this procedure to finish your orthodontic treatment a few months faster?
A guest post from Ruth
Do you want to discover three instant benefits from getting braces? Check out this great guest blog post from Ruth.