A braces blog update from Rachel

A braces blog update from Rachel

by | Dec 2, 2016 | Blogs and videos, Lingual braces

Rachel, who writes the fantastic ‘a nesting nomad’ blog has written another braces update detailing her experience to date and what to expect at an adjustment.  Her blog is predominantly about travel and has some beautifully written articles and some...

Orthodontic anchorage

by | Oct 27, 2016 | Braces, Wearing braces

I attended a very interesting lecture whilst at the British Orthodontic Conference delivered by Dr. Sara Atia on orthodontic anchorage.  The lecture was primarily aimed at orthodontic therapists and nurses and explored the reasons for anchorage and the appliances used...
A braces blog update from Steffanie

A braces blog update from Steffanie

by | Oct 27, 2016 | Blogs and videos, Wearing braces

Steffanie, who writes the great ‘brighter, darling’ blog has posted an update on her adult braces.  She describes the progress she has made over the last 11 months, the transition to elastics and the work that has now started to address her cross-bite. You...

Invisalign – now VAT exempt

by | Oct 17, 2016 | Aligners

Invisalign have today confirmed that following negotiations with HMRC, their aligners have been classified as a medical device and as such, are now exempt from VAT. In his statement, Jamie Morley, General Manager for Invisalign UK and Ireland said ” I believe...

Essix retainers – a six month review

by | Oct 11, 2016 | Retainers, Wearing braces

Following my post on my fixed retainers, I thought I would write an update on how I’m getting on with my Essix retainers. It’s been around six months since my braces were removed and as well as fixed retainers, I also received Essix retainers.  Impressions...