Archwires

by Admin | Apr 5, 2016 | Braces, Wearing braces

During my orthodontic treatment, and when I remembered, I asked to keep the arch wires when they were replaced with new ones.  I was fascinated by how they were working between appointments to move my teeth and now that I have had a chance to look at the collection...

How to make an Essix retainer

by Admin | Apr 4, 2016 | Blogs and videos, Retainers, Wearing braces

Essix retainers seem to be the retainer of choice for many patients (and orthodontists) and this clip shows how one is made.  It seems a simple process that both relies on the accuracy of the impressions taken at the surgery and the skill of the technician making the...

Philips Sonicare Diamond Electric Toothbrush – update

by Admin | Apr 4, 2016 | Wearing braces

Following my previous post about this great electric toothbrush, I contacted the Philips aftercare team to ask about the short battery life.  After taking some basic details from me and verifying my serial number they sent me an email asking me to return the brush to...

What I’m looking forward to after my braces come off

by Admin | Feb 13, 2016 | Wearing braces

In just a few days time, my braces will be coming off so I have been giving some thought as to what I’m looking forward to.  Here is my list. What I’m looking forward to after my braces come off curry, tomato based pasta sauces, salted nuts, crusty bread,...

Do adults wear headgear?

by Admin | Jan 16, 2016 | Blogs and videos, Braces, Wearing braces

I have recently come across an interesting channel on YouTube from a UK based adult brace wearer who has headgear to keep her extraction gaps open whilst her bite is aligned.  I will be asking Danni if she would be willing to write a post for this site to explain a...