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Advice for Clear Aligners and Covid-19 0

Covid-19 | Clear Aligner Advice | Northenden House Orthodontics

Looking for advice and guidance on how to continue your clear aligner treatment through the Covid-19 pandemic?

No need to worry, because we’ve got you covered. 

Here’s everything you need to know about your Invisalign treatment from start to finish so you can have some peace of mind during lockdown.

How to Look After your Braces during Lockdown 0

Brace Care | Tips During Lockdown | Northenden House Orthodontics

As many of you know, our practice is currently closed due to the government led lockdown for Coronavirus. 

However, we are still available for support and guidance for ongoing treatment or emergency orthodontic issues over the phone on 0161 998 2622.

Since our patients are no longer able to come for routine care, we’ve collated some useful tips in the meantime to support you during self-isolation.

Do I have to Wear Invisalign at Night? 0

Invisalign | Wearing Invisalign at Night | Manchester Orthodontics

Before we begin, we want to talk about what exactly Invisalign is.

So Invisalign is a type of orthodontic treatment that uses clear aligners, or clear plastic trays, to adjust teeth position and sometimes minor jaw discrepancies.

Do I need to wear my Invisalign while I sleep?

The answer to this question is yes. 

Is it Okay to Eat Chocolate when Wearing Braces? 0

Eating Chocolate when Wearing Braces | Nothenden House Orthodontics

Orthodontic braces are appliances used to straighten teeth, correct alignment and help position a person's bite, while also aiming to improve dental health.

There are many different kinds of orthodontic appliances used at Northenden House including metal, ceramic and lingual braces, and also Invisalign aligners. 

Can braces break?

Yes, but only rarely. 

What is Malocclusion of the Teeth? 0

Malocclusion | Manchester Orthodontics

As an orthodontic practice we deal with all kinds of cases walking through our doors. With expert and fully trained consultant orthodontists, our patients leave with the smile of their dreams. A common case we see a lot is malocclusion, but what exactly is this?

A malocclusion is a misalignment or incorrect relation between the two dental arches when biting down.

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