There is a lot more to the perfect smile than straight teeth. Many orthodontic problems involve the growth patterns of the face or can indeed be more complex than initially anticipated. In the UK, all dentists are permitted to provide orthodontics, and can even call themselves ‘orthodontists’. In contrast, ‘Specialist Orthodontists’ having first qualified as dentists then undertake three years of extra full-time training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics which is required to be registered as a ‘Specialist’ with the General Dental Council.

Straightening teeth and creating great smiles is what Specialist Orthodontists do, all day. They treat hundreds of patients a year, drawing on tried-and-true and new orthodontic appliance technologies to get patients to the best results. Orthodontists have knowledge of the full range of orthodontic appliance “tools” – including braces, clear aligners and other orthodontic devices.

They know what to use and when because they work with these tools every day. Orthodontists build on their knowledge of orthodontics through on-going continuing education in orthodontic technology and practice.

That’s why our expertise will make you smile.