For most patients, the placement of braces takes 1 to 2 hours. The process may seem a little unpleasant, but you don't need to worry about pain. First, our dentist will clean and dry your teeth, then apply a special glue that holds the brackets together. After the orthodontic treatment is finished, the orthodontist will remove the orthodontic appliances from the teeth, one by one, with a special instrument.
Once your orthodontist has removed all of the brackets, they will professionally clean your teeth to remove plaque and tartar deposits that can cause gum inflammation. Finally, your orthodontist will polish your teeth to improve their aesthetics and minimize the chances of plaque and tartar deposits accumulating in the future. Therefore, your appointment to remove your braces can take between one and two hours. Orthodontic treatment is available in the NHS for young people under 18 at no cost, if a dentist feels they need it. Adjustment appointments usually last 1 to 2 hours.
The orthodontist will first clean and dry the teeth, before applying a gel adhesive to fix the brackets to the front surfaces of the teeth. Wire arches will then be placed across the supports and elastic bands will be used to hold everything in place. Some orthodontists work with orthodontic therapists who can adjust orthodontic appliances under the supervision of the orthodontist. Getting braces fitted by a UK orthodontist is a relatively straightforward process that typically takes between one and two hours. During this time, your dentist or orthodontist will clean and dry your teeth before applying a special glue that holds the brackets together.
After this is done, they will remove any orthodontic appliances from your teeth one by one with a special instrument. Once all of the brackets have been removed, your orthodontist will professionally clean your teeth to get rid of any plaque or tartar deposits that could cause gum inflammation. They will then polish your teeth to improve their aesthetics and reduce the chances of plaque or tartar deposits forming in the future. Orthodontic treatment is available on the NHS for young people under 18 at no cost if a dentist feels they need it. During adjustment appointments, which usually last 1-2 hours, your orthodontist will clean and dry your teeth before applying a gel adhesive to fix the brackets to the front surfaces of your teeth. Wire arches are then placed across supports and elastic bands are used to hold everything in place. In some cases, an orthodontic therapist may be used to adjust orthodontic appliances under the supervision of an orthodontist.
This ensures that you get the best possible care when getting braces fitted. Overall, getting braces fitted by a UK orthodontist is a relatively straightforward process that typically takes between one and two hours. During this time, you can rest assured that you are in safe hands as our experienced dentists and orthodontists are dedicated to providing you with quality care.
