Cassidy and McCreesh Orthodontic Specialist  
       

FURTHER INFORMATION

WHAT IS ORTHODONTICS?

Orthodontics is a specialised branch of dentistry concerned with the treatment and improvement of crooked/crowded teeth and bite abnormalities. Its aim is to provide an attractive smile and a comfortable bite.

Braces are used to correct the position of teeth. These may be removable or fixed onto the teeth. Fixed appliances are the most commonly used braces today, because they allow accurate positioning of the teeth.

 

About Cassidy & McCreesh
Orthodontic Practice

Cassidy & McCreesh Orthodontic Practice offer a wide range of treatments but at all times are patient-focused to keep you informed and offer the best possible service.

TREATMENTS

Fixed
The braces are securely fixed onto the teeth and cannot be removed by the patient. There are various systems available ranging from the standard metal brackets to clear or aesthetic brackets.  We also use the latest low-friction systems such as Smart Clip and In-Ovation R, which reduce treatment time.

Functional
Again these are removable appliances which are used to help reduce prominent upper front teeth in someone who is still growing.

Invisible
Modern braces are far less noticeable than in the past and wearing a brace as an adult has become normal and acceptable. We are able to provide various alternatives to the standard metal braces, such as clear braces or lingual braces that are fitted to the backs of the teeth. Also clear aligners such as Invisalign or ClearStep. These braces are much less noticeable than conventional metal braces.

Lingual
Lingual braces are fitted to the inner surfaces of your teeth and are almost completely invisible.

We use the Incognito system which is a high-technology lingual appliance. Both the brackets and the wires are custom made for each patient using specialised CAD/CAM technology. The remarkable flat design of the gold alloy brackets (anti allergic) provides maximum patient comfort and rapid adaptation to speech.