If you have to make the choice between invisible braces vs metal braces for your orthodontic treatment, which one would you opt for? Many people find themselves facing this decision and it’s a conversation we have time and time again at Dental 266, as we try and help patients weigh up the pros and cons of invisible braces or traditional metal braces. Each patient is different, and ultimately, the decision comes down to a combination of personal preference, lifestyle, and your orthodontic needs. Let’s start by discussing how both orthodontic treatments work. The Basics Both invisible braces and ..read more

Sometimes, a perfect smile is a gift from nature, but more often than not, it is the result of some kind of tooth aligner treatment. This can be a chair-side treatment (such as traditional metal braces or clear aligners) at a dentist or orthodontist’s physical location, or a home aligner treatment.    Why do we need teeth aligners? Crooked teeth can be the result of a misaligned jaw, poor nutrition or dental habits, genetics or facial injuries. It is important to begin treatment for these as early as possible, which in many cases is between the ages of 9 and 14 when secondary teeth ..read more

Flossing can be challenging at the best of times, but when you’re wearing a brace, it’s even more difficult because there are so many places for plaque and food particles to hide. Without the proper tools keeping braces clean can seem like a real chore. Water flossers offer a solution and are easy to use for adults and kids alike. This article will delve into the nitty gritty of water flossers. What they are, how they work, their benefits, and ultimately, the best water flossers for braces in 2022.  One of the most popular oral hygiene tools for a person with braces is a water flosser, o ..read more

Are you debating the best clear braces for your orthodontic treatment? With so many choices, it can be a challenging decision. Luckily, we’ve done a lot of the legwork for you, so hopefully, by the time you reach the end of this article, you’ll have a better idea of the best clear aligners for you.  For decades, teeth straightening only involved unsightly metal brackets and wires, not to mention those awful rubber bands. Nowadays that’s no longer the case, thanks to the invention of invisible braces – One of the best inventions we’ve seen within dentistry – in our opinion. Also called cl ..read more

Here at Dental 266, we know how to straighten teeth and are proud to offer patients the latest orthodontic dental braces and clear aligners to help them achieve the smile of their dreams.  But before discussing dental braces options let’s take a look at teeth straightening and the benefits of realigning crooked teeth.  Firstly, what is teeth straightening? Teeth straightening is a type of dentistry known as orthodontics and refers to the process of moving teeth and repositioning them using external force and pressure over time. Quite simply, if you have crooked teeth or teeth that ar ..read more

Crooked teeth can be embarrassing and can make you feel incredibly self-conscious. But that’s not all… Because crowded or misaligned teeth are harder to clean they can be more prone to cavities, and other underlying problems.  So what causes crooked teeth? And what can be done to fix them?  Baby teeth, as well as permanent teeth, can either grow normally or at some later stage become crooked. Let’s look at some of the most common causes of crooked teeth.  Poor repetitive habits Habits such as prolonged thumb or pacifier sucking can be problematic to teeth as are mouth breathing ..read more

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, patients visiting our Dental 266 clinic may be surprised to learn that they have a choice between a clear aligner vs braces. In fact, some people are even unaware that such a choice exists resigning themselves to the fact that they will be wearing fixed, metal braces for the duration of their teeth straightening procedure. On the contrary, clear aligners such as Invisalign® are an effective way to straighten teeth and come with several key benefits that fixed metal braces don’t. With this in mind, let’s dive straight in and take a closer look… Visibility ..read more

There’s no getting away from the fact that Invisalign® and other invisible braces have received a fair amount of media attention over recent years. Clear braces technology has made systems such as Invisalign a popular cosmetic treatment particularly for adults and teens who prefer a more discreet approach to orthodontic treatment than metal braces. But do invisible braces work for everyone?  The straightforward answer to this question is that invisible braces do not work for everyone. While they can work for adults and teens, they aren’t suitable for children. Children in need of orthodo ..read more

If you need orthodontic treatment to achieve a beautiful straight smile then clear braces make a great choice. Not only do they offer a more subtle way of straightening your teeth than metal braces but they’re able to correct all manner of orthodontic problems too. With this in mind, you’re probably wondering are clear braces more expensive than their metal counterparts? Metal braces remain one of the most common methods for straightening teeth, particularly for our younger patients, yet while clear braces do the same job, they do cost a little more. Before taking a look at why they cost what ..read more