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How to Care for your Braces in Lockdown

Brace Care | Tips During Lockdown  | Oldham 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.

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What is Orthognathic Surgery?

Orthognathic surgery | Oldham | Manchester Orthodontics

Orthodontics is a special type of dentistry where a trained consultant will diagnose, prevent and correct any malpositioned teeth a patient may have, including bite and jaw position.

Aside from getting braces such as metal train tracks or Incognito braces, a patient may have a case so severe they may need orthognathic surgery. 

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How Often do Invisalign Aligners need to be Replaced?

Invisalign Aligners | Oldham | Manchester Orthodontics

Before we start discussing replacing Invisalign aligners, we want to start with what the appliance is and what it actually does.

What is Invisalign?

Invisalign, also known as clear aligners, are an orthodontic treatment that uses transparent, plastic trays to adjust the position of the teeth.

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