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Crooked Teeth

Crooked Teeth

When the teeth in the mouth are not well aligned, we refer to them as crooked, wonky, overcrowded, irregular, overlapping, twisted or malaligned. It can be unsightly, and very crooked teeth can be troublesome to keep clean.

Almost nobody is born with perfectly straight teeth. crooked teeth can affect someone’s confidence and they may be unwilling or embarrassed to smile publicly. Thankfully, there are several options available for straightening crooked teeth and the team at Tunbridge Wells Orthodontics will be delighted to work with you to create a smile you’ll be proud of.

What causes crooked teeth?

There are several factors that can cause crooked or malaligned teeth. The main reason is overcrowding. Overcrowding occurs when there is a discrepancy between the size of the teeth and the available space within the jaws. The jaws of modern-day humans are not as big as our ancestors’ were because we have moved on to a more refined and processed diet. For this reason, overcrowding is extremely common.

Another leading cause of crooked teeth is a phenomenon known as late incisor crowding. For reasons nobody fully understands, teeth tend to drift towards the middle of the mouth as we get older. The extent and timing of this varies immensely between individuals. This can be an extremely frustrating issue as someone may have had perfectly straight teeth for decades only to see them get worse later in life.

Can crooked teeth be straightened with aligners?

Yes, there are several options for aligning crooked teeth. Your specialist at Tunbridge Wells Orthodontics has over a decade of experience in correcting crooked teeth. Invisalign clear aligners have become an increasingly popular way to fix crooked teeth due to their concealed appearance and convenience of use.

At what age should crooked teeth be corrected?

There is no age restriction on having crooked teeth straightened. It is very normal and socially acceptable for adults of all ages to undergo teeth straightening procedures.

Most of the time, treatment for children with crooked teeth is not started until all the baby teeth have been lost and the permanent teeth all come through. There are of course exceptions to this rule, and if you have any doubts, please bring your child to see our specialist orthodontist.

How do I get started with braces for crooked teeth?

To get started, come and see Dr Woodhouse for a no-obligation free consultation where he will assess you, and discuss treatment options and costs.

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Invisalign® Clear Aligners Tunbridge Wells

Invisalign clear aligners are the ideal orthodontic option if you’re looking for a virtually invisible way to straighten your teeth that is both comfortable and convenient.

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Invisalign® Clear Aligners Tunbridge Wells
Clear Fixed Ceramic Braces

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Clear Fixed Ceramic Braces

Clear or ceramic braces are very similar to the metal braces you’ve probably seen lots of teenagers wearing.

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Fixed Metal Braces

Fixed metal braces are wonderfully versatile appliances that have been used by orthodontists around the world for decades.

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Fixed Metal Braces
Martin and Eve Geere
Martin and Eve Geere
07/03/2023
Couldn’t be happier with treatment received - the end result was more than I could have hoped for. The whole experience was excellent from start to finish. I would thoroughly recommend. E Geere
Joyce Hicban
Joyce Hicban
14/02/2023
Dr Neil Woodhouse is my daughters’ orthodontist.He always welcome us with a genuine smile and enthusiasm. He is very informative and knowledgeable. He explains thoroughly the X-rays , photos taken and what to expect and inform us what can go wrong as well with treatment as my daughter had dental trauma when she’s still a baby and affected her lower front permanent teeth. Thank you so much Dr Woodhouse for bringing back my daughters’ smile and confidence.
Heather Beyer
Heather Beyer
31/01/2023
Neil Woodhouse straightened my teeth with Invisalign. The result is brilliant, his care and attention to detail was wonderful. I thought my age ,70 ,would impede the process, it didn't. I couldn't be more pleased.
Becky White
Becky White
26/01/2023
I am delighted with the Invisalign treatment I received from Dr Neil Woodouse. Every stage was explained clearly. He and his team were amazing. If you're considering teeth straightening, I'd highly recommend.
Nova M
Nova M
26/01/2023
I had my Invisalign done by Dr Neil Woodhouse and I couldn’t recommend him more highly. He was incredibly professional and friendly and put me at ease about the procedure. He was excellent at communicating all my options and the process and he’s done a great job with my teeth; I’m really happy with the results.
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