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Do I need braces? – Take this quiz to find out.

An increasing number of adults are now opting for braces. In fact, entire products and brands have evolved solely for orthodontic treatment of adults. Some of these include Invisalign, Incognito, Harmony etc. Many adults often get interested in orthodontics when their kids are getting their teeth straightened with braces. Probably seeing the effects for themselves, sparks the interest. Do you feel you need braces? Here is a simple quiz you can take to find out. Question 1  – Are any of my teeth turned, or twisted? Teeth should line up so that the sides of the teeth touch each other. If there is a shortage of space, the teeth may be turned or twisted, so that they look crooked. A good indication of this, could be that you cannot easily pass a piece of floss between your teeth. Question 2  – Do I have gaps between my teeth? Again, if there are gaps between your teeth, it can mean that there is excessive space in you jaw, and this can be addressed with orthodo...

7 Things to consider before signing up for Invisible Braces

With the popularity of cosmetic dentistry in Dubai these days, more and more adults are opting to have their teeth straightened. However, due to social pressures, they cannot always commit to long term use of traditional braces. To address this problem, various solutions have become available. Dental clinic in Dubai are aggressively marketing aesthetic orthodontic solutions, or invisible braces to straighten teeth. The question that arises in most people’s minds is – “Are invisible braces effective”. Here is a look at some things you should consider before signing up for invisible braces –  1) The type of invisible braces    –  Which is most suited for your dental problem? Invisible braces broadly come under 3 categories –  a) White/ tooth coloured braces – or ceramic braces – which work like traditional metal braces, but are made of ceramic, so they match the tooth colour better. b) Lingual braces – or braces fixed to the inside surface of the ...