Practice News

Clear aligner treatment uses advanced digital technology to plan tooth movement with precision. One important part of this process is the clinical aligner simulation. While this tool is essential for clinicians, it is not routinely shared with patients. Here’s why.

If you or your child has been told palatal expansion is needed, you may hear terms like RME, MARPE, TADs, and different types of braces. It can sound overwhelming but these tools all work together to create a healthier bite and a wider, more balanced smile. So how do they work and why are some patients told they need more than just braces?

If you’re wearing clear aligners, or thinking about starting treatment, you may have noticed small, tooth-colored bumps placed on certain teeth. These are called attachments, and while they may look small, they play a huge role in making your aligner treatment successful. Let’s break it down in simple terms 👇

Clear aligners are one of the most popular orthodontic treatments in the UK, but not all aligner care is delivered in the same way. At Aligned Orthodontics, we take a thoughtful, clinician led approach that focuses on planning, education, and predictable results. In this blog we answer some of the most common questions about how we manage aligner treatment and why our approach is different.

We are often asked whether it’s possible to have MARPE (Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) privately with our practice, while continuing NHS orthodontic treatment at another provider. Because this can be confusing, we want to be completely clear from the outset.

One of the most fun parts of getting braces is choosing the colours. While braces are all about straightening teeth, the colours you select let your personality shine through. Whether you want something bold, subtle, or seasonal, there’s a colour combination for everyone.