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May 2020 Newsletter

15th May 2020

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Bonded Retainer Problems during Covid 19

22nd April 2020

Retainers are used to maintain the position of your teeth once your braces have been removed. Retainers are either removable (you can take them in and out of your mouth yourself) or fixed to your teeth. Fixed retainers (sometimes called bonded retainers) are thin metal wires that are stuck to the back of your front…

Will leaving your Invisalign aligners unattended for 3 months or longer, damage your teeth or affect treatment outcomes?

7th April 2020

Once you’ve reached your last batch of aligners at home, we advise that you give us a call. Your Invisalign plan may allow us to provide you with additional aligners so that your treatment can remain active. These can be sent to you or we can arrange for you to pick them up. Often, however,…

Essential tips on how to look after your braces

1st April 2020

We can’t see you as often as we’d like at the moment. Please don’t worry. Once it’s safe to do so we’ll quickly get you back on track! Always keep your braces as clean as possible. Brush your teeth after every meal. Avoid hard, sticky foods that damage braces. Don’t drink sugary fizzy drinks. Rinse…

Why have we postponed your appointment for removal of your brace?

25th March 2020

We’re very sorry that we may have been forced to postpone the date for removal of your brace. We completely understand that you will have been looking forward to this and it comes as a great disappointment. Our reasons for doing so are based simply on the current COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic and are as follows:…

What is a Carriere Appliance and how will it help my bite?

17th March 2020

The Carriere® Motion Appliance is a correctional device used by our specialist Orthodontists to help move your upper molar teeth backwards. This opens up space towards the front of your mouth to assist with the correction of crowding of the incisors and canines. The appliance also helps your lower jaw improve its position with the…

How does the Twin Block appliance work?

As part of your treatment plan our Specialist Orthodontists may suggest that you wear a Twin Block appliance. This is a functional brace designed to improve the way your teeth bite together. We often use this type of brace when a patient’s bottom teeth are a little set back compared to their top teeth. The…

January 2020 Newsletter

5th January 2020

What is Interproximal Reduction (IPR) and Does it Hurt?

17th December 2019

Interproximal reduction (or IPR for short) is the process of creating very small amounts of space between teeth. IPR is often used to avoid the need for extracting teeth. Your Orthodontist will ‘polish’ in between the teeth in order to remove a small slither of enamel. As only a minimum amount of enamel is removed,…

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March 8, 2020

5/ 5stars

My invisalign experience with Colchester Orthodontics was fab. I was supported the whole way through and given many options. Unfortunately my teeth were a little stubborn and adjustments needed to be made, however the team were prompt and efficient to get this done and I am now really happy with my teeth. The Invisalign is very comfortable and discreet. I would definitely recommend both the invisalign and Colchester Orthodontic Centre.

February 6, 2020

Yes you can make the most of your teeth at any age. Sometimes mature years can make you feel awkward attending the orthodontist, although I have been encouraged and treated with care and attention at every appointment. I try to maintain my teeth as best I can and I have received the very best care you could wish for. I started out scared to go through the door and feeling reluctant to smile. I am now very happy to smile at any occasion and feel grateful to the wonderful team at Colchester Orthodontics. Gareth Davies and all the team, from when you step in the door and speak with the lovely ladies at reception, the whole team treat you with professional care and kindness.

November 22, 2019

PR(boHR

After over 2 years of impeccable TLC from Colchester Orthodontic Centre my daughter is now able to show off the smile she has always deserved! Although we had our own ideas as to what we thought would be the way forward COC were able to delicately advise us with their wealth of experience as to what was really needed and the end result is proof that they clearly know how to look after their clients needs ensuring the best result at the end of the journey!!! Laura Hubbard was always also on hand to ensure that our daughter was reassured and looked after.

October 29, 2019

My son has gone here for his braces for over two years and everyone there has always been very friendly and helpful. He got his braces off a bit early because he didn't want them anymore and felt his teeth were straight enough. Thank you for your great service.

October 22, 2019

Always a friendly service and have been very efficient when booking appointments when needed for brace repair during my sons treatment.

We drive 4 hours each way just for orthodontic work, well worth it.

September 3, 2018

Fantastic service Our daughter started treatment at Colchester Orthodontic Centre in August 2015 having been referred for fixed braces. After some initial dental surgery to remove some of her teeth followed by 3 years of incredibly complex work by the orthodontist and the team, she finally has the smile she's been longing for! The staff are always friendly and helpful, nothing is ever too much bother and they encourage you to call if you have any queries. If you need an emergency appointment they will always endeavour to see you as quickly as possible. Overall a fantastic service provided by top notch professionals! Thank you Colchester Orthodontic Centre for sticking with us for so long and giving our daughter such wonderful care.

Source: NHS

Responded on September 5, 2018

We really appreciate your thoughtful comments and we are also pleased that your daughter finally has the smile that she has been longing for! Thank you for sharing and thank you both for coming to our practice.

Colchester Orthodontics Management Practice Manager

April 10, 2018

1/ 5stars

Disgusted with a two year wait I have just been informed that my daughter has to wait two years for her braces , if only i could not pay my taxes for two years would that be fair as im having to wait for a service yet being asked to continually pay ? rubbish service how the hell can you justify two years\???????

Responded on April 19, 2018

Dear Parent/Guardian Thank you for your feedback. We fully understand your frustration with the length of our NHS orthodontic treatment waiting list. We share that frustration. Unfortunately NHS waiting times at Colchester Orthodontic Centre for routine orthodontic treatment are currently lengthy due to the extremely high demand for treatment at this specialist practice & the limited amount of funding we are allocated by NHS England to service this demand. This is beyond our control & is systematic of a national funding issue related to NHS orthodontic treatment. We would be very willing to discuss your concern in more detail. If you would like to do so, please contact our Practice Manager on 01206 756210 or email [email protected]

October 10, 2017

I'm now at the practice again with my 2nd child. My son completed his treatment in December 2015 (Still wearing his retainers) & now my daughter had her top braces on yesterday. Both had severely overcrowded top teeth where the 3s are stuck in the gums as no room and moderately overcrowded on the bottom. The transformation is my son's teeth was amazing and I know they'll be able to give my daughter the same finish. All the staff are lovely, friendly and approachable. Everything you could ever want from an orthodontist

Source: Facebook

September 11, 2017

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional help we have had for my son Kieran's complicated dental work which involved braces, surgery, dental plate and bridges. Kieran has been attending for several years and at first he was so embarrassed by his teeth he would never smile in photos. However, the end results are spectacular. My son is now proud to smile in his photos now & his teeth look amazing. A huge thank you to everyone. Appointments are always easy to make and on time & on the clinical side the care & expertise has been exceptional. Ours has been a very complicated case requiring a lot of appointments at short notice and a lot of specialised clinical work and we appreciate it all so much. I always recommend Colchester Orthodontic Centre to anyone who asks.

August 16, 2017

My daughter Ella is so pleased with her new smile..perfect.Great service from start to finish.Thank you so much to Mr Davies,Jen,Fiona and the rest of the team!

June 29, 2017

A massive heart felt thank you to all at the Colchester orthodontic centre for giving my son a smile to be proud of xx

June 27, 2017

June 23, 2017

Best place to get Braces done, I have my retainers now! See you in 6 months!

May 16, 2017

May 11, 2017

4/ 5stars

Friendly staff very professional. The treatment for the children was first class, explaining what they were doing and why. The reasons for the treatment. And how best to progress to get to a positive result.

April 10, 2017

Excellent service, extremely efficient, emergency appointments always offered when requested, every step of the way very professional ! The result of our daughters teeth are amazing, thank you Colchester Orthodontic Centre.

February 14, 2017

i think the staff are really helpful and nice and polite always welcoming you with a friendly smile