Specialist orthodontist | BDS LDS RCS (Eng) FDS RCPS (Glas) MOrth RCS (Edin) MSc | GDC no. 64202
Riccarda is a very experienced, respected and well-known local specialist orthodontist, having owned and grown her own practice for 23 years before joining forces with Portman Smile Clinic and moving to our practice in Margate.
Dentist with special interest in orthodontics | DChD (Paris) MFDS(A) RCS Dip Orth | GDC no. 75264
Cornelia is a dental practitioner with over 20 years experience. She has a focus in aesthetic dentistry, facial aesthetics & orthodontics.
Your orthodontist will start with an initial consultation – x-rays, photos and impressions or scans of your teeth will be taken (at your consultation oranother visit). You’ll then receive a tailored treatment plan explaining your options and costs.
You'll usually need to visit your dentist approximately every six to eight weeks for adjustments to be made. The duration of treatment depends on the complexity of the case and type of treatment you choose to straighten your teeth.
Your orthodontist will explain thoroughly how best to care for your aligners or braces. This includes how to maintain good dental health by regularly brushing your teeth (and appliances if you have braces) and avoiding certain food and drinks.
Portman Smile Clinic Margate has been providing speclialist orthodontic excellence to private patients in the Margate area for many years, with a skilled approach to the individual need of every patient.
Located in the heart of the town centre, our warm and welcoming practice is designed around your comfort. Our continued investment in dental technology means you will be in the best hands possible with our Specialist Orthodontist in Margate, no matter the treatment.
Teeth straightening works by using either braces or aligners to carefully and gradually move your teeth into a new, straighter position. This offers numerous benefits, both functional and aesthetic, including:
Traditional braces have metal brackets that are attached to the front of your teeth and connected by metal wire. It’s the most common treatment – and a popular one too.
These braces use tooth-coloured or clear ceramic brackets, so they’re less visible and more aesthetically pleasing. They work like metal braces and are suitable for most cases.
The latest in clear aligner technology, Invisalign® is virtually invisible. They can be removed to eat, drink and brush your teeth too.
Similar to traditional braces, but they’re fitted to the back of your teeth so they can’t be seen. They’re still a type of fixed metal brace, made of brackets and wires.
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