If the word “braces” conjures up one-size-fits-all metal train tracks, your mental picture is overdue for an update.
At Simply Dental, we offer Progressive orthodontics — a fully customised braces system available right here in Wellington CBD. Instead of fitting every patient with the same standard brackets and wires, your braces are designed specifically for your teeth, your bite, and your face. Here’s what that means, and why it matters.
What is Progressive orthodontics?
Traditional braces take a “one size fits all” approach: standard brackets, standard wires, the same setup for every mouth. Progressive orthodontics works differently.
Before treatment begins, your case is analysed in detail using digital, computerised treatment planning — your teeth, your bone structure, and your facial profile all feed into a customised plan. Your braces are then designed around that plan, built for your mouth and nobody else’s.
It’s the difference between a suit off the rack and one made to measure. Both are suits. Only one was built for you.
Why customisation matters
Custom-designed braces deliver real advantages over conventional braces:
- Faster treatment — reported to average around six months quicker than conventional braces
- Fewer appointments — long-acting materials mean fewer wire changes and less time in the chair
- More comfort — brackets and wires customised to you mean less irritation along the way
- Better retention — teeth straightened more effectively are teeth that stay put
For busy Wellington professionals, fewer visits and a shorter treatment window aren’t small perks — they’re often the difference between starting treatment and putting it off for another year.
Who is it for?
Adults, teens, and children alike. Orthodontics helps your teeth at any age, and for younger patients, an early assessment can prevent bigger problems later — well-timed treatment now is far simpler than corrective work down the track.
Progressive orthodontics particularly suits patients whose needs go beyond what clear aligners can handle, and anyone who prefers a fixed appliance quietly doing its work around the clock — no trays to remember, no discipline required.
Prefer the removable, near-invisible route? We offer that too. Read our guide to what adult Invisalign treatment actually looks like to compare both paths before your assessment.
You’re in experienced hands
Orthodontic treatment is a journey measured in months, so who’s guiding it matters. Dr Simon Templeman has been practising dentistry for 20 years, and the clinical team at Simply Dental has worked together for over 15 of them. Your treatment is planned, delivered, and followed up by people who know you — not a rotating cast of strangers.
Straighter teeth are healthier teeth
A straighter smile isn’t just about looks. Well-aligned teeth are easier to clean, which means less plaque build-up and healthier gums long term. Orthodontic treatment is an investment in your dental health, not just your confidence — though you’ll notice the confidence first.
What happens next
It starts with a thorough orthodontic assessment. We’ll examine your teeth, bite, and facial profile, then builds a customised treatment plan around what we find. You’ll know exactly what’s involved, how long it will take, and what it will cost — before anything starts.
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