JJ Thompson Orthodontic Appliances is a specialist orthodontic laboratory based in Sheffield. It is part of the Bupa Dental Care Labs Group.
Our Skilled Technicians work to the highest standards and put our 65+ years’ experience into every appliance we make.
Digital Services
We believe there is huge potential in digital dentistry. We’ve invested in the latest technology and now we’re committed to taking our customers on the same journey.
Smile3D is JJ Thompson’s clear aligner solution and is ideal for mild to moderate malocclusions. The treatment plan can be designed around any type of traditional impression or intra-oral scanner.
LEARN MORESmilefile
Smilefile is our convenient, low-cost digital solution for orthodontic practices. It takes all the hassle out of creating study models, PAR scoring and storage.
Learn moreDigital Bracket Placement
Our computer-aided bracket placement service determines the exact digital placement coordinates for each bracket.
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We are a ‘linked lab’ to all the top intraoral scanners and have our own secure transfer portal. So you can easily send your patients’ digital files to us in an instant.
Learn moreOur Products
A great deal of skill and hard work goes into every appliance we make. Our team can accommodate any number of design variations and you can be confident that your appliance will be finished to the most exacting standards.
SomnoMed
SomnoMed® is the global leader in COAT™ (Continuous Open Airway Therapy) and provides clinically proven diagnostic and treatment options for sleep-related breathing disorders.
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Pressure formed appliances
We use the highest quality pressure forming machines and materials on the market to create a huge range of appliances from mouthguards to bleaching trays.
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Functional appliances
Functional appliances use the principle of growth guidance. They use the natural growth potential of the patient to effect change.
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Polished Study Models
Our skilled technicians will pour your impression with our vacuum-mixed, super-white orthodontic plaster.
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Active appliances
Active appliances are used to effect tooth movement. Our active appliances are all custom-made for your patients, and the design variations are endless.
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Retainers
JJ Thompson can expertly create your preferred retention appliances with any number of modifications to meet your patients’ needs.
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British Orthodontic Conference 2021
JJ Thompson and sister company Eurodontic are at stand No. 7 at the British Orthodontic Conference next week! We are so relieved to be participating in a conference this year, and it looks like its going to be a good one – well-organised with a digital helping and hopefully lots of fun too.
Read articleDigital dentistry – it’s time to take the leap
Over the last decade, the world of dentistry and orthodontics has changed beyond all recognition. Many of you will have already taken the leap into digital dentistry and well and truly found your feet. Others among you may have just taken your first steps. And if you’re still watching and waiting, now is the time to get moving, or risk being left behind.
Read articleSomnomed hosts sleep medicine seminars
Every Tuesday in January, dentists interested in Dental Sleep Medicine had the opportunity to attend an amazing series of webinars facilitated by one of JJ Thompson’s valued suppliers, SomnoMed®.
Read articleHow we can help
As we popped the corks and sang Auld Lang Syne on December 31st 2019, none of us could have imagined what 2020 had in store for us, not just in the UK and Europe, but right across the globe.
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