Many patients don’t know the difference between a specialist orthodontist and a dentist who offers orthodontic (tooth straightening) treatment. I suppose the real question is does it matter who straightens your teeth? What is a specialist orthodontist? A specialist orthodontist is a dentist who has had a further 3 years of training solely in orthodontics. […]
The goal of any orthodontic treatment is to make someone’s smile better. If given the choice no patient would want to have teeth removed in order to get this. Let’s be honest we have all heard horror stories about the dentist kneeling on the chest to get a stubborn tooth out! (that never happened when […]
Firstly, what are Lingual braces? Lingual braces are fixed to the tongue side of the teeth, making them the most invisible type of brace available. They have the versatility to treat mild to complex orthodontic issues, including crowded teeth, overbites, and underbites. Custom made to suit you Custom made Lingual braces such as Incognito have […]
With the advancements in orthodontics over the past couple of decades, it’s never been easier to have your teeth straightened and we often hear from patients that they regret not doing it sooner. Take a look at the reasons why you shouldn’t delay seeking treatment. The brace types of today are versatile Brace types have […]
Orthodontics may sound like it might not be a bundle of laughs to read about, but never fear – we’ve found some of the most unusual facts and info about braces and their history for you to get your teeth into…! Retainers are just as important as braces Many people jeopardise their orthodontic treatment by […]
When prospective patients call up the practice usually one of the first questions we get is how much does it cost? The answer to that is unfortunately not that easy. With many options for treatment available and different requirements for each patient there is a range of fees involved. The more complex the treatment, the […]
In this blog will look at 5 common myths about braces and bust them! Myth #1 Braces are just for children It is still commonly thought that braces are only available for or only work for children. It’s easy to see where this myth arises as traditionally, braces were really only available to a small […]
Everyone wants their teeth to be straightened as fast as possible. There are many products available now that advertise they can straighten your teeth in 6 months or less (faster than regular braces) and you don’t need an orthodontist to fit or adjust them – a regular dentist will do. Some “faster braces” even claim […]
A brace is a complex appliance where many different components are at work to guide your teeth into a desired position. Read about how these components come together below….. Brackets – brackets are small pieces of ceramic or metal that are square-shaped and placed directly onto each individual tooth. They have a “slot” across the […]
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Our emphasis is not only on the best orthodontic result, but a special focus is placed upon how orthodontic treatment will affect your long-term facial aesthetics. Why don’t you come and have a complimentary smile scan with our experienced orthodontic therapist and come and see the practice and meet the orthodontic team?