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Can You Fix An Underbite with Invisalign?
An underbite is just not fun at all. Not only does it look a little peculiar, but it poses some serious health risks, too. It used to be that the only way you could rectify an underbite was with braces or surgery. Today, thankfully, there are far less invasive ways to...
What Causes Rotten Baby Teeth and How To Prevent It
Even children can get cavities in their baby teeth. Rotten baby teeth, known as Caries, can cause an array of problems that continue even after the baby teeth fall out. Luckily, it can be prevented. Common Causes of Rotten Baby Teeth When a baby’s mouth becomes...
Types of Braces and Cost : Gold Coast
Braces are devices that help align and straighten your teeth. While some dentists apply some kinds of braces, only an orthodontist has the specialist experience to work with all types of braces. With so many different orthodontic tools out there to help you achieve a...
What If I Don’t Wear a Retainer After Braces Come Off?
This is a question we often deal with, so we thought it would be a good idea to address it here and explain why wearing a retainer after braces come off is important. Whether you have clear braces, metal braces or Invisalign clear aligners, you’ll need to wear a...
Can You Eat With Invisalign On?
Invisalign has become a popular orthodontic treatment. That’s because it offers a whole host of great benefits, including that it is a virtually invisible way to straighten teeth. The clear aligners are also removable, so patients don’t have to give up their favourite...
6 Thumb Sucking Prevention Tips Parents Need to Know
Chronic and frequent thumb sucking can cause changes to your little one’s bite. Experts agree, though, that thumb suckers under the age of 5 shouldn’t be pressured to stop since most children do give up the habit on their own. Why Do Children Suck Their Thumb? Thumb...
How Do Braces Know Where to Move the Teeth?
Although we are trending toward a world of Artificial Intelligence, braces cannot yet think for themselves... Braces move teeth into place through a treatment schedule devised by your orthodontist. Orthodontists will place the brackets in exactly the right place on...
Can Your Child Get Braces Before the Baby Teeth Fall Out?
This is question orthodontists often hear from parents. However, you should not wait until all your child's baby teeth fall to see an orthodontist. Chances are, you may have missed out on the best time for correcting a bite. These days, many orthodontists use a...
Can Braces Change Your Appearance?
Braces seek to shift your teeth into improved alignment, using a metal wire and bracket system. Your orthodontist can rectify any bite problems, including overbites and underbites, and allow you to smile confidently. Orthodontic treatment doesn't just change the...
Do Lingual Braces Work on Overbites?
If you find that your upper teeth are protruding over the lower ones by a comparatively large proportion when biting down, then you're suffering from an overbite. Overbites or malocclusions arise due to numerous factors. While some are hereditary, others are the...
What Causes Teeth Shifting In Adults?
Have you noticed a slight shift in your teeth? You may not have, as the changes daily are almost imperceptible. But over time, these small changes can result in teeth misalignment. It’s an uncomfortable thought, especially if you’re experiencing pain from your teeth...
How To Relieve Jaw Pain Quickly and Permanently
Have you heard of Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)? TMD is a pain in your jaw caused by a number of factors. The pain can range in severity, too, from mild to frankly excruciating. Jaw pain can be brought on by something as simple as chewing gum all day long, or by a...
Who are Invisible Braces Good For?
If you are in need of a straighter smile, but the idea of wearing traditional metal wire braces is causing you to hesitate over seeking treatment, there is another option: invisible braces. Due to the advances in orthodontic technology, invisible braces are changing...
How Long You’ll Need to Wear Braces to Straighten your Teeth
Braces use a bracket and wire system to gradually move your teeth into a new desired position. The treatment provides a beautiful, healthy and functional new smile. Braces are a reliable, proven orthodontic solution that will achieve a number of smile goals. But...
Dental Braces – Types Available for Adults and Teens
Very few people are born with perfect teeth. In fact, many of us have misaligned teeth, and it’s only normal to want to correct the problem. Straighter teeth, after all, improve your appearance and aid your oral hygiene. While the teenage years are a good time to...
How to Get Affordable Braces for Adults in Brisbane
While aesthetics may be your driving force, there are several health benefits to straightening your teeth with braces. With straight teeth, you can effectively reach those tough-to-clean spots when brushing and reduce the risk of gum disease and decay. After...
What Makes Adult Teeth Straightening Different?
People sometimes associate the desire for straight teeth with the desire for a Hollywood smile. But, adult teeth straightening doesn't only address aesthetic concerns. If you’re an adult with crooked teeth, there could be health risks involved. Orthodontic treatment,...
What Will I Look Like With Braces – An Easy Way to Know
Do you need braces? Does the thought of metal tracks put you off? Perhaps you just can’t picture what you’ll look like with braces. Sometimes worrying about how we’ll look with braces can hold us back from taking that leap towards a healthier smile. Well, the good...