The traditional orthodontic treatment
Braces are one of the most trusted methods of orthodontic treatment available. Combining a long history of success with remarkable advancements in quality and comfort, braces are incredibly efficient at correcting all levels of oral issues. Get in touch with our Gold Coast braces specialists and let’s create your best smile!
The traditional orthodontic treatment
Braces are one of the most trusted methods of orthodontic treatment available. Combining a long history of success with remarkable advancements in quality and comfort, braces are incredibly efficient at correcting all levels of oral issues. Get in touch with our Gold Coast braces specialists and let’s create your best smile!
The traditional orthodontic treatment
Braces are one of the most trusted methods of orthodontic treatment available. Combining a long history of success with remarkable advancements in quality and comfort, braces are incredibly efficient at correcting all levels of oral issues. Get in touch with our Gold Coast braces specialists and let’s create your best smile!
Looking for the best orthodontic treatment?
Contact one of our Dental clinics today for your perfect smile:
Medland Orthodontics Benowa
Medland Orthodontics Robina
Medland Orthodontics Helensvale
Medland Orthodontics Upper Coomera
Benefits of braces
Reliable results
Braces are the traditional orthodontic treatment, making them the most trusted. For some patients, braces are also the most suitable type of treatment and deliver great results.
Effective treatment
Braces are a reliable and common treatment used to correct many types of oral issues and bite disorders, some which develop as a child and others later in life.
Greater comfort
There are many different types of materials and technologies that have been developed to make braces more comfortable, more aesthetically pleasing and more efficient.
Customisable look
Braces can be fashionable! Whether it’s clear plastic, coloured bands or metal braces, you can customise your braces to suit your unique style.
How do braces work?
Traditional braces are orthodontic devices designed to straighten your teeth and align your jaws. Using brackets to shift or tilt teeth into the desired position, braces can be used to correct many different types of common bite disorders.
They may also be used in conjunction with other forms of treatment, such as Invisalign, to enhance the results.
How do braces work?
Traditional braces are orthodontic devices designed to straighten your teeth and align your jaws. Using brackets to shift or tilt teeth into the desired position, braces can be used to correct many different types of common bite disorders.
They may also be used in conjunction with other forms of treatment, such as Invisalign, to enhance the results.
How do braces work?
Traditional braces are orthodontic devices designed to straighten your teeth and align your jaws. Using brackets to shift or tilt teeth into the desired position, braces can be used to correct many different types of common bite disorders.
They may also be used in conjunction with other forms of treatment, such as Invisalign, to enhance the results.
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Types of braces
Your journey with braces
Consultation
Impressions
Fitting
Adjustments
Removal
Retainers
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do adults need to wear braces?
The amount of time spent in braces will vary depending on the individual – everyone responds differently to treatment. Treatment times can take anywhere from 6 to 24 months (potentially longer for complex cases where multiple phases are needed), however, the majority of treatments are completed in approximately 12-18 months.
Can you drink coffee with clear braces?
Yes! You can drink tea and coffee.
You may find the wire feels a little tighter on your teeth when drinking anything cold, but this perfectly normal. Hot drinks don’t usually have a noticeable effect on braces.
Do clear braces take longer than metal?
No! Both Clear and Metal braces both have the same treatment time. The only noticeable difference between them is how they look. Some patients prefer the aesthetics of metal, others prefer clear – it’s completely up to you and your Orthodontist!
How early can kids get braces?
To help parents make informed decisions at the right times, Medland Orthodontics has introduced a Growth Guidance Program for children between 7-12 years. Rest easy that you will always be informed about the health of your child’s teeth and offered the best treatment plan for them.
How do elastics work?
I had braces early in life but as an adult, my teeth are no longer aligned. Do I need braces again?
You should book a consultation with your Orthodontist and discuss your situation. A common sign might be overcrowding (where the teeth try to move back to their original position), new gaps forming in your teeth where they weren’t, or severe jaw pain and/or discomfort.
We will look at why the teeth have moved out of position and what treatment is needed to correct your teeth back into position.
Now, to prevent your teeth moving again in the future we will use bonded retainers, removable retainers which are worn at night time.
That really is up to you and the decision will probably be based mostly on how you feel about the way your teeth look when you smile. However, if your issues are less with the aesthetic look of your teeth and more related to pain, discomfort or uneven tooth wear, then the additional treatment might be the best option.
Having orthodontics for a second time to correct minor issues may lead to a shorter treatment time, usually because the ‘big movements’ were completed in your first treatment.
It’s important to remember that your teeth will always want to move – irrespective of whether you’ve had orthodontic treatment or not. However, to safeguard your new smile, we’ll custom make you two types of retainers to keep you smiling at the end of your treatment with us.
Will I need to wear retainers after treatment is finished?
For those of you about to get your braces off, you’re going to get retainers – there are two basic types:
- Clear plastic retainers to wear at night-time only; and,
- Bonded retainer wires glued on the inside of your top and bottom front teeth.
Both types of retainers help to keep your teeth straight for the long term, but in slightly different ways.
Your teeth can move – that’s how they were straightened. In the first year since finishing treatment, they should be worn every night. After that, they need to be worn a couple nights of the week as long as they are not too tight. If they’re tight when you put them in, it an indication you need to wear them more. There’s also no harm in continuing to wear your night time retainers every night from the moment you receive them (if you grind or clench in your sleep, they’ll help protect your teeth too!).
The idea of the bonded retainer wires is to avoid the smaller front teeth from moving, while the clear night-time retainers hold the back teeth and bite in their final positions – effective use of both types of retainers will help keep your smile perfect for the long term!
How do I take care of my retainers?
What long-term results can I expect from braces?
Self-esteem and confidence that come from looking one’s best are two important reasons to consider braces, but the benefits of braces go well beyond pure aesthetics. Braces ensure correct bite and tooth alignment which has many positive side-effects; including:
- Improved ability to chew food
- Alleviation of speech impairment
- Easier to brush, clean and floss teeth
- Reduced cavities and periodontal disease
- Reduced grinding and chipping of teeth
- Reduced risk of injury from protruding teeth
Braces can establish the foundation for a lifetime of improved oral health while helping you and your children look their best.
Do braces hurt?
How often will I need to have my braces adjusted?
Adjustment intervals following placement of braces can vary from 6-12 weeks for repeated procedures involving space closure, eruption of impacted teeth and procedures such as arch wire changes.
Do I need to brush my teeth more often with braces?
With braces, you should brush your teeth at least three times a day to keep your teeth, gums, and mouth healthy and clean. Brushing regularly will help remove any food that may be caught between the braces. You should also floss daily (using Superfloss and dental brushes) to get in between your braces where your brush isn’t able to reach. Our Hygienists and Dental Assistants will guide you on how to properly brush and floss once your braces are placed.
