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Overbite Correction: Understanding Orthodontic Treatment Options

An overbite occurs when the upper front teeth overlap excessively over the lower front teeth, often requiring overbite correction. Severe overbites can impact oral health, facial aesthetics, and overall well-being. In this article, we'll explore the causes of overbites, the complications associated with them and the orthodontic treatment options available to (...)

Is Orthodontic Treatment Necessary? Debunking Myths and Exploring Benefits

Orthodontic treatment, often associated with braces, aligners, and retainers, has become increasingly popular in recent years. Yet, there remains some debate and uncertainty surrounding its necessity. Some question whether it's truly essential or merely a cosmetic procedure. In this blog post, we'll explore the question: Is orthodontic treatment necessary? We'll (...)

Orthodontics and Sleep: How Proper Teeth Alignment Impacts Your Rest

Quality sleep is essential for overall health, and surprisingly, orthodontic treatment can play a significant role in improving your sleep patterns. The alignment of your teeth and jaw can influence breathing and, consequently, your ability to rest properly. Understanding this connection sheds light on how orthodontics can positively impact your (...)

Caring for Your Braces: Tips for Proper Oral Hygiene

Braces are an investment in a straighter, healthier smile. Maintaining excellent dental health and achieving optimal results during orthodontic treatment requires practicing proper oral hygiene. Let’s explore essential tips for caring for your braces and ensuring proper oral hygiene throughout your orthodontic journey. Tips for Maintaining Oral Hygiene with Braces   (...)

Debunking the Fear of Orthodontic Procedures: A Step-by-Step Guide

Orthodontic treatments are pivotal for achieving a beautiful and healthy smile, yet many people harbor fears or apprehensions about undergoing orthodontic procedures. These anxieties can stem from various sources, including misconceptions, unfamiliarity with the process, or fear of discomfort. However, exposing these fears by understanding the step-by-step process of orthodontic (...)

Teens, life and braces

Teenagers’ lives are packed full of events, social occasions and exciting life firsts - from that first day of high school to formals, first dates and growing independence. By nature, teens can also be self-conscious about their appearance and highly aware of what other people think, which may see them (...)

Why mouthguards are a must for children playing sport

Regardless of whether your child is undergoing orthodontic treatment or not, protecting the health of their teeth is paramount, which is why mouthguards are a must when it comes to playing sport. Statistics indicate dental trauma is one of the most common sporting injuries, and a properly fitted mouthguard can (...)

Orthodontic issues that come back to “bite” as we age

Just like any area of the body, the teeth and jaw feel the impacts of age, while the habits we develop over a lifetime can add up to have dire consequences for our dental health. That’s why we stress the fact orthodontic treatment isn’t just about having a beaming, straight (...)

What’s changed since I had braces?

Just as computers and cars have improved in the past two decades, a lot has also changed in the world of orthodontics. That means the treatment and options available to your child might be far different to the recollections you have of wearing braces just a generation ago. If you’re (...)

How braces can improve your facial shape

When people consider orthodontic treatment like braces, their focus is often specifically on their smile and more particularly their teeth, but did you know braces can also alter and improve your entire facial appearance? Here’s an insight into how that works… The mouth and the face The mouth plays an (...)

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