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Getting braces treatment can be quite daunting as the mouth is a very sensitive part of the body. Many patients are afraid of the potential painful side effects of having braces, particularly children getting braces. Braces may be uncomfortable after they have been placed on and at some adjustment appointments, however (...)
Many people believe that once your wisdom teeth come through, your perfectly straightened teeth will become crooked once again. However the likelihood of this occurring is fairly improbable, especially if you are keeping up with your post orthodontic treatment appointments. Wisdom teeth are unlikely to ruin the hard work of (...)
Orthodontic treatment can do more than just straighten teeth. It can improve your overall health and wellbeing. Straightened teeth can help alleviate jaw issues that may be leading to blocked airways, lock jaw, snoring or grinding. When our teeth are out of alignment we are potentially increasing the chance of (...)
A little known fact about braces is that they can sometimes help those with blocked airways, particularly if it is caught early on. Blocked airways affects more than just our breathing, it also changes our sleeping patterns. Interrupted sleep can lead to potential future health problems such as diabetes, high (...)
Getting orthodontic treatment can be an overwhelming process, but not understanding what language your specialist orthodontist is speaking can be even more confusing. To help you through your orthodontic journey, Norwest Orthodontics has put together a list of braces terminology of new words that you are likely to hear over (...)
There are few orthodontic practices that parallel Norwest Orthodontics in terms of quality service and treatment options. We have been servicing the Hills District for many years and maintain a concerted commitment to providing the best possible orthodontic treatment to local residents and visitors to the area. We are passionately (...)
Across the industry, Damon Braces are held to be the superior alternative when you consider their effectiveness, aesthetics and design features. Norwest Orthodontics are proudly an exclusive provider of Damon Braces in the Hills District. The technology and design behind both Damon Clear and Damon Q braces systems enables them (...)
We all want the best for our children. Quite simply, most of our decisions after having children are centred on how to give them the best possible opportunities and lifestyle that we can provide. Giving your child the best possible start by providing them with the best orthodontic care and (...)
As with most health concerns, early intervention on orthodontic issues is the best way to maximise the effectiveness of treatment. So what is ‘early intervention’ in orthodontics and how does it help to provide successful treatment? Children’s mouths are not fully formed until they are well into their teen years. (...)
Norwest Orthodontics provide the exceptionally advanced alignment system, Invisalign. This system can achieve excellent results in short times and with less discomfort. One of the central benefits of the Invisalign system is that you are easily able to maintain effective oral health while not restricting your everyday functions. Realignment processes (...)
