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We have all heard the stories of people getting caramel stuck in their orthodontics braces and clear braces changing colour from food. So what foods should we be avoiding whilst having braces to straighten teeth? See the list below as to what to avoid and why: Hard fruits and veggies (...)
It is difficult to keep on top of your dental health whilst orthodontic treatment, as having orthodontics braces is not a natural thing. However if you can get into good behaviours during treatment, you will have great dental hygiene habits for the rest of your life! Here are five tips (...)
Many of us would like to avoid putting our children through orthodontic treatment; however the reality is that most of us have or would like our children to go through treatment to straighten teeth or adjust teeth for health reasons. As adults, those of us who did not have orthodontic (...)
The myth about braces is that they are used purely to enhance the aesthetics of your smile. However, braces are used for functionality and health reasons just as much, and if not more than they are for aesthetics. Good aesthetics and a great looking smile are the fortunate by-product of (...)
It is never too late to straighten teeth and adult orthodontics is becoming increasingly popular; with many adults opting for invisible braces or removable braces. Two of the most popular braces treatments for adults include Damon Clear Braces and Invisalign, as both are not an obvious and normal metal braces. (...)
Can you really blame Mum or Dad, Gran or Pa for your crooked smile? There are many arguments as to whether or not genetics play a part with a crooked smile. Many external factors attribute to crooked teeth, such as thumb sucking as a child. However genetics can often be (...)
Many don’t believe that changing your smile can have an impact on anything except for changing your looks. The truth is that having a straight smile not only affects you externally, but has a great effect on you internally. Smiling makes you feel happy, even if you don’t feel it (...)
There can be a few tell-tale signs indicating that you may need orthodontic treatment. One of the more obvious indications is crooked teeth. However, there are many indicators that are not so apparent. The following signs are those that may show it’s time to see an orthodontist: Crooked teeth or (...)
You may have recently heard of the ‘Six month smile’, or ‘Magic Braces’, a braces treatment that claims to straighten teeth in less than six months. This technique simply uses normal conventional metal braces that are then placed on the teeth only for a short time. Because of this there (...)
One size doesn’t fit all. The only way to determine what braces are best for your smile is by having an initial consultation with a Specialist Orthodontist. There are several types of conventional, clear and invisible brace systems that may be suitable for you. In addition to what physically needs (...)
