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For many people who have braces, a magical date looms large on the calendar. It’s the day when the braces come off and that beautiful smile is finally revealed. It’s certainly an event to celebrate and at Norwest we revel in the big reveal just as much as our clients. (...)
If you’ve invested time, effort and money in achieving the perfect smile through braces, the last thing you want to do is taint those pearly whites. And the truth is there are a host of foods many of us consume each and every day which can do exactly that. From (...)
No matter your age, there’s no time like the present to embrace a great smile, and the truth is the benefits of a confident, unbridled smile can extend into areas of your life you never imagined. From how you’re perceived to your inner happiness and health, here are five reasons (...)
These days braces are almost a right of passage for children entering their teen years and for most kids the news they require them is taken in their teenage stride. Some, however, may have a few reservations or doubts. If your child is baulking at the prospect, here’s eight things (...)
Whether it’s the dentist, the doctor or the orthodontist, a child’s first visit to a health professional presents a new environment that some may find intimidating. At Norwest Orthodontics we see patients as young as six who are experiencing their first interaction with the orthodontist and have designed our practice (...)
When it comes to making a positive change there’s a great old saying: “The best time to start was yesterday, the next best time is now”. That’s certainly the case when it comes to creating the perfect, healthy smile you deserve through adult orthodontics. At Norwest Orthodontics, we firmly believe (...)
Orthodontics isn’t just about creating a visually appealing smile, it’s also about good oral health and long-term wellbeing. With breathing problems among the long list of issues that orthodontic intervention can assist in resolving, this blog will highlight the link between jaw formation, orthodontics and breathing problems, and how an orthodontist (...)
When Australian newsreader and TV presenter Leila McKinnon took the orthodontic plunge and donned adult braces a couple of years ago, social media went into a frenzy. She was soon to become the poster girl of adult braces, along with other celebrities including Angelina Jolie and Delta Goodrem, and the (...)
When most people consider orthodontics, their mind turns to the technology of braces, retainers and clear aligners. Yet, behind the scenes there’s a wealth of further technology at play, allowing for more accurate imaging, faster treatment and a comfortable experience for patients. At Norwest Orthodontics, we’re proud to have some (...)
For those who haven’t experienced braces, one of the most common questions is: “Will they cause discomfort?” It’s only natural people want to know what they can expect or how braces may impact their life. The good news is braces are a lot less intrusive than many believe and any (...)
