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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 (...)
Not so long ago, braces and teens were almost synonymous, but now an increasing number of Australian adults are considering and undergoing orthodontic treatment. They’re doing it to boost their self-esteem, improve their oral health and attain the smile they always dreamed of. If you’re among the adults considering braces, (...)
While orthodontic treatment is designed to straighten teeth and correct a misaligned bite, the technology behind them is not universal. In fact, treatment has come a long way in the past two decades with different styles, types and techniques available. At Norwest Orthodontics, our system of choice is Damon Braces, (...)
When it comes to the value of a great smile, the statistics speak for themselves, with 60 per cent of Australians indicating they believe a good smile gives you confidence. It begs the question, if you would like a great smile but haven’t yet seen an orthodontist, what’s stopping you (...)
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 (...)
There aren’t many industries that haven’t been affected by rapid technology advancements and automation that have dramatically change how processes are done and built in layers of efficiencies never before seen. A Perth company has even recently launched Hadrian, a brick laying robot who can work 24 hours a day (...)
Wearing braces can have a stigma attached and for many young adults lead to new, unwanted nicknames - brace face, metal mouth etc. So we often hear teens pleading with their parents not to make them get braces, or even adults wanting at great smile but not having to go (...)
To help you understand what we are talking to you about during your orthodontic treatment, we’ve put together a quick list of braces lingo we use and what it means. Braces is the term for the device that we will use to start your orthodontic treatment, and are generally comprised (...)
The concept of needing braces can be a daunting process regardless of your age. Braces for adults and braces for kids both hold an element of unease with them. With orthodontic technology advancing, there are great products being offered to alleviate the discomfort of wearing braces. Damon braces are a (...)
Where possible, extraction is best to be avoided at the best of times. Extraction used to be a popular option when undergoing orthodontics braces, yet there are many custom orthodontics options now available that escape the need for extraction. For example, many orthodontists in Sydney opt for expanders, an expander (...)
