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Every person is different and responds differently to orthodontic treatments. A very common question and concern for patients undergoing orthodontic treatments is the ongoing maintenance of their teeth. Retainers are a vital device used to maintain the realigned position of teeth after your braces have been removed. As part of (...)
A lot of people are confused as to whether they require a referral to visit an orthodontist. Most people are referred to us here at Norwest Orthodontics by their dentist in particular because they are generally the first people to recognise the need for further orthodontic services. But unlike other (...)
Orthodontic procedures and services do not have a time limit or “too old” threshold, but it is important to make sure your child is getting the right treatment, at the optimum time for their development. As with all parts of physical growth, tooth and jaw development will differ greatly from (...)
Dr. Shimanto Purkayastha is the principal specialist at Norwest Orthodontics, and is the only Australasian Orthodontic Board Certified Specialist Orthodontist in the Norwest area. Knowing that the field was of great interest and the very nature of the work would continue to challenge and drive his career, Shimanto decided early (...)
Early orthodontic screening for children is able to recognise and correct potential problems before they become serious. Along with the Australian Society of Orthodontists, Norwest Orthodontics specialist Dr. Shimanto Purkayastha, the only Australasian Orthodontic Board Certified Specialist Orthodontist in the Norwest area, recommends children have an orthodontic screening by seven to (...)
What did you get up to over the Queen’s birthday long weekend? (June 8th) I took some extra time off work around the long weekend and travelled to Italy. I have always been fascinated by their history, art, food and culture. It was an amazing experience! Hopefully I get to (...)
Invisalign invisible braces are the ideal way to give your teen the beautiful smile they deserve so they can move into early adulthood with more confidence and a straight smile. For most teenagers there is absolutely no appeal to the thought of metal, clunky braces on their teeth as they (...)
Everyone knows the wonders that braces can do to your smile, but are there any side-effects to wearing braces? While there are some potential side-effects to your orthodontic treatment, most of these can be avoided if you take care to follow the instructions outlined by your specialist orthodontist. 1. Changes (...)
1. How long have you worked in Dental and Orthodontics? I started working as a dental nurse in the Blue Mountains when I was 16 years old and stayed working as a dental nurse for four years. I have worked as both a dental nurse and receptionist in Orthodontics for six years (...)
Norwest Orthodontics’ Specialist Orthodontist, Dr. Shimanto Purkayastha, has proudly achieved Australian Orthodontic Board Certification recognising his commitment to clinical excellence in Orthodontics. Dr Purkayastha is the only Australasian Orthodontic Board Certified Specialist Orthodontist in the Norwest area. To achieve board certification a doctor must not only already be a Registered (...)
