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A bad bite can be not only unappealing to look at, but can also come with a myriad of potential oral health problems that can lead to serious health conditions that may impact your daily life. Fortunately, bad bites can be corrected with orthodontic treatment from a Specialist Orthodontist. “Occlusion” (...)
There is no reason why people with braces have to stop playing and enjoying sports. Sports related injuries to the mouth and jaw are some of the most common injuries received. When playing a wide range of sports mouthguards are recommended, because they can help cushion a blow to the (...)
Excess saliva can be a common side effect when you first get braces; however patients need not be concerned as it doesn’t last too long. Anything you place in your mouth sets off receptors in your brain, producing more saliva to prepare to digest food. So when you add braces (...)
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 (...)
Norwest Orthodontics wishes you a very Merry Christmas and safe travels this holiday season! We will be closed between the dates Thursday 18th December to Monday 5th January! If you happen to experience an acute dental emergency in the time we are away, please don’t hesitate to use our common (...)
Braces can be uncomfortable. But, what’s actually causing that pain, and is it worth it? Your mouth is a very sensitive part of your body, and small changes can introduce some discomfort during orthodontic treatment. However, that discomfort is a sign that your orthodontic treatment is actually working! During your (...)
With the proper care, braces will not damage your teeth. However, it’s important to follow the care instructions we give you to ensure that problems do not arise during your orthodontic treatment. When you start your orthodontic treatment, our Specialist Orthodontist Dr. Purkayastha will give you some oral care instructions (...)
During pregnancy, many changes occur within the body which affect your oral health. Some pregnant women can experience sensitive teeth and gums. Despite this, orthodontic treatment during pregnancy is safe, and is an effective way of improving the aesthetics of your smile while also improving your overall health. If you (...)
With one in five of our orthodontic patients over the age of 18, we are often asked 'which braces are the best for adults'? Over the past decade, braces have come a long way, and with more options than ever, it's no wonder why adults are finding orthodontic treatment more (...)
After years of braces treatment to get your child’s teeth perfect and with a straight and beautiful smile, the last thing you need is for wisdom teeth to come along and ruin all that work. For our patients who have braces applied pre-teens or early teens, wisdom teeth don’t really (...)
