Orthodontics
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Orthodontics Norlane Geelong
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People of any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment. Teeth that are crooked, crowded, or that stick out affect the way your teeth look and work. Orthodontic treatment not only improves the look of your smile but your health as well.
Straight teeth are easier to clean and less likely to get tooth decay or injured. If you are not happy with the way your teeth look or work, orthodontic treatment may help.
Jasmine had orthodontics to straighten her teeth, look at that beautiful smile now!
People of any age can benefit from orthodontics. Crooked or crowded teeth affect the way your teeth look and function.
Orthodontic treatments not only improve the look of your smile but your health, too. Straight teeth are easier to manage and less likely to get tooth decay or damage.
If you are unhappy with the appearance or function of your teeth, orthodontic treatments may help.
What does Orthodontics do?
Orthodontics covers the diagnosis, prevention and correction of dental and facial irregularities occurring as a result of:
- A bad bite or malocclusion
- Missing or extra teeth
- Misaligned teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Crowded teeth
- An overbite
- An underbite
- Misaligned jaw position
- A disorder of the jaw joint
Orthodontic Treatment Options for Everyone
There are different types of braces, which are suitable for both adults and children.
These include:
- Invisible braces (Invisalign®)
- Cosmetic braces (ceramic or white brackets)
- Conventional braces (metal brackets)
Invisible Braces (Invisalign®)
The Invisalign® System is a virtually invisible and hygienic approach to straighten your teeth effectively.
Invisalign® treatment uses the unique SMARTForce Technology to create a series of custom-made removable aligners for you.
Just wear these aligners, made of virtually invisible material, over your teeth to move them to the ideal position gradually.
Conventional Braces (Metal Brackets)
These are the metal brackets and archwires that most people think of when they hear the word “braces.”
But, modern brackets are smaller and less obvious than the notorious “metal-mouth” braces.
Plus, new archwires use your body heat to help move teeth more quickly and less painfully than the older ones.
Cosmetic Braces (Ceramic or White Brackets)
Ceramic braces are the same size and shape as metal braces, except that they have tooth-coloured or clear brackets that blend into teeth.
Some even use tooth-coloured wires to be even less obvious.
Why You May Need Orthodontics
The position of your teeth and jaws affects your bite. Your bite is how your upper and lower teeth come together.
When the upper and lower teeth do not meet together properly, this is called a malocclusion or a bad bite.
Missing, crooked, crowded or protruding teeth can advance to a bad bite. Thumbsucking may also affect your bite.
A bad bite can give you a hard time chewing some foods and may cause teeth to wear down. It can also result in muscle tension and pain.
Teeth that stick out chip or break more easily. Crowded and crooked teeth are harder to maintain and may be more likely to get cavities and gum disease.
Fixing a bad bite improves your smile and your health. Different types of bad bites include an overbite, a crossbite, an overjet and an open bite.
Orthodontics in Norlane Geelong
Orthodontics performs a great role in building one’s self-esteem. At Norlane Dental Aesthetics and Implants, we provide reliable orthodontic solutions to irregular bites and jaw alignments.
Visit your Norlane dentist today…. your smile will thank you!
FREE Orthodontics Consultation
To claim your FREE Orthodontics Consultation in Norlane Geelong, call us on (03) 5278 2666 or book your appointment online.
We are located at 21 Princes Highway in Norlane.
Orthodontics Cases
(Before) – Patient with a minor overbite
(After) – Aligned teeth after orthodontic treatment
(Before) – Patient with minor alignment issues
(After) – Aligned teeth after orthodontic treatment
(Before) – Hayley with an excessive buccal corridor
(After) – Hayley with minimised buccal corridor
(Before) – Tom with unerupted upper canine and misaligned upper lateral incisors
(After) – Tom’s straightened teeth after orthodontic treatment
Jake had orthodontics and whitening at Norlane Dental Aesthetics and Implants
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I get orthodontic treatment?
Will braces hurt?
New technology allows us to use lighter pressure to move the teeth over a much shorter period. You can expect the braces to feel soreness for a few days after they are placed and after each adjustment. This can be relieved with an over-the-counter pain reliever.
Modern braces are smaller, more comfortable and use technology that reduces the discomfort. We use the latest in technology to reduce discomfort and treatment time.
What is the best age to see a dentist?
If you want to enhance the look and feel of your smile, then any age can be a great age to see a dentist.
Children are recommended first visit a dentist around the age of seven; however, orthodontic treatment is not exclusive to children and young adults, with about one in every four orthodontic patients being over the age of 21.
Whether you’re visiting for a check-up or considering to receive treatment, any time is an excellent time to see a dentist.