How much do braces cost?
How much do braces cost? This question is comparable to asking a builder how much to build a house? The cost will depend on many different factors. First of all, the orthodontist needs to undertake a clinical examination to establish the severity and complexity of the situation. X-rays and moulds...
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Metal Braces - the new bling?
Let’s face it – metal braces have gotten a bad rep over the years. Parents of patients will often have stories about the "bands" they had when they were younger. Do not despair - metal braces have come a long way. Today, metal braces are small and sleek. My patients are often surprised at their&h...
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Your braces are off. What now?
Your orthodontist has finally told you that you’re ready to have your braces removed. Your braces-off appointment has been booked! So what are “retainers” that you have to wear once the braces come off? Retainers are designed to maintain the alignment of the teeth. They come in all different shap...
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Adults and Braces
A recent survey by the Australian Society of Orthodontists showed that two thirds of Australians believe that a good smile gives you confidence. A third of those surveyed also believed that a person’s teeth is the first thing they notice when they meet someone. A recent article in Time magazine s...
How to find the right orthodontist
An orthodontist is a specialist who has undertaken extra three years of post-graduate studies on top of their general dental degree. In Australia, the Orthodontics program is offered only at the following Universities – Adelaide, Melbourne, Queensland, Sydney and Western Australia. Most doctors w...