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Way to a Winning Smile"
Orthodontic
treatment improves function, oral health, aesthetics, self
confidence and prepares the mouth for advanced dentistry.
There are many ways in which orthodontics can help you
to improve your oral health. If you have any of the following
problems, you may benefit from orthodontic treatment.
Tooth damage, gum disease, jaw joint problems, speech problems;
All caused by incorrect biting which may eventually lead
to unnecessary tooth loss.
Who needs Orthodontics?
It is not only children who can benefit from orthodontic
treatment and adult orthodontics is currently
enjoying immense popularity.
What is Orthondotics?
Orthodontics involves the corrections of malposition of
the teeth and jaws leading to the establishment of good
dental and facial aesthetics as well as tooth relationships
that will ensure excellent function.
The correction of the position of teeth can influence the
soft tissue of the face necessitating thorough analysis
of those facial features which will be affected by treatment.
Orthodontic treatment will reposition the teeth by gently
moving them to their correct position. This allows them
to function properly, they are easier to clean and dramatic
improvements in aesthetics are possible.
What is an Orthodontist?
Your orthodontist is a fully qualified dentist who has
returned to university to specialise in this complex and
fascinating field. This involves at least three years full
time additional postgraduate study. Most orthodontists restrict
their practices to the art and science of straightening
smiles and correcting functional problems related to the
bite or occlusion.
The choice of braces is yours. Three
styles are available: Conventional, Clear (Ceramic) and
Lingual (Invisible).

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