By Orthodontic Gallery on Referrals and Orthodontics. Orthodontist Referral Orthodontists specialise in straightening teeth. At Orthodontic Gallery we are a private only practice so, anyone can visit our Orthodontists for an assessment, you don’t need a referral from your dentist. Of course if your dentist has advised you may need Orthodontic treatment we would welcome…
Category Archives: Adult Orthodontics
By Orthodontic Gallery on Orthodontics and Invisalign. What is Invisalign? When scrolling through social media, you may have noticed a number of adverts for orthodontic solutions such as clear aligners and invisible braces. Don’t be fooled by the imitators; Invisalign was the first to create this groundbreaking innovation in teeth-straightening technology and it remains the…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Braces and Orthodontics. Before You Get Braces Getting braces is an exciting endeavor, but before you take the leap there are a few things to consider and check off your list. At Orthodontic Gallery we’ve got you covered. We offer Free Video and In-Practice Consultations with a treatment coordinator. Our friendly…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Brace After Care and Dental Hygiene. Taking Care of Your Braces So you’ve had your braces fitted, you’re one step closer to your dream straight smile. But now you need to take care of them. Your commitment to maintaining your braces is the key to ensuring you achieve successful results from…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Malocclusion and Oral Hygiene. What is a Malocclusion? Malocclusion, is a condition in which the teeth and jaws are misaligned. Misalignment can occur in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. Misaligned teeth can lead to an uneven bite that affects chewing and speaking abilities. Misaligned teeth can also cause overcrowding…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Fixed Braces and Oral Hygiene. Keeping Your Braces Clean Taking care of your oral hygiene is always important, but it is even more so when you have braces. When wearing braces, tiny bits of food can become trapped between the brackets and wires on your teeth and if these are not…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Diastema and Orthodontics. What is a Diastema? A diastema is a gap between two teeth, commonly the upper central incisors, however a gap between two teeth can occur between any teeth. In this blog we will look at the treatment of a diastema caused by an oversized labial frenum (the tissue…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Orthodontics and Retainers. What is an Orthodontic relapse? An Orthodontic relapse is when a patient’s teeth move out of their new alignment and back to their original position after their active Orthodontic treatment. This is usually due patients not wearing their retainers. It is vital to wear your retainers as prescribed…
By Orthodontic Gallery on Adult Orthodontics and Invisalign. Adult Braces The number of adults choosing to have Orthodontic treatment continues to rise year on year. But does Orthodontic treatment as an adult actually work? Although childhood is the ideal time to correct the positioning of the teeth, orthodontics absolutely works for adults. In a lot…