Background On Dental Implants Before the 20th Century, a lost tooth was all but impossible to replace. The best options were dentures. But these were awkward, having to be taken out and reglued each day. At least they could look neat. By the late 20th century we had dental bridges, where a false tooth was […]

What’s so great about Invisalign, the next generation of orthodontics? Invisalign is a new orthodontic technology born in the USA, a leading dental country. By using transparent aligners (mouthpieces) instead of metal bridges, it is inconspicuous when worn and hardly noticed by others, making it an extremely popular orthodontic method that currently treats more than […]

The wisdom teeth grow at the back of your gums and are the last teeth to come through. Most people have 4 wisdom teeth (1 in each corner). Wisdom teeth usually grow through the gums during the late teens or early twenties. By this time, the other 28 adult teeth are usually in place, so there […]

You may be thinking, “I brush my teeth every morning and every night, so I don’t need a checkup. If you are thinking “I brush my teeth every morning and every night, so I don’t need a checkup! Teeth are not evenly aligned and there are many gaps between the teeth! Plaque, a mass of […]

There are two main reasons for starting orthodontic treatment. (1) The patient wants to be cured. (2) Cases in which orthodontic treatment is recommended by the dentist as a result of treatment for a tooth, such as a tooth eruption. (Bite problems) Cases in which patients may want to be cured Many people begin orthodontic […]

Why use CEREC? The old way of doing dental restorations was for you to have at least two visits. During the first visit your dentist would examine the affected area, put a temporary restoration in and send you away so the permanent ceramic filler could be made. This could take weeks in some situations, and it meant […]

Just like specialists in medical operating theatre, our practice has embraced the use of high-tech microscopes in both clinic studios for magnification to maintain the highest treatment standards.   Since 2004, like the top 3% of dentists in Australia, we have installed high-tech microscopes in all of our studios as part of our preventive and […]

What is an orthodontic retainer? A retainer is a device designed to hold the teeth in position once they have been moved into the right place using braces. A permanent retainer is a line of metal that is attached to the inside of the teeth to stop them moving. Retainers are used at the end […]

Is orthodontic treatment for children or young people? Many people think that orthodontics should be done when they are young, but we have even had people in their 70’s start Invisalign treatment. There are many reasons why adults choose orthodontic treatment to correct an imperfect smile. Not only do straight teeth look good, they are […]

 we’re here to help you boost your oral health with some essential tips! Tip #1: Brush before bedtime Bacteria in your mouth party all night long, so brushing before bed is a must. At night you produce less saliva to fight the acid that bacteria create in your mouth, which can lead to cavities, irritated […]