A smile is perhaps one of the most powerful communication tools at our disposal. Whether you are in a bad mood or an awkward conversation, a smile would always help! A smile can be attractive, confident, and happy.
Many people develop misalignment in their teeth and jaws (what dentists call “malocclusions”) from a young age which may negatively impact self esteem, quality of life and may even result in other conditions such as speech difficulties. This is the value of orthodontics. Orthodontics corrects misalignment which in turn enhances your attractive smile and quality of life that will last a lifetime (provided you properly care for your teeth).
Common concerns of people considering orthodontic treatment are the aesthetic and comfort factors associated with traditional metallic braces during the treatment period. Fortunately, the evolution of modern orthodontics has made available a wide range of options, such as clear ceramic brackets and the inconspicuous Invisalign®, catered to your physical conditions, needs and budget.
Find out more about orthodontics treatments available through consultation with us today.
Many children suffer from misaligned teeth and jaws. An attractive smile can increase self confidence and positively impact the development of your child both physically and mentally.
Not at all. In fact, sooner is often better depending on your child’s circumstances. Early identification and treatment will not only enhance your child’s smile, but may also benefit the profile of their facial structure.
Typically 1-2 years but ultimately subject to each child’s unique circumstances.
Regular visits to the dentist for check-ups and adjustments would be required during the treatment period.
Traditional braces system ties the wire onto the brackets which creates friction and use heavier forces to move teeth.
Whereas, self-ligating braces use innovative technology to minimise friction from the wire and bracket system. Each individual bracket has a door that allows the wire to slide in loosely, while moving the teeth with less pressure. This means treatment is more comfortable, and faster without compromising the result!
Damon Braces give you a broader, healthier smile with less time and greater comfort than conventional braces.
Damon™ uses state-of-art technology which consist of a highly researched, shape-memory wire engineered by NASA (yes, the space company). With this patented wire, treatment is more comfortable, teeth move faster, and fewer visits for adjustment is required.
For more self-conscious patients, Damon ™ clear, ceramic brackets are also available.
The patient of 10y.o. suffers from malocclusions in the upper jaw, resulting in their eye tooth being “trapped” due to insufficient space (red circle). The trapped eye tooth causes discomfort in chewing and may potentially give rise to other complications down the road.
Expander and braces were applied to gradually make space for the eye tooth. Treatment was painless with no extractions were required.
Remarkable improvement was achieved following 8 months of treatment. There is now sufficient room for the eye tooth to grow out. The patient’s upper jaw profile also improved significantly.
