In an ideal smile, teeth are aligned in a smooth row, with each tooth touching the one next to it and healthy gum in between. After orthodontic treatment, some patients notice that the gum between their teeth doesn’t look the same as before – there seem to be gaps between the teeth… Why is that? […]
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Simply put, lingual braces are braces that are attached to the inside surface of your teeth. Why choose Lingual braces? Chiefly for aesthetic reasons. Lingual braces are very discreet. The brackets and wires are attached to the inside surface of your teeth making it almost impossible to tell if a person is wearing braces. This
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Who does not want a perfect smile with beautiful white teeth? We know that orthodontists are the smile experts, using braces to straighten teeth, but where do veneers fit in? What are veneers? Veneers are very thin ceramic or porcelain covers that are fitted to the outside of your teeth to give you a brilliantly
There are so many myths about braces. Here are some of our favourite ones. If I kiss someone else with braces, our braces will get locked together This is a lovely myth, probably fuelled by a scene from a movie where this happened. But this is simply not realistic or likely. Braces pick up radio
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Perhaps the most common question we are asked is how much do braces cost? The cost of treatment is normally addressed as a payment plan spread over a period that is related to the expected duration of treatment The simple but rather vague answer is that monthly payments may vary between R2000 and R5000 per
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Choosing an orthodontist is a big decision. You will be trusting this person with your, or perhaps your child’s smile. You will be visiting them consistently for the next 18 months. You want to be sure to choose a specialist that will both give you the result you want, and be someone you look forward
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Many patients are concerned about whether or not they need a dentist referral to see an Orthodontist. Although a referral is common, it is not a necessity for consulting an orthodontist. You can make your own booking to visit the Orthodontist without a referral from your dentist if you have done the right research into
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It is never too late to get the smile you’ve always dreamed of. It is perfectly normal for an adult to have orthodontic treatment. Adults are increasingly seeking treatment as technology improves and wearing braces becomes less noticeable. The brackets used today are much smaller, and orthodontists now offer adult-specific treatments that make it seem
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This is a great question but it does not have a simple answer. Braces and clear aligners are very different and used for different reasons, and to solve different orthodontic problems. What are aligners? Aligners are very similar to the clear gum guard often worn by athletes who compete in contact sports. An aligner is
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