Health, happiness and a confidence boosting smile are important to everyone.  Not to mention the benefits of a well aligned jaw and teeth to your overall oral health. We have many adults who did not have the opportunity or need for braces as a child visit us initially to explore their options. You’re never too […]

There are many different types of braces, ranging from the traditional metal braces that most of us are familiar with, to almost invisible clear braces. Let’s take a look at some of the more common braces in use today. Self-ligating braces Self-ligation might sound like something a lawyer would dream up, but it’s actually an […]

Orthodontics is a specialised area of dentistry, dealing with management and correction of abnormal and irregular teeth, jaws and face. It is therefore a specialty that improves facial appearance and creates great smiles. Orthodontics is just one of the 7 different dental specialties practiced, but only a fully qualified dentist is permitted to undertake the […]

Everyone is different, but we recommend having an initial examination with a specialist orthodontist at around the age of 8-10. This may seem quite young, but by this stage we are able to highlight potential teeth or jaw problems long before they actually occur. At this stage we will discuss any potential future issues we […]

In some cases treatment can start as early as 8 or 10, however, the most common age for orthodontic treatment to begin is between 10 and 12 for girls and 12 to 14 for boys.  Usually, after all of the ‘baby’ or deciduous teeth have been replaced by permanent teeth. There is no age limit […]