THE ORTHODONTIC TEAM- WHO CARES FOR MY SMILE?
Who cares for my smile?
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Neurodiversity and Anxiety in Dentistry and Orthodontics
Dental and Orthodontic care can be adapted for Neurodiverse or Anxious people whose brains process the world differently—such as individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia and Dyspraxia. Why does Neurodiversity matter in Orthodontics? Orthodontic treatment may involve: For many neurodivergent people, these factors can interact with: What can be…
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Tooth positions and speech – What’s the relationship?
Children reach milestones at different ages, language development and speech ability is a big one! The process of developing speech is complicated. There are many factors which may influence this process including coordination of the muscles involved in pronunciation and the processing ability of the brain and nerves. The vocal cords, tongue, lips, hard and…
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Bonded Retainers following Orthodontic treatment.
When you have had braces or aligners to straighten your teeth it may be suggested by your Orthodontist to have a bonded /fixed wire placed behind your front teeth. Bonded retainers are an added assurance that front teeth will remain straight or gaps do not re-open. They are not for everyone and definitely DO NOT…
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The link between good oral hygiene and stroke prevention.
In an area of growing research scientists are discovering a direct link between oral hygiene and the risk of heart attack or stroke.
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Teeth Whitening following Orthodontic Treatment
Most of us would agree that having nice straight teeth with a white and sparking colour makes us feel more confident about our smiles, particularly after going through all the effort of Orthodontic treatment. Following this process your focus may shift to the colour or shade of your teeth. You may feel that now they…
