Will braces interfere with my hobbies?

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Experiencing orthodontic treatment and having braces should not get in the way of your favourite hobbies such as a sporting activity or playing a musical instrument. The good news is that braces are designed to fit as seamlessly as possible into a patient’s lifestyle because orthodontists don’t want you or your child to have to […]

LightForce or Invisalign – which option do I choose?

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When it comes to orthodontic treatment, there are various options available to help you achieve the smile you want. Two of the many forms of treatment provided at Mehta Orthodontics are LightForce Braces and Invisalign Aligners. Both treatment methods offer effective solutions in correcting your smile, but which method is the right choice for you? […]

A Revolutionary Treatment to Make you Smile!

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At Mehta Orthodontics we strive to bring a level of care that is best practice globally.  Braces have been around for more than 50 years with minimal change, until now. Dr Mehta and his staff recently had the opportunity to attend the LightForce Symposium in San Diego. Dr Mehta says “I am simply blown away […]

Top Tips for Brushing and Flossing with Braces

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Braces are incredibly efficient for correcting teeth, jaw alignment and bite. Despite this, braces can attract and harbour bacteria and food. Brushing and flossing can therefore be challenging when you have braces, but it is important to maintain good oral hygiene to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Keeping your pearly whites nice and clean […]

3D Printed Clear Ceramic Braces from Light Force

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Mehta Orthodontics is excited to share with you the forefront of Orthodontic technology. We are bringing all of our patients an experience like no other and the opportunity to be the first to try lightforce technology in Australia. 3D printing technology is being used in the Orthodontic industry to create clear ceramic braces, a new […]

Why Digital Technologies are Dramatically Improving Orthodontic Results

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At Mehta Orthodontics we understand the importance of digital advancements in the orthodontic world. We are already at the forefront of technology with our digital scans and clear aligner technology.  We are excited to announce we are now the first orthodontic practice in Australia to have Lightforce 3D printing. Haven’t heard about Lightforce 3D braces? […]

New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthy Smile

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Happy New Year to our Mehta Orthodontics family! We have had the most amazing 2022 and we are ready for an even better 2023. It is this time of year that we work on our New Year’s Resolutions and we want to make the process easier for you. If you are in treatment with us […]

Benefits of Getting Braces as an Adult

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Have you been thinking of getting braces? You are not alone. Over half of Australians adults are self-conscious about their teeth, and more than two-thirds are considering treatment to improve their smile. It might feel strange being an adult and wanting to get braces, as you’re not a teenager anymore! We want you to feel […]

Retainers – Everything You Need to Know

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You have finally completed your orthodontic treatment and it is time to show off your beautiful smile! Regardless of the type of orthodontic treatment you have had, an important way we can help you maintain your beautiful smile is to provide you with retainers. Below are our answers to the questions we regularly get from […]

When Should Your Child See An Orthodontist?

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At Mehta Orthodontics we frequently get asked, “what age should my child see an orthodontist?”.  You might think that your teeth need to look and feel good but an important part of the orthodontic assessment is for your child to have a healthy bite and grow up with a jaw that is properly aligned. This […]