STIGMA AROUND BRACES A THING OF THE PAST

Stigma around Braces

New research from  the Australian Society of Orthodontists (ASO), confirms that attitudes towards braces have shifted significantly in recent years, with 7 in 10 children reacting with happiness or excitement to the news they need braces. The study of registered specialist orthodontists in Australia also found that: 94% of orthodontists have experienced parents bringing their […]

DO I NEED TO HAVE ALL MY WISDOM TEETH REMOVED?

Do I need to keep all my wisdom teeth

90% of people today get their wisdom teeth removed and it seems that wisdom teeth removal is just a “rite of passage”. But is it true that all wisdom teeth have to be removed? Most of us have 4 wisdom teeth, although some people are born without wisdom teeth and some have extras.  Officially known […]

HOW LONG WILL MY BRACES BE ON FOR?

How Long Will Braces Be On For

How long you’ll have your braces on is dependent upon the goals that you and Dr Mehta have for the final result.  Here are some of the important things that will determine the length of your treatment. Dr Mehta is a Specialist Orthodontist and he will propose a treatment plan that provides you with the […]