Help! My braces are broken.
A wire or bracket can break during braces treatment, resulting in cuts or ulcers inside the mouth. If left unfixed, it may prolong your treatment duration. There is nothing to panic about, but you should take action to get your braces fixed. How can braces break? The most common cause of breakages during orthodontic treatment […]
THE RISKS OF “DIY” BRACES
While cheap DIY braces might sound tempting, don’t be fooled. Orthodontics Australia (the Orthodontic Society’s public advice channel) is strongly urging consumers to be wary of the safety risks of cheap, DIY orthodontic products now being offered in Australia. https://orthodonticsaustralia.org.au/consumer-alert-mail-order-orthodontic-treatments/ These do-it-yourself (DIY) products are sold direct to consumers, often at a low cost and […]
DOES MY ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT REQUIRE EXTRACTIONS?
Orthodontic treatment involves the application of different forces on teeth to place them in their ideal positions and can be achieved with braces or sequential aligners (such as Invisalign) by the friendly team at Mehta Orthodontics. Tooth extraction will only be recommended by Dr Mehta if it is absolutely necessary for the success of orthodontic […]
Apart from LOOKING GOOD, why are straight teeth important?
Having straight teeth not only gives you a beautiful smile, it also contributes to your overall health. The major health benefit of straight teeth is that it is easier to clean straight teeth compared to crooked teeth. Healthy teeth – The toothbrush bristles can reach almost every surface of straight teeth and floss is easier […]
HOW CAN I HELP MY ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT FINISH?
We get this question a lot! Most patients are understandably quite eager to complete their orthodontic treatment as quickly as possible. Dr Mehta will customise your treatment plan at your first consultation. We can then give you an estimated treatment time at this initial consultation. However, everyone has a different biological response to orthodontic treatment, […]
ALL ABOUT ELASTICS
Braces work by gently applying pressure to the teeth to gradually move them into the correct position. In some cases, orthodontic elastics (also known as rubber bands) are used to apply additional pressure in a specific direction to move individual teeth or groups of teeth and are commonly used to improve your bite. Customised for […]
Going on Holidays With Your Braces
If you are wearing braces or any other orthodontic appliance and are planning a holiday, you need to be prepared. Here are a list of handy items to pack when going on holidays with braces or other orthodontic appliances: Travel toothbrush Comfort wax Floss Interdental brush A water bottle Elastics (if Dr Mehta has instructed […]
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR YOUR BRACES
Our team at Mehta Orthodontics want to ensure you and your braces get off to a good start on your journey to achieving a beautiful smile. You will get to know your braces quite well in the first few months, so here are some tips for you and your braces to develop the best relationship. […]
HOW OLD IS TOO OLD FOR BRACES?
Ideally, human teeth would line up as neatly as the keys on a piano. Unfortunately, many people must contend with crooked teeth, crowded smiles, or poorly aligned bites. There is no upper age limit for getting braces and more adults are opting for orthodontic treatment and coming away with excellent results. As long as you […]
RETAINING YOUR BRAND NEW SMILE
Wearing retainers is equally as important as your orthodontic treatment! Orthodontic treatment with braces or clear aligners will create a beautiful smile, but wearing retainers afterwards is what maintains and protects your smile into the future. The importance of a retainer Retainers are custom-made orthodontic appliances that are designed to hold the teeth in their […]
