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By Dr Yana Itskovich, Specialist Orthodontist As an orthodontist, one of my key priorities is helping patients protect their teeth and jaws—not only through braces or aligners, but also by preventing injuries before they occur. A well-made mouthguard is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your child’s smile while they enjoy their favourite sports. Why Are Mouthguards So Important for Sport? If your child participates in any activity where there is a risk of contact or falls—such as football, rugby, AFL, hockey, basketball, netball, martial arts, or skateboarding—a properly fitted sports mouthguard is essential. Dental injuries…

Gone are the days when the only way to straighten your teeth was to put up with traditional metal braces, which were notoriously uncomfortable and visible. But thanks to advances in clear aligner technology, achieving straight teeth and a confident smile is now more discreet, comfortable, and personalised than ever. Two of the most popular options leading this orthodontic revolution are Spark Aligners and Invisalign, but when it comes to Spark Aligners vs Invisalign, which treatment option truly stands out? Spark Aligners Vs Invisalign Invisalign is a trade marked brand of clear aligners, whereas “clear aligners” are a category of…

When it comes to achieving that perfect smile, advancements in orthodontic technology in recent times has revolutionised the way we think about braces. Gone are the days when patients had to endure the discomfort and visual concerns of traditional metal braces. What are LightForce braces? LightForce™ braces are a fully customised, 3D-printed bracket system designed to match the unique tooth structure of each patient. This provides enhanced comfort but also a more discreet treatment experience. But how do these modern marvels stack up against their metallic counterparts? Whether you’re a teenager navigating your first journey into orthodontics or an adult…

Both Invisalign and braces are popular options to correct crooked teeth. But which one is the best? Keep reading to find out which of these two options is best for your teeth and your budget. Advantages of Braces Can be Used in the Most Extreme Cases Braces are sturdy and can correct severely crooked teeth, overbites, and more. Most importantly, braces, unlike aligners, do not rely on patient compliance. Variety of options including less visible There are different types of braces, including traditional metal braces, white ceramic braces that are more visually appealing, and lingual braces that are fitted to…

All orthodontists begin their careers as dentists before studying an extra three years to specialise in orthodontics. An orthodontist specialises in straightening teeth and aligning jaws. They are facial growth and dental development experts, trained in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. They are experts in all orthodontic care options such as braces, clear aligners and other orthodontic appliances that help treat poorly aligned jaws. Orthodontists are also able to assist with tooth movement caused by habits such as thumb sucking and even some forms of sleep apnoea. Referrals are not necessary, so if you are…

There are many reasons to see a Specialist orthodontist, to have your crooked teeth straightened, reduce gaps or correct misaligned teeth. Seeing a specialist orthodontist can help you achieve your perfect smile. Using their knowledge and expertise in facial irregularities and teeth movements, a Specialist Orthodontist can help you understand which treatment options are the best for you or your child. In addition to psychological benefits such as improved self-confidence due to straight teeth, there are a number of health benefits to straighter teeth. The main reason being straight teeth are easier to clean, which reduces the changes of tooth…

One Week with Braces After getting your braces on you may notice that your teeth and mouth feel tender and sore. Your lips, cheeks and tongue may also become irritated for the first couple of weeks as they start to toughen up and become accustomed to the braces. It is perfectly normal and we promise your mouth will not be sore forever! To relieve the pain, we recommend dissolving a teaspoon of salt in a cup of lukewarm water. Swish and gargle the salty mouthwash you have created, to soothe your tender mouth. We also recommend taking Panadol and nurofen…