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Orthopaedic Orthodontics

This treatment is mainly reserved for children but in some circumstances, a fantastic option even for adults. It allows for the growth of the bones in the jaws and face to allow for all the adult teeth to come through normally.
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This treatment has been invaluable to our patients and practice because:

  • We do not extract adult teeth for orthodontic treatment
  • We improve airways (Nasal breathing)
  • Reduce future incidence of sleep apnoea
  • Treat and avoid causing temporomandibular disorders (TMD) such as clicking, lock jaw, migraines and vertigo.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, our dentist in Prospect is here to help with expert orthopaedic orthodontics. Whether it’s for your child or even for adults in certain cases, we ensure your treatment plan is tailored to support the growth of the jaw and facial bones for the proper alignment of adult teeth.

Before and After:

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Braces straight teeth Orthodontics

Common Questions.

We have compiled a few general questions relating to Orthopaedic Orthodontics, if you have a question of your own please don’t hesitate to contact our team.

What does Orthopaedic orthodontics involve?

There are usually 2 stages

  1. Orthopaedic appliance stage:
    1. This involves an appliance which is either removable or fixed in the mouth. This slowly expands and painlessly encourages the growth of the upper and/or lower jaw.
    2. Usually treatment lasts between 6-12 months. 
    3. The dentists reviews your progress with monthly appointments
  2. Orthodontic stage:
    1. Once all expansion has occurred, tooth alignment with orthodontic brackets may be required.
    2. This can usually be completed between 6-12 months
    3. The dentists reviews your progress with monthly appointments

What our customers are saying:

“ Really impressed with the orthodontic work, lots of consultation, easy to talk to and really happy with the end result. Highly recommend. “