Tooth brushing tips for braces   At Inline Orthodontics, we aim to give every one of our patients the opportunity to achieve the beautiful smile that they deserve.  We aim to accomplish this through our high-quality orthodontic treatments, including many types of braces. However, attaining a great smile requires more than just orthodontic treatment – it requires a constant commitment to oral hygiene. If you happen to be wearing braces, here are some proper oral hygiene tips we suggest to keep your mouth as healthy as it can be. BRUSH THREE TIMES A DAY Good oral hygiene is ..read more

Whats the deal with Fast Braces?? For the last few years I have been receiving daily emails from companies promoting ‘Quick/Rapid/6-month/Fast braces’ orthodontic treatments performed by general dentists. Many of the dentists that promote these courses have only done a ‘single weekend’ course to obtain their ‘certification’. In contrast, a specialist orthodontist is required to undertake a full time 3 year degree where patients are treated under supervision along with regular examinations. The companies that promote these weekend courses often make many claims that have little or no scientifi ..read more

Manual or Electric toothbrush? This is a question that has caused a lot of discussion in the past. Are electric toothbrushes really more effective than a manual toothbrush in cleaning your teeth, removing plaque and reducing inflammation? We’ll look at a number of key differences below. Manual toothbrush vs Electric toothbrush Manual toothbrushes are much cheaper than electric toothbrushes. This means that many people will replace them more often. As they’re normally much smaller in size, they easily fit in your school bag, hand bag or suitcase, so you never have to go without having a tooth ..read more

Common Orthodontic Problems Crowding: Crowding is one of the most common orthodontic problems. When there are too many teeth or the teeth are too large for the size of the jaws, crowding can occur. The causes of crowding can be many and varied. Early loss of primary teeth or habits such as thumb sucking are known be a cause of crowding. Consequences of crowding can be unattractive smile, difficulty brushing or flossing, uneven tooth wear and gingivitis. Orthodontic treatment is needed to correct crowding and this can be preformed with braces or invisalign. Overjet: Overjet is another common o ..read more

  Truth 1: Invisalign Aligners are virtually invisible Compared to traditional metal braces or clear braces, Invisalign treatment uses aligners instead of braces and they are virtually invisible. Whilst lingual braces can be placed on the inside of the teeth, these are often more uncomfortable than traditional braces and don't have the benefits or comfort of Invisalign. Truth 2: Tooth brushing is extremely important You will need to brush after every meal to reduce the risk of enamel demineralization (white spots) or decay throughout the treatment period. Brushing and flossing need ..read more

Metal Vs Clear Braces Metal Braces Metal braces or dental braces are the most common form of orthodontic treatment performed. First invented more than 100 years ago, metal braces have stood the test of time.  The brackets (attachments on the teeth) are made from stainless steel, titanium or a metal alloy for strength. The wire used is also made of metal and can be made from nickel titanium or stainless steel. The coloured O-rings or modules are used to secure the wire to the bracket on each tooth. Braces have come a long way since the ‘traditional braces’ and they are now much ..read more

We now have a free initial consultation for all our new orthodontic patients. No referral is needed. Call us on 07 3488 0002. The post Free initial Consultation appeared first on Inline Orthodontics ..read more