Orthodontics
Our smile is the first thing to be noticed when meeting others. It is both a powerful communication tool and a marker of confidence. Crooked or misaligned teeth can often dim our smiles or make us conscious in social settings. In the long run, this can become taxing.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that diagnoses and treats the mispositioning of teeth and jaws. The treatment involves straightening or correcting misaligned, crooked teeth and realigning one’s bite.
The Importance of Orthodontics
While many assume orthodontics to be an elective treatment in order to aesthetically improve one’s teeth and smile, this branch of dentistry offers more benefits than just a beautiful smile. In fact, most of the benefits offered are crucial in order to stay healthy and confident.
Improved bite and ability to chew
Aligning the teeth correctly improves the bite, making biting into foods and chewing easier. The improved bite also eliminates issues like grinding of the teeth.
Enhanced speech
Misaligned teeth can often cause impairments in speech, from an inability to pronounce certain to the possibility of a lisp. With your teeth corrected, your speech is enhanced, allowing you to communicate with ease.
Better oral health
With your teeth straightened, the gums and teeth become easier to clean, improving your overall oral health.
Orthodontic Treatment Options at Casey Smiles
At Casey Smiles, we offer patients a range of orthodontic treatment, from traditional metal braces, ceramic braces and clear correct aligner treatment. Some of these procedures include:
Metal and Ceramic Braces
Traditional metal braces are comfortable due to their small size and lower profile. We generally use these for teens and adults that are less concerned with the aesthetics. We also offer ceramic braces which offer the same low profile and metal braces however that are more discreet. Metal and ceramic braces work exactly the same.
Lingual Braces
For those with major alignment issues who are conscious of getting metal or ceramic braces in Cranbourne, lingual braces can work just as well. These are braces fixed to the back of the teeth, making them invisible to others while still being effective. Compared to clear aligners used in treating minor alignment issues, metal and ceramic braces offer effective treatment, irrespective of the severity of misalignment.
Retainers
Retainers are a common orthodontic appliance recommended by dentists once the braces have been taken off. These are prescribed in order to maintain the corrected position of the teeth in the long term so that they do not shift back to their earlier position.
Clear Correct
Clear Correct straightens teeth using clear plastic aligners rather than traditional braces. These are ideal for those who need teeth correction without making it visible. The aligners are removable and easy to maintain. You can visit Clear Correct for more information on the aligners.
If you’re looking to enhance your smile by correcting your teeth’s misalignment, you can visit us to find the best treatment for you, whether through aligners or braces in Cranbourne. A simple consultation can help us assess your oral health and provide the ideal treatment for you.
You can avail our services in suburbs like Carrum Downs, Cape Schanc, Clyde, Dandenong, Dandenong South , Dromana , Flinders , Frankston , Hallam , Hastings , Mornington , Narre Warren , Red Hill , Rosebud and Skye
Studies show that one in ten people in Australia suffer from sleep apnoea to varying degrees. Of these, 80% are left undiagnosed. However, if undiagnosed and untreated, OSA may be a contributing factor in systemic and pulmonary hypertension, coronary artery disease, stroke, congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, increased motor vehicle accidents, and mortality. It, therefore, becomes essential to identify the symptoms and consider getting sleep apnoea treatment from a trusted Melbourne clinic at the earliest sign.
Who is at risk of obstructive sleep apnoea?
Anyone, irrespective of age, can be at risk of suffering from obstructive sleep apnoea. Children are as susceptible to the disorder as adults, although those higher in age (above 40 years) have a more increased risk. Certain other factors are also known to increase the chances of one suffering from the disorder. These factors include –
Gender: Men are more prone to the disorder than women.
Genetics: People with family members affected by the disorder are more likely to suffer from it.
Health condition: 30-50% of people who have a high blood pressure and struggle to bring it down suffer from sleep apnoea.
Oral health issues: People who suffer from bruxism, have crooked or broken teeth, or have teeth that are crowded are more likely to have sleep apnoea. Dry mouth or breathing through the mouth is yet another indication of sleep apnoea.
Apart from these there could be numerous other factors indicating a case of sleep apnoea which can properly be diagnosed at your nearest dental clinic in Melbourne.
How can dentistry assist with sleep apnoea?
With the help of a noted sleep apnoea clinic in Melbourne, dental intervention can be a part of the treatment plan for people with OSA. One of the main forms of dental treatment is the provision of a customised dental appliance known as a Mandibular Advancement Splint (MAS).
The Mandibular Advancement Splint is a small device, similar to an orthodontic retainer or a sports mouthguard, that is placed on the top of the teeth during sleep. It gently moves the lower jaw forward, bringing the tongue with it, thereby preventing the soft tissue at the back of the throat and the base of the tongue from collapsing back into the airway and obstructing airflow.
What are the benefits of Mandibular Advancement Splints?
Mandibular Advancement Splints offer a number of important benefits to people with OSA. They are:
- Safe to use whilst sleeping
- Highly effective in eliminating snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea
- Custom fitted for optimal comfort
- Easily adjusted over time, lessening the need for replacement
- Non-invasive and pain-free
- Small and discreet
Considerations
Mandibular Advancement Splints are most commonly recommended for people with mild to moderate OSA. Your dentist, often in consultation with a sleep physician, will confirm your suitability for a Mandibular Advancement Splint.
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Composite veneers generally last around 5-8 years. What you eat, how you clean, and how you use them play a big part in their longevity. With regular maintenance and care, they can last longer.
If the full surface of the tooth requires coverage with resin, the cost is $750 per tooth. If only a portion of the tooth requires coverage then the fee will be adjusted accordingly. Payment plans are available.
They cannot be whitened with conventional teeth whitening. However, they can be polished and this is recommended at least once a year to keep them smooth and shiny.
Invisalign® is a way of discreetly straightening your teeth. A series of customized plastic trays made of a proprietary material is worn 22 hours a day. Each sequential aligner moves the teeth gently resulting in significant changes at the end of your Invisalign journey.
After completing your Invisalign® treatment, we need to ensure that your perfectly straight teeth do not move. Teeth often want to move back to their original positions, so we provide you with retainers. You need to wear your retainers regularly to preserve your new smile.
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