ORTHODONTICS

    "I would like to express my thanks to Grahame and his team for the excellent work they have done with my son’s orthodontic work. The process and cost was well explained from the outset and the result is a gorgeous smile. We have found the team at Duxton Dental friendly, caring and very professional. Thank you very much for a great job."
    Gill Kennedy

    Orthodontics Christchurch

    The aim of orthodontics is to produce a healthy, functional bite, creating greater resistance to disease and improving personal appearance. This contributes to mental and physical well-being. Straight white teeth have also been shown to help you in life.

    Most orthodontics is performed during the adolescent growth spurt and take advantage of facial growth, however these days we also treat many adults and younger children that have more pressing issues.

    At Duxton Dental we look at your present complaint or you may have been referred by the school dental service.

    We recommend having an orthodontic examination between 9 – 10 years of age so if things aren’t right, like missing adult teeth, and overbite or an underbite, we can save the need for treatment later on.

    Orthodontic Records

    If treatment is warranted, we take a series of records to confirm our initial findings. These include: Models of Jaw Scan, Photographic Series and an X-ray of the face. A cephalometric x-ray is often required to decide if the changes in the mouth are simply a tooth issue or whether there are underlying skeletal changes (facial bones).

    Once a diagnosis has been made a treatment plan is devised which includes type of appliances needed, the estimate of treatment time and costs involved.

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    Types of Orthodontic Appliances

    Teeth are moved by placing a light force on the teeth. This can be achieved by using braces and wires, plates, appliances or clear aligners (Invisalign).
    These days’ braces are not so noticeable especially with ceramic brackets which are tooth coloured.

    Braces - metal and ceramic

    Removable plates
    Cemented appliances

    More Info on Invisalign

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