Orthodontics.

The term orthodontics comes from the Greek words ‘orthos’ meaning straight or correct and ‘dontia’ which means teeth. Orthodontics and Dento-facial Orthopaedics are specialties of dentistry whose main purpose is to treat abnormalities of the bite and jaws in children and adults. Improvements in the appearance of the teeth, smile and face are part of the cosmetic benefits derived from orthodontic treatment.

Our team is highly trained and skilled to treat a range of malocclusions including crowded or spaced teeth, extra or missing teeth, cleft lip/palate and a myriad of jaw or facial abnormalities. Malocclusions can be acquired or caused by known factors such as thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, dental disease, premature loss of primary teeth, accidents and injuries and some medical problems.