At HDC we focus on holistic treatment as this is our philosophy of care. 

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What is Early Interceptive Orthodontics?

• Starting from a young age, 5 years old, helps correct tongue and jaw position during the development & assist the correct tongue swallow which is critical in maintaining the harmonious balance between muscles, teeth & external forces.

• It decreases bad habits like:

  • tongue thrusting

  • mouth breathing which leads to gum disease & demineralisation of teeth

  • teeth grinding, etc.

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What is Functional Orthodontics?

• Aside from orthodontics being used to straighten teeth, there are other possible concerns to consider.

• Firstly, crowding would mean the teeth have invaded the tongue space.

• If the tongue space is invaded it forces the tongue in one direction, and that is Back, causing blockage of the airway.

• This can contribute to snoring as well as sleep apnoea, Tempro Mandibular Disorders, Gastric Reflux, Etc.

• When patients are younger, expansion appliances (removable or fixed) can be used to help patients with crowding by expanding the arch, making space for the crowded teeth rather than extractions.

• Sometimes, however, we are left with no option aside from extractions.

• Removable appliances can also be used to help with other areas, like correction of a Cross Bite or Mandibular Tanslation etc.

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What are Braces?

• Braces are small brackets that are bonded onto the teeth and connected using wires.

• They come in Metal & Ceramic (which is more aesthetic).

• The Braces that we use are called Self Ligating Brackets which have smooth, gliding gates to hold the wire in place & it doesn't need elastic bands which limit & delay movement of teeth.

• Together with Nickel Titanium, Copper Nickle Titanium & Thermal wires they help move the teeth faster while still using the least force.

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Orthodontic treatment plan depends on orthodontic records ($400) which will then determine length of treatment and cost of treatment.

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Early interceptive orthodontics - from 5 years old. Helps reduce treatment needed in the

future. Helps improve swallow pattern, which in turn helps improve development.

 

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Stages according to Degree of Complexity:

 

STAGE 1 - MILD

• Upto 12 months orthodontic treatment $5900.

     

 

STAGE 2 - INTERMEDIATE

• Upto 18 months orthodontic treatment $6900.

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STAGE 3 - SEVERE

• Upto 24 months orthodontic treatment $7900.

  

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STAGE 4 - COMPLEX

• Upto 36 months orthodontic treatment $8900.​

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Free orthodontic consultation and payment plans available. 

 

* All fees are for metal braces.

* Conditions apply.

All treatment photos in Gallery have been done at Huapai Dental Care.