🔍 Treating the Root Cause: The Link Between Airway Issues and Bruxism Recently, I was consulted about a patient experiencing severe wear and recurrent fractures of her upper front teeth, alongside emerging TMJ discomfort. The immediate thought might be to restore the damaged teeth with crowns. However, this approach addresses only the symptoms, not the […]
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Braces Without the Metal: Your Cool Clear Aligner Adventure! Hey there, future smile superstar! Did you know that some kids just like you are getting amazing new smiles without those metal braces you might have seen on your friends or in movies? It’s true! They’re using something called clear aligners – they’re like invisible superheroes
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Why Patience Matters in Your Clear Aligner Journey Listen to the Podcast here “Slow is better”, says Dr Vernon Kruger. Are you dreaming of a perfectly aligned smile as quickly as possible? You’re not alone! In today’s fast-paced world, it’s natural to want immediate results—especially when it comes to improving your appearance. While advances in
Small Steps Now, Big Smiles Later: Why Early Orthodontic Treatment is Key for Your Child For years, the common wisdom surrounding orthodontics was to simply wait until a child was around 12 years old before even considering braces. “Let all their adult teeth come in first,” was the mantra. But times, and thankfully, our understanding
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