How much do braces cost?
Probably one of the most commonly asked orthodontic questions on the internet is ‘how much do braces cost?’ so in this post, I’m taking a look at the direct and indirect cost of getting braces. Most dental and orthodontic practices with an up to date...
Do braces affect speech?
One of my readers posed the great question, ‘do braces affect speech’ and it’s one I don’t think I’ve covered in much detail before. I’ve written about speaking with retainers and have briefly mentioned speech in several other...Faster orthodontics with MOPs?
In another interesting post from Prof. Kevin O’Brien, he reviews some research undertaken in Jordan looking at whether micro-osteoperforation can speed up tooth movement. Micro-osteoperforation is a process where orthodontists make small holes near your teeth...Fixed retainers – a two year review
I’ve had my bonded retainers for a little over two years now (where has the time gone?) so thought it about time to share some thoughts on how I have been getting on with them. I have bonded or fixed retainers on my upper and lower front six teeth and was keen...
A guide to getting braces as an adult