Orthodontists in Geelong Providing Orthodontic Services
What Is Orthodontics?
Orthodontics means “straight teeth”, the treatment is more commonly known as braces. Orthodontic treatment with the help of dental braces at our clinic in Geelong can improve the appearance, function and health of your teeth, mouth and jaw. The most common reason for orthodontic treatment is crooked teeth.
What Are The Benefits Of Orthodontic Treatment?
Depending on the type of orthodontic treatment option you pursue you can expect the benefits of enhanced aesthetics, improved bite and prevention of further damage to surrounding teeth and gums.
In summary
1. Ease in cleaning teeth
crowded and crooked teeth can be difficult to clean, particularly when teeth overlap. A major risk factor for tooth decay and gum disease is inadequate cleaning. With straight and aligned teeth, patients find it easier to floss and brush.
2. Enhanced appearance
Many of us are conscious of how we look, and how our teeth or smile may look to others. The orthodontics treatment at our Geelong clinic can help you achieve an attractive smile that can play an important role in enhancing self-confidence.
3. Improved speech issues
Some of us may have difficulty speaking properly due to the alignment of our teeth and jaws. Orthodontic treatment can resolve these issues and help improve your overall quality of life
4. Gum damage
If you or someone you know is experiencing an incorrect bite, also known as malocclusion, it is likely that your bite may be causing damage to your gums. For example, a deep bite of your lower front teeth can injure the soft tissue of your upper front teeth.
What To Expect At Your Orthodontic Consultation Appointment
What Do I Need To Remember Whilst Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment?
Whether you are completing fixed orthodontics (traditional braces), plates or clear aligners (Invisalign), it is essential that you
1. Maintain good oral hygiene
It is important that whilst completing your orthodontic treatment you maintain a high standard of oral hygiene. This means maintaining twice daily toothbrushing, daily flossing, use of mouthwash and fluoridated toothpaste.
Wearing braces and retainers can make it difficult to clean your teeth and provides an extra surface for the bacteria and food to collect, thus it is important to maintain regular oral home care practices and speak to your dentist if you aren’t sure how to clean your teeth with fixed braces or retainers.
2. Attend regular dental checks
Visiting your dentist every 6 months for a routine dental check, clean and fluoride treatment is important in maintaining healthy teeth and gums. It ensures any teeth which are at risk of tooth decay are regularly monitored, X rays may also be taken at your routine dental checks.
3. Modify your diet
While completing orthodontic treatment it is important to modify any poor existing dietary habits. You will need to avoid eating sticky foods such as toffees and hard sticky candy, as well as limiting your intake of carbonated drinks such as Coke which are high in sugar and acidic.
A poor diet will increase your risk of tooth decay, more so whilst undergoing orthodontic treatment. Orthodontic brackets and wires on your teeth are a magnet for sugar, acid and bacteria.
If you are undergoing clear aligner therapy this does not mean you are in the clear, you will also need to maintain a healthy diet as well as good oral hygiene practices.
Your dentist will provide you with more information on appropriate diet and oral hygiene habits.
4. Follow directions given by your dental practitioner
If you are completing your orthodontic treatment with clear aligner therapy (such as Invisalign or Smilestyler) in geelong, it is important aligners are worn for a minimum of 22 hours a day to achieve effective movement of teeth and ensuring treatment is completed in the time frame discussed.
Clear aligners and retainers are not to be worn during mealtimes or whilst drinking fluids other than water.
If you are wearing fixed braces it is important you attend your regular orthodontic visits to ensure correct and timely movement of teeth. Our dentists ensure proper positioning of your misaligned teeth with the help of quality dental braces at our clinic in Geelong. After completion of any orthodontic treatment you will be provided with either a clear retainer or fixed orthodontic wire to prevent future movement of teeth. If your retainers are not worn according to instructions given to you by your dentist your teeth may move out of alignment.
Having the correct jaw and teeth relationship is critical to having a healthy mouth that lasts the test of time. Our team at Dentists & Doctors welcome patients from Geelong and surrounding areas such as Highton, Torquay and Waurn Ponds, and are highly trained with not only traditional braces but also other myofascial treatments which if commenced early on can lead to the avoidance of requiring braces.
The Services The Team At Dentists & Doctors Offer
Our teeth serve multiple crucial purposes beyond simply chewing and biting. It’s important to replace missing teeth with dental crowns or bridges for the following reasons:
Our team of dental professionals are happy to discuss a range of teeth straightening and alignment treatments so you can make the best decision for your circumstances. Whether it is for your child or yourself we can walk you through each process so you are well informed and confident in your choice.
- Services include:
- Fixed Braces
- Appliances and Plates
- Invisalign or SmileStyler
- Myobrace
Area We Serve
Let Us Look At Your Teeth
Our dentists will complete a comprehensive medical and dental assessment. Photos, scans and 3D X-rays are taken to assess your bone structure.
Let’s Customize Your Smile
With the use of digital smile design, we tailor a specific, unique smile for you.
We Take Action
We begin the surgical procedure to place your implants.
You Can Show Off Your Smile
Finally, after your mouth has healed (around three months), we place the final custom porcelain tooth.
The end result? A stronger solution, which looks better, feels better, and is less prone to further tooth decay.
How Do I Take Care Of My New Dental Crown Or Bridge?
Your new dental crown/bridge will need to be taken care of just as you would your natural teeth. This means you will need to brush and floss twice daily in the area, your dentist will demonstrate how to do this following your treatment.
We advise that you avoid eating any hard foods in the area of the new Dental Crown or Bridge for 24 hours immediately after placement. The cement used to bond the dental crown/bridge continues to set and mature for approximately 24 hours to achieve optimum strength.
If you experience mild sensitivity to hot or cold foods do not be concerned. The sensations will improve gradually over the next 4 – 6 weeks.
- Please contact us If you experience the following
- Movement of the crown or bridge
- Sensitivity to sweet foods/drinks
- Sensitivity to pressure
- Breakage or loss of material from dental crown or bridge (very unlikely with Porcelain fused Zirconia crowns)
- Bad taste in the mouth in the area of your dental crown/bridge
Why Choose Dental Crowns or Bridges in Geelong With Dentists & Doctors?
At Dentists & Doctors Geelong we have the latest 3D scanning and milling technology available to provide you with dental bridges and high strength porcelain-fused zirconia dental crowns in one visit!
What would previously take multiple dental visits and 2 weeks is now completed in just one dental visit and only 2 hours in the dental chair!
*Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks, the clinicians at Dentists & Doctors will be happy to discuss all risks associated with any procedure prior to your treatment.
The Drawbacks Of Dentures And Bridges
If you’re missing multiple teeth, you may have a set of dentures or a traditional bridge to support your teeth.
Dentures can be inserted during the day to support your missing teeth and the gums which surround it. However, they must be taken out at night and cleaned regularly, or else further complications might develop, such as cavities, stomatitis and infection. Dentures also vary in their comfort and stability, and it is not uncommon for people to develop ulcers as a result.
A traditional bridge replaces a missing tooth by using support from its two neighbouring teeth. These two neighbours are reshaped to be able to support one crown each, while the missing tooth is replaced by an artificial tooth known as a pontic. The pontic is supported by an abutment and the two crowns on either side of it, creating a firm trio. While bridges are strong, the healthy bone and gum underneath it remains vulnerable to deterioration. If left unchecked, the deteriorated structures might allow the growth of bacteria, which is a risk to both the replaced tooth and its neighbors.
Area We Serve
Let Us Look At Your Teeth
Our dentists will complete a comprehensive medical and dental assessment. Photos, scans and 3D X-rays are taken to assess your bone structure.
Let’s Customize Your Smile
With the use of digital smile design, we tailor a specific, unique smile for you.
We Take Action
We begin the surgical procedure to place your implants.
You Can Show Off Your Smile
Finally, after your mouth has healed (around three months), we place the final custom porcelain tooth.
The end result? A stronger solution, which looks better, feels better, and is less prone to further tooth decay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about our dental services? We’re here to help! Check out the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions, or browse through the list below for more information.
Our dental clinic is located at 19 Gheringhap St, Geelong 3220, VIC.
We have several payment options and plans available depending on your needs. To learn more call us on (03) 5221 9129.
For optimal dental health, we recommend visiting us for a regular dental exam and clean at least once, every six months.
At Dentists & Doctors, we are pleased to offer a comprehensive range of dental services – all under one roof!
Our services include:
- All General Dentistry
- Dental Implants & All on 4 surgery
- Wisdom teeth surgery
- Cosmetic Dentistry, including Porcelain Veneers & Teeth Whitening
- Dental Crowns & Bridges
- Orthodontic Services including Invisalign
- Endodontics
- Preventive Dental Care including Mouthguards and Splints
- Children’s Dentistry
- Emergency Dentistry
Yes, we also offer emergency dental care to help patients in dental emergencies. Please contact our team on (03) 5221 9129, for all after hour emergencies, contact our
Geelong Dental Emergency Hotline – 0488 811 456 (SMS Only)
To assist our team, please SMS your full name & dental problem to 0488 811 456
Geelong Dental Emergency Service was set up by Dr Asef Anwar and his team at Dentists & Doctors who wanted to provide additional care and support to the local Geelong community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To reduce the extra burden of dental emergencies on our local hospitals and Emergency Rooms, existing and new patients to Dentists & Doctors can contact our Dental Emergency Hotline (via SMS only) on 0488 811 456
A dedicated professional will be available to provide assistance and If required arrange your emergency dental appointment.
Our dental emergency services are accessible to residents of Geelong and the greater region.
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Jack Kelly6 Stars!!! Dr Pascale is the best dentist I have ever seen. I had all 4 wisdom teeth extracted with absolutely no discomfort even though I was only under local anaesthetic. Dr Pascale and amazing assistant Lucy made sure I was comfortable the whole way through. The reception team was also really great and even followed up a day later to see how I was feeling after the extraction. Can’t recommend Dentists and Doctors and Dr Pascale enough.
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Stuart MossI can’t recommend Dr Asef highly enough! He not only did an excellent job, but went above and beyond to make sure that he was able to do my emergency root canal work at very short notice!
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ola salloumActually They deserve more than 5 stars! If you would like to visit a dentist for ANY reason, please Don’t think twice! They are the best in literally everything related to dentistry not only in geelong but in australia. I’ve had very bad previous experiences with so many dentists in australia and overseas , until i visited this incredible clinic !! Dr Asef Anwar and Dr pascal Maher managed to make it the best experience ever! although I’ve got the HARDEST case any Dentist could deal with! They are simply the best, and the most professional! from the receptionists to the dentists professionalism to the high level of hygiene... everything was Just INCREDIBLE I feel so lucky that I visited this clinic, they saved me from a very bad lifetime toxic gum and teeth infections.... They haven't stop until they made the best smile for me with treating the gum in a great way with no rush at all! So happy, satisfied, & no pain!! Everything just perfect Can’t thank you enough! Best team ever❤️
KateI just can’t speak highly enough of the team at dentist & doctors geelong. From the first phone call to the caring, informative and helpful reception staff, I knew I was in the right hands. Dr Matt and his assistant were so calming from the minute i walked into the room. The procedure (which I was quite anxious about) was explained to me in terms i understood clearly and I felt confident and in safe hands. a 10/10 for Dr Matt and the practice.
Hannah ConnellI was nervous prior to getting my wisdom teeth removed, but Dr. Pascale was very kind, reassuring and gentle. They were also very thorough with post care which made the recovery much easier than I was expecting. Highly recommend Doctors & Dentists to anyone who has anxiety around visiting the dentist.
Haci CakarAs a new patient , I wouldn't be more happier with this clinic. Dr Pascale is one of the most gentle, kind and well qualified Dentist I've ever attended. Front office staff are exceptional. Dental assistant was very qualified and worked perfectly as a team with Dr.during the process. The clinic is clean and equipped with only the very best.It was a nice touch to having a call from the clinic the next day after practice. They were checking me how I'm feeling. Thanks again.
Steven JonesDr Matt was fantastic for someone that is usually a little anxious going to the dentist I came out with no anxiety. Told me every step of the way what was happening couldn't be happier thanks Dr Matt if there was more stars to give I definitely would have
Ally ThompsonI had an exceptional experience at Dentists and Doctors last week with Dr Pascale. She was so reassuring, took such great care with my clean and checks whilst clearly outlining each process throughout the appointment. I felt so informed and appreciated the time she took to explain and show me what she had assessed. The clinic itself is spotless and modern with some really cool technology, the receptionist was also so lovely. All in all, I will certainly be making D&D my go-to dental clinic from now on!
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