FAQ

Diagnosis is an important part of orthodontics and unfortunately this can not be done by briefly glancing at someone’s teeth. Orthodontics is a complex field within Dentistry and requires a detailed examination and appropriate record taking to provide you with the best treatment plan for your orthodontic needs.

Your first appointment will take approximately 45 minutes. When you come in, we’ll conduct a clinical examination, take diagnostic photos, take X-rays as required, and formulate your orthodontic treatment plan. At this appointment we will outline the entire process, and provide you with the exact treatment cost along with the estimated orthodontic treatment duration.

We would recommend an electric toothbrush as they are more efficient for cleaning.

An Orthodontic Auxiliary is a complementary staff member who is able to assist the Orthodontist with some of the manual tasks involved in treatment. An Orthodontic Auxiliary works under the direct instruction of a Specialist Orthodontist, but has no input in the diagnosis or treatment planning of an orthodontic case. Orthodontic auxiliaries are registered health professionals with a scope of practice defined by the Dental Council of New Zealand.What is the best age to bring my child in to see an Orthodontist?

The recommended age to bring your child in for orthodontic assessment is seven. If your child does not require any early or comprehensive treatment, we are happy to review your child and guide you as to the best time to start treatment. These appointments are to ensure the teeth are erupting as they should and to address any orthodontic issues as soon as they arise to circumvent future issues.