Month: December 2020

Ceramic Braces or Invisalign

Written by Smile Docs on 15 December 2020. Posted in Invisalign.

Ceramic Braces or Invisalign Orthodontic Treatment?

If you’re like most people, you already know you don’t want metal braces. The discomfort and inconvenience are simply too extreme. However, if you’re considering ceramic braces as an alternative, you may want to rethink your decision. There are reasons most individuals prefer Invisalign.

It’s true ceramic braces aren’t as noticeable as metal braces, and the strong material rarely breaks or chips, but these are the only advantages to choosing ceramic over metal. As disadvantages are noteworthy, you’ll see why it may be better to choose Invisalign over metal or ceramic braces.

Brackets and Wires Can Irritate

Similar to metal braces, ceramic braces need brackets and wires. These extra features can irritate your mouth. You may experience as much discomfort from ceramic braces as if you’d chosen metal braces.

Staining

There are even disadvantages of ceramic that would make metal braces seem preferable. Ceramic can become stained, and stains can be noticeable. If you’re avoiding metal braces because you’re concerned about your appearance, stains on ceramic can also ruin your smile. This makes ceramic no better than metal, even though ceramic is more expensive.

Cost and Treatment Period

For the best experience with teeth straightening, the logical choice is Invisalign. No one will notice your braces, and the cost is not much more than ceramic. You’ll also have a shorter treatment period. Treatment is usually completed much sooner with Invisalign. It’ll depend on your particular situation, but treatment can take as little as three months.

With all of these benefits to Invisalign, there’s no reason to settle for metal or ceramic braces. You’ll surely agree Invisalign is worth the small extra cost. You can have comfort and confidence during the course of your treatment, and beautiful results when treatment is completed. Invisalign won’t interfere with your daily life, and you’ll be more than satisfied with the final results. Perhaps you have additional questions to be sure Invisalign is right for you.

Perhaps you’ve already decided Invisalign is what you want. Whether you’re ready to start treatment or need more information, you can ring us and get all your questions answered about Invisalign. Dr. Yap and the entire dental team will look forward to meeting you soon!

How Dentists Whiten Teeth

Written by Smile Docs on 1 December 2020. Posted in teeth whitening service.

How Do Dentists Whiten Teeth?

There are a number of approaches to teeth whitening. The method that’ll work best for you mainly depends on the type of stains that are on your teeth.

Extrinsic Stains

Extrinsic stains are the easiest type of stains to remove. They can be caused by a variety of factors.

Diet

Your diet is a common example. Dark foods such as berries and tomato sauce can stain teeth. Stains can also come from soft drinks and red wine. Acidic foods, such as citrus juices and fruits, can damage tooth enamel, increasing the risk of stains.

Lifestyle Habits

Lifestyle habits can stain your teeth. Poor dental hygiene, and tobacco use, can result in stains. You can also develop stains if you have poor dental health, even if you take care of your teeth.

Store Whitening Kits

Whitening products you can buy at a store are not always effective. They can increase sensitivity, and be difficult to use. If you want to whiten your teeth at home, you can ask Dr. Yap for a whitening kit. The whitening kits are easier to use, and more effective than other home-whitening products.

If you want the most impressive benefits, though, consider in-office whitening. We use a laser teeth whitening method in our office. It will not irritate your gums, and does not cause sensitivity. You can sit comfortably in the chair for around an hour, and your teeth will be up to 8 shades lighter.

Intrinsic Stains

As intrinsic stains are much different, good results require a different approach. Intrinsic stains can be caused by aging, medications, or trauma. The decision to remove the stains or cover them up matters when you want the best results. As intrinsic stains are deep stains, whitening won’t work as well.

You’ll have nice teeth when your dentist covers the stains. Depending on the condition of your teeth, we can use veneers, dental crowns, or dental bonding. No one will know you’ve had cosmetic dental work, and even the most deeply stained teeth will look awesome.

Perhaps your teeth aren’t as white and bright as they were a long time ago, or perhaps there are stains that cause embarrassment when you smile. Regardless of the reason your teeth don’t look their best, you can have a beautiful white smile again. Your first step toward an attractive smile is to make an appointment to see Dr. Yap! We’ll let you know which method of teeth whitening is the best option for you.

How to Get to the Odin House Dental Surgery Dental Clinic

Dr. Johannes Yap is a general and cosmetic dentist who works at a local dental clinic in Innaloo, which is a suburb north west of Perth. The dental office is conveniently located near the intersection of Scarborough Beach Rd/State Route 75 and Odin Rd/State Route 64, and is close by the local suburbs of Stirling, Scarborough, Karrinyup, Osbourne Park, Yokine, Floreat, Subiaco, Wembley and Inglewood as well as local attractions such as Jackadder Lake Reserve and Stirling Civic Gardens.