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Call (02) 4216 99117/9-25 Captain Cook Dr, Barrack Heights NSW 2528Orthodontics
Crowded teeth, gaps or a bite that does not feel right are common reasons to ask about straightening teeth. Read the basics here, then contact the clinic to ask about your next step.
A $50 refundable deposit is required to claim a consultation. We explain the proposed care and fees before you decide.
Alignment And Bite
Orthodontic treatment can address crowding, gaps and some bite problems. We assess your teeth and gums before discussing suitable options. Our invisalign information explains removable clear aligners and the daily commitment involved.
Braces use brackets attached to the teeth and joined by wires. Read our traditional braces information, then ask which appliance suits your teeth, bite and routine. If shape or colour is your main concern, cosmetic dentistry may also be relevant.
Ask which dentist would plan and manage your treatment, and what would happen if your teeth needed a specialist orthodontist. Ask why one appliance is being suggested over the others, whether you would be able to remove it yourself and what it would ask of you each day.
Cleaning needs extra care during treatment, so ask how to clean around your appliance. A regular dental check-up and clean lets a dentist look at your teeth and gums while treatment is under way.
Ask for a written plan showing the treatment, reviews, retainers and fees. Orthodontic treatment is generally not covered by Medicare; check any private health benefit with your fund. See our dental fees, new patient offers and payment options, or contact our team. A $50 refundable deposit is required to claim a consultation.
Have questions about your treatment options? Call (02) 4216 9911 or contact our team to discuss your next steps. This page provides general information only. You can request a written treatment plan, take time to consider your options and choose whether to proceed.
Your treatment plan depends on your teeth, gums and bite. We can explain the choices after an assessment.
Before You Decide
A dentist can look at both the position of your teeth and how they meet.
Ask how cleaning your teeth every day may change with the option you are considering.
Ask about the practical side, such as how long treatment can take and how often you would visit.
Ask which dentist would plan your treatment and what would happen if a specialist orthodontist were needed.
Once your teeth have moved, a retainer helps keep them in position. Ask how long you would wear it and what it would cost.
Some discomfort is common for a couple of days after an appliance is fitted or adjusted. Ask what to do if something rubs or breaks.
Explore Treatments
Your Consultation
Share what has led you to ask about your teeth or your bite.
Tell the dentist what you would like to change and anything that worries you.
Ask about the alternatives, risks, timing and costs before you choose a next step. You can pause or decline.
Use the form below to request a consult. Please avoid sharing sensitive health information through a website form.
A $50 refundable deposit is required to book a consultation.
If the form is not showing, open the form in a new tab, call (02) 4216 9911 or book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
These general answers can help you prepare questions for an individual conversation.
Orthodontics in Shellharbour can address crowded or crooked teeth and some bite problems. Uneven teeth may be harder to clean, wear unevenly or bite into the opposite gum. Treatment aims depend on the problem found; a straighter appearance is one possible goal, rather than a reason everyone needs treatment.
Related information: Invisalign information, traditional braces information.
Call or book online and say what you would like help with. Ask what your visit includes and what it costs. At the visit, discuss your concerns with the dentist; you can review any proposed treatment and its costs before deciding.
