Your orthodontic journey
From your first appointment to the all-important refinement period, this guide will help take the stress out of your orthodontic treatment. more
3 years of additional training to give you the best smile
Your orthodontic journey
There’s no substitute for a specialist
How much do braces cost?
About Orthodontics Australia
Orthodontics Australia is the Australian Society of Orthodontists’ public advice channel, created to help you understand the different treatment options available and to find a qualified specialist orthodontist.
There’s no substitute for a specialist
All orthodontists were once dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists. It takes three years of full time study and 5,000 hours of practical training over and above general dentistry to become a specialist orthodontist. Your smile is a big deal and when it comes to straightening teeth, your choice of practitioner is a big deal too.
Why see an Orthodontist?
Here are the top five reasons to visit an ASO Orthodontist today 1. Orthodontists are… more
Consumer Warning: Direct-to-consumer …
Orthodontics Australia strongly urges consumers to be wary of the safety risks of DIY and direct to consumer orthodontic products now being offered in Australia. These clear… more
Kids and Teens
Kids and Teens
Chewing gum with braces
For any teenager, getting braces can be a big change. Not only will they have appliances in their… Read More
Kids and Teens
What do I do if I lose my retainer?
The day your child gets their braces removed can be an amazing feeling. You and your orthodontist would have been… Read More
Kids and Teens
What is preventative orthodontic treatment?
Genetic and environmental factors are both important in the development of orthodontic problems. Although genetics plays the major role in… Read More
Adults
Adults
Tips for teeth whitening after braces
Congratulations. If you are reading this article, you’ve reached the finish line of your orthodontic treatment and can say farewell… Read More
Adults
A guide to getting braces on your ‘six front …
When your biggest dental concern is the look of your smile, you might be wondering why orthodontists bother adding braces… Read More
Adults
Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?
Did you know that 62% of Australian adults would consider orthodontic treatment and more than one third of Aussies don’t… Read More
News and Media
Lifestyle
Do braces affect your speech?
When first beginning your orthodontic journey, it’s normal to have a number of questions for your orthodontist. These are usually… Read More
Latest News
Big smiles all round – how orthodontics can …
Many Australians undergo orthodontic treatment to straighten their teeth. While this treatment is usually done during teenage years, orthodontists have… Read More
Consumer Alerts
Consumer Warning: Direct-to-consumer …
Orthodontics Australia strongly urges consumers to be wary of the safety risks of DIY and direct to consumer orthodontic products… Read More