Difference between a dentist and orthodontist
When it comes to achieving the perfect smile, you want to make sure you’re in good hands. While dentists and orthodontists have a lot in common, specialisation… more
What is an Orthodontist?
Your treatment options
How much do braces cost?
Do I need a referral?
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.
What you may not know about Orthodontics
All about clear aligners
Clear aligners are one of the most popular courses of orthodontic treatment for adults. Often… more
Why see an Orthodontist?
Here are the top five reasons to visit an ASO Orthodontist today 1. Orthodontists are… more
Consumer alert: Mail-order orthodontic …
With a number of online mail-order orthodontic treatments appearing on the market, the Australian Society of Orthodontists (ASO) is warning the Australian public against the health and… more
Kids and Teens
Considering treatment
Your step-by-step guide to getting the best …
As a parent, you want to safeguard the health of your child’s teeth for as long as possible. Ensuring you’re… Read More
Considering treatment
3 Reasons to see an orthodontist for your …
If you have been looking into orthodontic treatment for your family, you may be a little confused by the wealth… Read More
Kids and Teens
How to floss with braces
Food can easily get stuck between your child’s braces. In order to maintain healthy teeth and gums, it is essential… Read More
Adults
Adults
Why you may need to get orthodontic …
Orthodontic treatment is something many of us had as teenagers and then expected our smile to go the distance. However,… Read More
Adults
Should I get my crooked bottom teeth …
When most people think about a straight smile they’re usually only considering the top teeth. After all, these are generally… Read More
Adults
What’s different about getting braces as an …
We often get asked how adult orthodontics differs from having orthodontic treatment as a teenager; quite simply, most of the… Read More
News and Media
Consumer Alerts
Consumer Warning: Short-term Orthodontics
A number of short-term or so-called “fast” orthodontic treatment products and methods have emerged on the dental landscape in recent… Read More
Lifestyle
Braces and facial shape
Orthodontists don’t just focus on making teeth straight and fixing bad bites – they also manage and enhance a person’s… Read More
Advice
Sleep apnoea and orthodontics
While snoring is common and (for the most part) quite harmless, severe snoring can be related to sleep apnoea, which… Read More