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Orthodontics for children
At that age, some of the permanent teeth have already erupted but there are still many temporary teeth in the mouth. This is referred to as a “mixed dentition”. This is the ideal age to evaluate children’s dentition. The different procedures that may be indicated at that developmental period, fall into three main categories: Observation […]
Lire la suite »Orthodontics for adolescents
Adolescence constitutes the best period to undertake global orthodontic corrections. The majority of orthodontic patients are found in the 11 to 18 years age group. Certain persons mature and grow earlier than others. Although individual variations exist in growth and development, the ages between 11 to 13 years correspond to a period where the permanent […]
Lire la suite »General information about orthodontics
How teeth move Bone surrounding teeth can be stimulated and induced into remodeling itself. When a light pressure or force is applied against a tooth to move it in a given direction, bone will resorb in the direction that the tooth is moved and new bone will be deposited on the opposite side where the tooth […]
Lire la suite »Your first visit: The consultation
The goal of the first consultation visit is to evaluate your dental condition or that of your child and to make recommendations about: Preventing problems from appearing Intercepting problems already developing Correcting conditions already present. We will attempt to answer questions you may have such as: Is there a problem with the occlusion (the bite […]
Lire la suite »Regular appointments
Regular check-up appointments are given during or after school and working hours, depending on the duration of the planned procedures. We will do our best to offer you appointment periods interfering the least with your most important activities at home, school, or work. Students must realize that they only need to be seen at every 6 […]
Lire la suite »Online consultation request
The growth of our practice depends, among other things, on references from our patients and professional colleagues. Please do no hesitate to refer to our practice your family and friends if you are satisfied with our services. If you know someone needing orthodontic care who would like to have an orthodontic evaluation, you can give […]
Lire la suite »Lower fixed retainer
The standard lower retainer that we use is a stabilizing wire placed on the tongue side of the teeth. The wire is practically invisible. It is bonded to the canines and cannot be removed by the patient. The lower retainer can stay in the mouth many years without any problems if the patient’s oral hygiene […]
Lire la suite »Orthodontic insurance coverage
In most dental insurance contracts, orthodontic coverage is frequently considered a separate benefit. If you have a dental insurance plan, you must verify that benefits are payable for orthodontic care. If so, coverage is usually a proportion of the orthodontic fee with, most of the time, a maximum amount allowed. To determine your orthodontic coverage, you […]
Lire la suite »Laboratory
The specialized equipment in our fully equipped in-house laboratory as well as the qualifications of our lab technicians allow us to fabricate, according to our precise specifications, almost any type of orthodontic appliance which may be required during your orthodontic treatment (except Invisalign®). If indicated, it is possible for us to repair faster and at […]
Lire la suite »Our team
Laboratories Our clinical personnel consists of dental hygienists and assistants supplementing one another to help the orthodontists deliver the best possible care to our clientele. Clinique The specialized equipment in our fully equipped in-house laboratory as well as the qualifications of our lab technicians allow us to fabricate, according to our precise specifications, almost any […]
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