Orthodontics

At The Orthodontic Clinic, we provide dental braces for all ages, both children and adults. We believe that everyone deserves a great smile! Our orthodontic specialists offer customised solutions that are tailored to suit the individual needs of our patients.

Orthodontics for All

It’s never too late to say “YES!” to braces. Many feel that braces are only worn during the childhood or teenage years. Times have changed, and studies have shown that more and more adults are opting for orthodontic treatment to give them that great smile they have always wanted.

Orthodontic treatment in adults have also increased in popularity as it offers them the benefit of getting a better bite, and aligning the teeth to allow ideal replacements of teeth that have been lost due to tooth decay or gum disease.

Adults are always hesitant to commence orthodontic treatment due to the appearance, inconvenience and the duration such treatment requires.

However, with advances in technology, dental braces are smaller, lighter, and easier to clean, and they are much more comfortable. A whole new world of orthodontic materials that work better and faster is available to us. There are ceramic braces, lingual braces, invisible aligners, white wires and many other choices for adults who want to improve their smile.

Adult orthodontic treatment is also more complex, with the presence of missing or drifted teeth, teeth with large fillings or crowns, or teeth that have been badly worn or broken down. Specialist treatment is advised to ensure that treatment goes smoothly and well.

Aesthetic Options

At The Orthodontic Clinic, here are some of the aesthetic options available for our patients:

CERAMIC BRACES

Tooth coloured brackets made from white ceramic material, generally stain resistant, however, the modules (rubber bands) used to tie the wire to the braces may be stained by curry, smoke, coffee, etc. We use white wires to match the colour of the ceramic braces and the teeth too!

IN-HOUSE ALIGNERS

Made by our own labs for simpler cases with a faster turnaround time, an economical alternative to the commercial brands of aligners. Great for patients who have done braces before and their teeth have shifted over the years, and are looking for a short simple aesthetic treatment to realign their teeth.

SELF-LIGATING CERAMIC BRACES

We use Damon Clear, In-Ovation C and Clarity Ultra (3M) brackets at the Orthodontic Clinic. These systems use tieless brackets and high technology wires to move teeth quickly and comfortably.

LINGUAL BRACES

These braces are placed behind your teeth, completely hidden from view. Perfect for patients who need the aesthetics of having invisible braces yet are unable to commit to the 20+ hours of daily wear of clear aligners.

TEMPORARY ANCHORAGE DEVICES

Also known as orthodontic microimplants or microscrews, also offer the benefits of reduced treatment time and the possibility of achieving successful results despite having insufficient teeth for support in adults who have lost several teeth.

INVISIBLE ALIGNERS

InvisalignTM is the company behind computer-fabricated plastic aligners made by Align Technologies. Treatment consists of sequential clear plastic trays custom made only for you, which look virtually invisible. Change them every 7-10 days and see your smile transform!

BRAVA BY BRIUS

Bringing transformative technology to orthodontics, Brava combines lingual braces with one single high technology, AI designed nickel titanium wire to move the teeth into alignment. We are proud to be one the first few clinics in Singapore to offer Brava to our patients!

SELF-LIGATING CERAMIC BRACES
We use Damon Clear, In-Ovation C and Clarity Ultra (3M) brackets at the Orthodontic Clinic. These systems use tieless brackets and high technology wires to move teeth quickly and comfortably.
CERAMIC BRACES
Tooth coloured brackets made from white ceramic material, generally stain resistant, however, the modules (rubber bands) used to tie the wire to the braces may be stained by curry, smoke, coffee, etc. We use white wires to match the colour of the ceramic braces and the teeth too!
INVISIBLE ALIGNERS

Invisalign™ is the company behind computer-fabricated plastic aligners made by Align Technologies. Treatment consists of sequential clear plastic trays custom made only for you, which look virtually invisible. Change them every 7-10 days and see your smile transform!

IN-HOUSE ALIGNERS

Made by our own labs for simpler cases with a faster turnaround time, an economical alternative to the commercial brands of aligners. Great for patients who have done braces before and their teeth have shifted over the years, and are looking for a short simple aesthetic treatment to realign their teeth.

LINGUAL BRACES
These braces are placed behind your teeth, completely hidden from view. Perfect for patients who need the aesthetics of having invisible braces yet are unable to commit to the 20+ hours of daily wear of clear aligners.
BRAVA BY BRIUS

Bringing transformative technology to orthodontics, Brava combines lingual braces with one single high technology, AI designed nickel titanium wire to move the teeth into alignment. We are proud to be one the first few clinics in Singapore to offer Brava to our patients!

TEMPORARY ANCHORAGE DEVICES

Also known as orthodontic microimplants or microscrews, also offer the benefits of reduced treatment time and the possibility of achieving successful results despite having insufficient teeth for support in adults who have lost several teeth.

Orthodontics for Children

In majority of cases, definitive orthodontic treatment is commenced when most or all of the permanent teeth have erupted. However, early treatment may sometimes be required in younger children. Early treatment is justifiable and indicated only when long-term results can be achieved with eliminating need or reducing complexity of future orthodontic treatment. In these situations, interceptive treatment carried out with removable appliances at the correct time may save the child from a more complicated treatment at later stage. These early warning signs may indicate that your child needs to have orthodontic treatment; it might be time to schedule an orthodontic exam:

  • Early or late loss of baby teeth
  • Difficulty chewing or biting
  • Mouth breathing
  • Finger sucking or other oral habits
  • Crowding, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
  • Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or are recessed
  • Speech difficulty
  • Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
  • Protruding teeth
  • Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
  • Facial imbalance or asymmetry
  • Grinding or clenching of teeth

For a photo chart of possible malocclusions requiring early treatment,
please visit the Association of Orthodontists (Singapore) website.

Orthodontics with Jaw Surgery

Orthognathic surgery, also known as jaw surgery, may be required when orthodontics alone is not able to correct your bite due to the severity of the jaw imbalance.

Our orthodontists work hand in hand with experienced oral maxillofacial surgeons, to correct the bite and function of your jaws, while improving your facial aesthetics and profile. This can be done with traditional braces or with Invisalign.