How Should Teeth Rest?
Any time we’re not actively using our mouths to speak or talk, then it should be at rest. This also means the teeth should be resting too. But how should…
Any time we’re not actively using our mouths to speak or talk, then it should be at rest. This also means the teeth should be resting too. But how should…
Our teeth perform several important functions in our daily lives beyond just helping us eat and giving us a great smile. While you are eating and smiling are your front…
We’ve all had an entire lifetime to become accustomed to the way our teeth feel every single day. But you may have wondered if your teeth are actually fitting together…
Have you ever wondered if you have some orthodontic challenges with your teeth? If you have, try not to worry too much. The majority of people aren't born with perfect…
Most people think that their bite is pretty normal, but is that because it is actually normal, or have we just become used to it? Is it possible that we…
Dr. Peter Wilkinson - Specialist Orthodontist Dr Peter Wilkinson completed his degree in Dentistry in 1989. After working in general dentistry in New Zealand, Dr Wilkinson then moved to the…
How long do I have to wear my braces? This is a question that is very often asked by people considering orthodontic treatment and when they are already in treatment.…
Not that long ago almost everyone used to think about orthodontic treatment and automatically imagine awkward teenagers. It’s taken as a rite of passage for teenagers, that braces just come…
Soft foods are your friend after you have your braces fitted as you may be adjusting and feeling a little tender for a couple days. It is sometimes hard to…
If you are starting a new sport and have never had a mouthguard before, it can be confusing with the choices and options on offer. Perhaps you’ve had a mouthguard…