How to Connect with Your Pediatric Patient (Dentist Podcast)
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
This is an area that many general dentists can find challenging. It can be commonplace for kids to grow up being scared of dentists. Unpleasant experiences can often linger for a long while. I can recall parents recounting stories of their childhood unpleasant dental experiences. In this dentist podcast, Dr Andrew Chang and Dr Diane Tay talk about:
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White crowns (Zirconia) vs Stainless steel crowns in Pediatric Patients
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Lots of advances in the restoration of primary teeth are important to consider as parents are keen for alternative, aesthetic options. We also know the importance of maintaining primary teeth for function, aesthetics and space maintenance. Crowns provide a full coronal coverage restoration to help preserve form and function. In this dentist episode, Dr Diane Tay and Dr Andrew Chang talk about Reasons and indications for placement of crowns ....
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Early Orthodontic Management of Class 2 malocclusions- Part 2
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In this part 2, Orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang discusses:
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Early Orthodontic Management of Class 2 malocclusions - Part 1
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In this podcast for dentists, Dr Andrew Chang Orthodontist shares with Dr Diane Tay:
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What is the best time to start treating skeletal Class 3 malocclusions? Role of the general dentist. Part 2
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In this Part 2 of the Q&A with Dr Diane Tay, Sydney Orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang discusses and outlines treatment options for Class 3 based upon the dental developmental stages:
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Felicia shares her story
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
We are humbled to have both Felicia and her mother share their experiences with us and with their braces. In this episode, we have an open and authentic conversation. They also share their advice and tips for children and parents considering orthodontic treatment. Sorry for the audio quality at times. While we miss seeing them for their regular adjustments, it gives us great satisfaction knowing she does not hold back smiling anymore.
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Zahra Shares Her Story
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We are humbled to be able to serve our patient's and help them along their smile transformations. Personally, it has been rewarding for me and all the members of our team to play a role in their orthodontic care. We are grateful to have Zahra how sharing her experiences, having just completed her braces orthodontic treatment.
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What is the best time to treat Class 3 malocclusions?. Part 1
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In this Q&A with Dr Diane Tay, Sydney orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang shares the best time to start treating skeletal Class 3 malocclusions. In this Part 1, he covers:
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Are all clear removable aligners the same?
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Dr Diane Tay interviews orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang on the differences between clear removable aligners compared with braces. The differences between the different clear removable aligner products are discussed as well as the “do-it-yourself” aligner solutions. The idea of braces or aligners to fix crooked teeth should not be thought of as a zero sum game, as combining braces and aligners provides the benefits of aligners and the predictability of braces with difficult movements.
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Aligners & Braces. What are the differences?
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What cases perform, better with braces? and with aligners? How do the different aligner companies compare during the process? and final outcomes? Dr Tay interviews Dr Andrew Chang on aligners. A synopsis is below:
info_outlineDr Diane Tay and specialist orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang discuss an interesting topic for dentists on impacted canines in children and early teens.
0:34 There can be a number of implications if impacted canines are not picked up early. Main causes of impacted canines include crowding and genetics.
2:17 A simple definition of an impacted canine is a canine not sitting in the right position and becoming 'stuck'. Affecting the eruption path. If an OPG is taken and there appears to be overlapping.
3:00 Clinical signs to consider include, average age (9-10yrs), feeling of canines, OPG results, flaring of canines, crowding, lateral spacing, assymetrical exfoliation, positions of teeth appropriate for age and a primary canine still present. Aim is to normalise path of eruption.
11:52 Depending on severity of case early interceptive is a way to present surgery and lead to spontaneous eruption. Age has a big impact on successful results.
13:40 Best age to intervene is between 7-9 years. Start with an orthodontic assessment as the more simple orthodontic treatments work best in younger people.
15:25 Dr Chang discusses two patients. A 9-10 year old boy who had a canine that was almost horizontal and was treated in 7 months. Then a teenage girl who had a 4 year treatment plan.
16:55 When impacted teeth are not treated early there can be bone defects and full root development, that will effect spontaneous eruption. Correct timing is critical.
18:55 To manage an impacted canine we need to assess the case and the severity of the impacted tooth. Consider age and cooperation of child, angulation of tooth, collusion of teeth then develop a treatment plan in conjunction with an orthodontist. Surgery and extraction may be required. New treatment options like orthodontic micro screws can be considered.
23:34 Monitoring patients needs to be kept to a minimum to avoid missing the opportunity for less complex treatments. If unsure, you can always check. Irregular dental attendees should always be referred.
Dr Diane Tay and Dr Andrew Chang look forward to their next discussion.