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
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
In this part 2, Orthodontist Dr Andrew Chang discusses:
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Early Orthodontic Management of Class 2 malocclusions - Part 1
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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?
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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?
Giving Sydney Great Smiles
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_outlineIn this podcast, 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.
Highlights are:
- 2:10: What types of clear aligners are on the market and what are the differences?
- 4:30: What are the “do it yourself” aligners and do they work? The way that these aligners work to fix crooked teeth often lead to unhealthy bites or smiles.
- 8:55: What are the differences between clear aligners and clear braces?
Which works better? Aligners or Braces? Generally speaking, the larger the gaps or the more crowded the teeth, braces still outperform aligners. Aligners are easier to keep the teeth clean for patients who have difficulty cleaning their teeth ie: Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy or where manual dexterity with hands is more challenging.
The idea of braces or aligners to fix crooked teeth should not be thought of as a zero sum, as for moderate to severe crooked teeth, combining braces and aligners provides the benefits of aligners and the predictability of braces with difficult movements. A new bathroom renovation applies the same concepts. It is the diversity of the tiles, their designs, tile sizes ie: border & main tiles, underlying waterproofing and use of grout and silicon that provides the attractiveness and functionality of the bathroom renovation.
- 13:20: Are all aligners the same and do they work equally well?
Different aligners have different features. Certain features are important for certain movement types. They are slightly different aligner materials and have different treatment planning softwares. Our experience has been their comfort levels are similar and some aligners work better with certain types of bites.
- 18:45: I’m wearing aligners. What can I do to help my aligners teeth straightening process go on smoothly?
Combine snacks with main meals helps to reduce the time that aligners are out of the mouth. Vary the aligner duration based upon the presence of springiness or gaps between the aligner and teeth
- 23:20: Simple at home exercises to do are discussed to help your aligner treatment go more smoothly
If in doubt, send the practice photos of your teeth and aligners so they can advise before you change to each new aligner.
Wear elastics well as advised.
26:45: Are all aligners the same?