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Wisdom Teeth- An interview with an oral surgeon, Dr Sami Haddad

Giving Sydney Great Smiles

Release Date: 12/02/2018

How to Connect with Your Pediatric Patient (Dentist Podcast) show art 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 show art 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 show art 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 show art 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 show art 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 show art 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 show art 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 show art 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? show art 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? show art 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:

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More Episodes

Other topics covered are:

  • Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed?
  • Is it better removing wisdom teeth sooner or later? 
  • Do all wisdom teeth need to be removed? 
  • For those of you considering orthodontic treatment, I also cover should wisdom teeth be removed before, during or after braces.
  • What is the difference between seeing a dentist or an oral surgeon to remove wisdom teeth. 

For more information about orthodontic treatment, braces, Invisalign or hidden braces, visit Smiles & Faces Orthodontics here.