— A calm, local first step
A considered choice deserves a considered conversation, not a hard sell.
Deciding to straighten your teeth as an adult is a considered choice. At The Kurmond Dentist, that conversation happens close to home, with a team you’ll get to know over time, a general dental practice and member of the Australian Dental Association.
Our roots run deep in the area: the practice grew from an original clinic in Pitt Town, and today we look after families right across the Hawkesbury from our rooms on Bells Line of Road.
When it comes to orthodontics, our role is to be your honest first port of call, to assess your situation clearly, explain your choices in plain language, and connect you with the right orthodontist for the treatment itself. You’re never handed a brochure and left to work it out alone.
— Why adults straighten their teeth
You might recognise one of these.
Straightening your teeth isn’t only about appearance. Teeth that sit well together are easier to keep clean and can be kinder to your jaw and gums in the long run. Whatever’s prompted you to look into it, the starting point is the same: a clear, honest assessment of where things stand.
Crowding or crooked teeth that have always bothered you, or have shifted as you’ve got older
Gaps you’d like closed
Relapse, you had braces as a teenager, stopped wearing your retainer, and your teeth have drifted back
A bite that doesn’t sit right, an overbite, underbite or crossbite that affects how you chew
Crowded teeth that are hard to clean, leading to plaque build-up, decay or gum problems over time
Your orthodontic assessment
An unhurried appointment where we examine your teeth, bite and gums and listen to what you’d like to change. If we need images, we’ll explain why. No pressure and no obligation, just a clear picture of your options.
Your options explained
We talk you through the realistic ways to straighten your teeth, clear aligners (such as Invisalign) or traditional braces, in plain language, including the trade-offs, the likely timeframe and how funding and payment plans can work.
Referral & coordination
When you’re ready, we refer you to a trusted orthodontist and stay involved. Because we know the local providers, we point you to the right one for your situation, and coordinate throughout so nothing falls through the cracks.
The dental care around it
Before treatment, we make sure your teeth and gums are healthy. During treatment, we keep up your check-ups and cleans. And afterwards, we’re here for retainers, whitening and looking after your new smile for the long term.
— Clear aligners or braces?
There’s no single right answer, it depends on you.
Your orthodontist makes the final recommendation once your teeth have been properly assessed. Our job is to make sure you understand both paths before you get there, so the recommendation makes sense to you.
