Teeth straightening in Chermside

At a glance

Who it is for

Children, teenagers and adults with crooked or crowded teeth, or bite problems

How long

Often many months. Your dentist will give you an estimate for your case.

Consultation

Gap free with active dental extras cover, or $99. Conditions apply.

What happens

1. At a consultation, your dentist examines your teeth and bite and takes x-rays or scans.
2. Your dentist explains the options that suit your teeth, including the choice of having no treatment.
3. You receive a treatment plan with the expected time and cost.
4. Your dentist fits your appliance and checks your progress at regular visits.
5. When treatment ends, you wear a retainer to help keep your teeth in place.

Dr Jun Ho Im and Dr Alan Xu are general dentists who both provide clear aligner treatment. Dr Jun Ho Im also provides braces (fixed orthodontics). If your case needs a registered specialist orthodontist, your dentist will refer you. It helps to have healthy teeth and gums first, so your dentist may suggest a check-up and clean before you start. If you only want to change the look of a few front teeth, read about cosmetic dentistry.

Cost

Your consultation is gap free with active dental extras cover, or $99. Conditions apply. The fee depends on the time, complexity and materials your treatment needs, so it varies from patient to patient and is confirmed after your dentist has examined you. Your dentist can talk you through the cost before treatment starts, and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS if you have private health cover. See fees, health funds and payment options for more.

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