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Invisible clear aligners are orthodontic devices used to straighten teeth, mainly used in adults with premolar to premolar crowding as opposed to jaw discrepancies or more complicated malocclusions. These aligners are made of a transparent, flexible medical-grade plastic material that is both durable and flexible. and that fits over your teeth, gradually shifting them into…

Damon Orthodontics is a specific type of orthodontic treatment that uses self-ligating braces, often referred to as Damon braces. These braces are designed to straighten teeth and align the bite more efficiently compared to traditional braces. The Damon System is known for its advanced technology and features that aim to provide a more comfortable, effective,…

A “functional appliance” is a dental device used to correct jaw alignment and bite issues, by: In other words, it does not just expand the jaw or realign the teeth, it actually addresses the functionality of the entire system of jaws, teeth, tongue, lips and cheeks, so allowing for new habits to be created and lasting…

Functional Nutrition is a personalized, science-based approach to health and healing that focuses on how food and lifestyle choices affect your unique body systems. It’s rooted in the principles of functional medicine, which aims to find and address the root causes of disease, rather than just treating symptoms. What Makes Functional Nutrition Different? Unlike standard…

GT establishes an in-depth understanding of your genetic predispositions – where we need to focus our attention. Our bodies are complex. Through genetic testing we look at how your genes work together in cellular pathways and functional systems to control processes such as inflammation, metabolism and detoxification. We establish an in-depth understanding to your genetic…

The term ‘Naturopath’ is an Anglicized version of the term ‘physician’ which was used by Hippocrates from the Greek root word ‘physikos’ meaning ‘nature’. This suggests that every practitioner of medicine should be skilled in Nature and must strive to know what man’s constitution is and what the relationship is wrt food, drink, occupation and…

FM seeks to identify & address the root causes of disease, it treats the whole system, not just the symptoms.   Functional Medicine seeks to identify and address the root causes of disease, and views the body as one integrated system, not a collection of independent organs divided up by medical specialties. It treats the…

Paediatric dentistry, is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on the oral health of children from infancy through to adulthood, encompassing preventive, educational, and therapeutic services. Paediatric dentistry in its true speciality sense, is a 4 year degree obtained at a University, which encompasses nutrition, psychology, behaviour management and working with children with special needs. They are…

Periodontal disease is one of the most common diseases affecting humans and is one of the main causes of tooth loss in adults. More and more scientific research is proving the link between periodontal disease and systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, strokes, adverse pregnancy outcomes and respiratory infections. The periodontal disease – systemic…