The movement of teeth, commonly known as Orthodontics, is one of the many ways we create beautiful healthy smiles at Dental Artistry.
Our dentists are well versed in orthodontic treatment for both children and adults and we use a variety of methods to create stunning smiles.
Our Orthodontic services include:
Our Philosophy
The underlying philosophy of our orthodontic treatment at Dental Artistry is to create not only straight teeth, but also an improved facial appearance, good airway, and healthy jaw joints. Straightening crooked teeth is only part of the orthodontic picture; ideally teeth are straightened whilst improving the smile, facial appearance and airway, and maintaining or improving the health of the jaw joint.
Key points of Dental Artistry’s orthodontic treatment philosophy are detailed in this section.
In addition to orthodontic (tooth movement) techniques, we also employ orthopaedic (bone/jaw movement) methods to create attractive faces and healthy jaw joints in our patients.
Creating beautiful smiles
What makes a beautiful smile? Straight teeth – certainly, but there are a few other elements that contribute to a great smile that are often overlooked. A beautiful smile should contain straight teeth with no gaps, and also be wide enough that at least ten upper teeth are visible. The teeth should fill the smile, with no ‘dark corridor’ between the teeth and the cheeks.
Here at Dental Artistry our orthodontic treatment is designed to create smiles with all of the ideal attributes. We use orthodontic techniques specifically designed to expand the jaws to create wide smiles and full lips, and we are careful to control the ‘gumminess’ of patients’ smiles.
Creating attractive faces
At Dental Artistry we are very aware of how the movement of teeth and jaws can affect facial aesthetics and we employ orthopaedic techniques to correctly position our patients’ jaws and thereby create attractive faces.
Left: Straight profile (forehead and chin balanced)
Right: Retrusive profile (lower jaw/chin back)
Expansion not extraction
Most people seeking orthodontic treatment have crowded teeth. Straightening crowded teeth requires the creation of space in the jaws and there are two main ways to do this: extract some teeth or expand the jaws. Here at Dental Artistry we are vehement proponents of non-extraction orthodontics as we believe that extracting teeth has the potential to create a narrow smile, thin lips and a dished-in (flat) profile. If at all possible we expand crowded jaws to create beautiful wide smiles, full lips and attractive profiles. Expanding the jaws is easiest in younger children which is one reason why we advocate early treatment. In older patients it can be more difficult to expand the jaws which raises the potential for extractions.
Expansion of the jaws is another example of orthopaedic treatment, or functional jaw orthopaedics (‘FJO’). This differs from orthodontic treatment, which is movement of the teeth. Historically, teeth have also been extracted due to a mismatch in jaw position between the upper and lower jaw. Most orthodontic patients have a retrusive lower jaw which is positioned well behind the upper jaw. To balance the jaws the upper jaw can be brought back (usually by extracting teeth, called “extraction and retraction orthodontics”), or the lower jaw can be brought forward. At Dental Artistry we much prefer the facial appearance created when lower jaws are brought forward. We use a variety of orthopaedic techniques to accomplish this. Moving the lower jaw forward is easier in younger patients; another reason why we advocate early treatment.
Treat problems early
“From little things, big things grow”. The same is true for orthopaedic and orthodontic problems! A minor problem in a young child can develop into a much larger (and harder to treat) problem as the child grows into adulthood.
At Dental Artistry we like to begin treatment of children as soon as a problem is identified. It is best to have your child checked out before the age of seven, as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). Early treatment is usually performed with removable plates which can greatly reduce, or even eliminate the need for braces as the child grows.
Younger children are also usually less self-conscious and more co-operative than teenagers, which makes treatment easier.
Dental Artistry has the most competent, kind, thorough and responsive professional teams. I know I can go there with any requirements and I leave with an excellent outcome while experience such positive encouraging and supportive care. I would not go anywhere else. Dental Artistry is not only a professional service. It is an experience that in such an profession is second to none. Thank you so much for your care.
Sarah - General Dentistry
Invisalign and the team at Dental Artistry are amazing! They’ve completely transformed my teeth without anyone noticing. I love my teeth now and can’t believe I put it off for years!
Amanda - Orthodontics
After almost a year of looking for relief elsewhere, the work at Dental Artistry resulted in rapid initial relief of the worst symptoms within a week due to a custom mouth splint, moving through to braces to align things correctly and more permanently. As this re-alignment progresses, the rest of the related symptoms have reduced to almost none.
Kyle - TMJ Treatment
After suffering a life time of crooked and crowded teeth I decided to do sometime about it. There is no doubt Dental Artistry are the best dentists in Auckland for this type of work!
Mal - Orthodontics
I couldn’t be happier with my treatment from the great team at Dental Artistry. My varied and often severe TMJ (Jaw Joint) related symptoms almost stopped me working. All those symptoms have gone as im in the final stage of my treatment.
Kyle - TMJ Treatment
Great, thank you – very professional and friendly too – made the whole process simple. Highly recommended.
Michelle - Orthodontics
After many years of trying to get my jaw problems better, having tried many orthodontists and specialists, I still had a lot of jaw pain and migraines. By co-incidence I came to Dental Artistry and we started treatment of my jaws. It was a life-changer for me; my jaws are so much better, my migraines from my jaws are gone.
Gitte - TMJ Treatment
I just wanted to say how amazing Beau’s teeth look! Just wanted to say on behalf of Beau and myself a big thank you and a fantastic job you all did to achieve this result. Beau is absolutely thrilled. Thanking you all for your time and effort.
Kim - Orthodontics
I came to Dental Artistry with jaw joint problems a few years back and had TMJ treatment. Happy to say the treatment has improved my jaw and its placement drastically and finished with very happy results. Also glad to have found such a nice clinic full of funny and friendly professionals – I enjoy my visits.
Sylvia - TMJ Treatment
Great service! I felt like I was in safe hands. I really appreciate the time taken to explain what was happening with my teeth and what needs to be done.
Amy - Orthodontics
My jaw had always clicked, but I had thought little of it, and dentists had told me not to worry. Then one morning I woke up and I couldn’t open my mouth more than about 2cm. That was frightening! I went straight to A&E but they said they couldn’t help me and told me to go to a dentist. …..I phoned Dental Artistry and they got me in that day. I went back and have since had my jaw treated, including braces, which have just come off. My jaw now opens fully and has stopped clicking. Also the neck pain that I had suffered with for years has gone away, as has the ringing in my ears which I never realized I had until it was gone.
Mary - TMJ Treatment
I had braces put on 6 months ago so there is a lot of visits to Dental Artistry for my check ups. I remember being younger I hated going to the dentist and now going to Dental Artistry it is a whole different experience. You get to know all the staff really well and have a lovely chat every time you go in.
Claudia - Orthodontics
Very positive. Admin side was very efficient. Environment very relaxing and modern. Consultation I felt very confident that what was planned could be done. Everything was explained clearly and I didn’t have to wait months and months for appointments.
Sue - General Dentistry
The team at Dental Artistry is absolutely amazing for their outstanding patient care and great treatment follow ups.
I have started my Invisalign program with Dr Sara Stockman 7 months ago and the results haven been fantastic and visually stunning!
Everyone including Ahmad, Daniel and Chantelle, is absolutely helpful and they treat all patients professionally, and deal with my requests patiently.
I often get a call after my appointment as a follow up or a message/email to see how I feel.
The website has great information about their services and the clinic provides a comfortable, relaxing vibe as you walk in.
It is always pleasant to talk to them over the phone, or communicate over emails.
I have great trust in them and highly recommend them!
Great. Highly professional team of doctors and support staff. Worth the money.
Tatiana - General Dentistry
Incredible and consistent service. Super transparent about costs and advice. And overall just so lovely and professional. Also a beautiful space!
Jane - Cosmetic Dentistry
Great service. Everyone at the practice went out of their way to ensure I was happy and satisfied.
Mai - General Dentistry
See the Results
Our aim is to provide you with a beautiful smile, a comfortable and efficient bite and excellent oral health
At Dental Artistry we’re dedicated to providing you with exceptional dental treatment in a practice that adheres to the most stringent safety and quality measures.
Our dentists, and patient support team are committed to treating you with kindness and respect.
Tell us about your dental goals and we’ll do our utmost to help you achieve them.