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Invisalign for Crowded Teeth: Is It a Good Option?

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Nowadays, many people have so crowded teeth that they need to wear dental braces to keep their smiles looking good. But what if there was a better way? What if there was a way to get dental braces without all the metal and wires? That’s where Invisalign comes in. Invisalign is a treatment option that uses clear plastic aligners to…

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Common Dental Problems in Children

Good oral hygiene habits are essential for maintaining healthy teeth and gums, especially in children. It’s important to start teaching children about oral hygiene at an early age so that they can develop good habits that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, many children suffer from common dental problems that can lead to discomfort, pain, and more severe dental problems. In...

Minimally Invasive Aligners: What They Are & How They Work

Clear aligners are a minimally invasive way to straighten teeth without the use of metal braces. They work by gently moving your teeth into the correct position. Minimally invasive aligners are made of clear plastic that is custom fit to your teeth. How are Clear Aligners Considered Minimally Invasive? There are three reasons why clear aligners are considered minimally invasive....

Phase 1 Orthodontic Treatment for Children

Phase 1 Orthodontic treatment is lengthy, but it’s worth it when it comes to improving your child’s smile. We’ll discuss the various phases of orthodontic treatment and what you need to know to decide what’s best for your child. From diagnosis to braces and beyond, read on to get the information you need to have a successful orthodontist in Calgary. ...

The Dos And Don’ts Of Cleaning Aligners

Keeping your Invisalign aligners clean is an important task that patients must responsibly do on a daily basis. Dr. Hisham Badawi and the Smile Elements team offer several dos and don’ts of cleaning aligners to help you with this task. You will be wearing your aligners every day for 12 to 18 months. Learning how to clean aligners helps keep...

How Important Are Straight Teeth

We tend to look at people with straight, healthy, white smiles to be healthier, more trustworthy – maybe even more professional. This indicates the many cosmetic benefits of having straight teeth, but there’s so much more involved than what meets the eye! Making the decision to straighten your teeth is a lifestyle choice, along with being the first step in a...

Orthodontic Treatment for Teens: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

We know that being a teenager can be difficult without throwing crooked teeth into the mix. When orthodontic treatment for teens becomes a must, it’s important that your teen has all the right information in order to make the most of it, and get the best possible results! This guide will go over why more and more teenagers are opting for braces, how braces...

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Minimally Invasive Clear Aligners

PROVIDER OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE ALIGNERS FOR ALL AGES

Personalised comprehensive orthodontic treatment in North Calgary. With Dr. Badawi's in depth experience and training, we can correct any orthodontic case using clear aligners.