Thinking about braces or aligners but not sure what happens at that first appointment? No surprises here — here's exactly what to expect!

If your dentist has mentioned jaw surgery as part of your treatment plan, you probably have a lot of questions. What exactly is it? Why can't braces alone fix the problem? What does the process involve?

Here is an honest, clear guide to help you understand what jaw surgery is and what to expect.

Your dentist has fitted you with a transpalatal arch or lingual arch — a fixed metal bar that sits across the roof of your mouth or behind your lower front teeth. Here is everything you need to know about what to expect and how to care for it.

If your dentist has placed separators between your teeth today, you might be wondering what exactly they are and what to expect over the next few days. Here's everything you need to know.

Orthodontic elastics are small rubber bands that connect your upper and lower braces or aligner attachments to apply gentle but consistent force across the jaws. Unlike the archwire which moves individual teeth, elastics work on a larger scale — they correct the relationship between the upper and lower jaw and teeth.

Orthognathic surgery — commonly known as jaw surgery — is a significant procedure, and how well you care for yourself in the recovery period plays a huge role in how smoothly and comfortably you heal. This guide covers everything you need to know about oral hygiene, eating, recovery, and what to expect in the days, weeks, and months after your surgery.

A facemask — also known as a reverse pull headgear or protraction facemask — is an orthodontic appliance worn on the outside of the face that works in combination with an expander inside the mouth to guide the growth of the upper jaw forward. It is used to correct a specific type of bite problem called an underbite caused by an underdeveloped upper jaw — and it is most effective when used during periods of active growth in children and young adolescents. Here is your complete guide.

Removable orthodontic appliances come in many forms — from appliances with Z-springs that tip or move individual teeth, to removable expanders that gently widen the dental arch.

Whatever type your dentist has prescribed, the principles of wearing and caring for your appliance are the same. Here's your complete guide.

A Twin Block is a removable orthodontic appliance made up of two separate parts — one for the upper teeth and one for the lower teeth. When worn together, the blocks guide the lower jaw forward into a more favourable position, helping to correct the relationship between the upper and lower jaws. It is one of the most effective and widely used functional appliances for growing patients. Here's everything you need to know.