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Specialist Orthodontic Solutions

Common orthodontic problems we treat

From crowding and spacing to bite issues and jaw discrepancies, our specialist orthodontists create personalised treatment plans to correct problems, improve function, and support long-term oral health.

Treatments, mapped out in 3D

Using 3D intra-oral scanning and digital treatment planning, we can map out tooth and jaw movements in advance, improving accuracy and allowing you to visualise your treatment journey before it begins.

Crowding

Crowding occurs when there isn’t enough space in the jaw for all teeth to align properly. This can cause teeth to overlap, rotate, or become blocked.

Correcting crowding:

Improves appearance and smile balance
Makes teeth easier to clean, lowering the risk of decay or gum disease
Supports better bite function and long-term stability

Excessive spacing

Spacing issues appear when gaps form between teeth, often due to smaller-than-average teeth, missing teeth, or jaw size discrepancies.

Closing spaces can:

Improve bite efficiency and function
Create a more balanced smile
Prepare the mouth for restorative treatments such as implants or bridgework if teeth are missing

Openbite

An open bite means the upper and lower teeth do not touch when the mouth is closed, leaving a gap. It can be caused by habits (like thumb sucking), tongue posture, or jaw growth patterns.

Open bites can:

Make biting into foods like apples or sandwiches difficult
Affect speech and articulation
Contribute to uneven wear on the back teeth

Treatment aims to bring the front and back teeth into contact for proper function and aesthetics.

Overbite

An overbite (sometimes called a “deep bite”) occurs when the upper front teeth overlap too far over the lower teeth.

Potential problems include:

Excessive wear or damage to lower teeth
Jaw discomfort or strain
A “collapsed” smile appearance if severe

Treatment rebalances the bite, protecting teeth and improving comfort.

Underbite

An underbite occurs when the lower teeth sit in front of the upper teeth when the mouth is closed. This can cause difficulties with chewing, speaking, and can place extra stress on the jaw. Orthodontic treatment helps shift the bite into a healthier, more comfortable position.

Cross bite

A crossbite occurs when one or more upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth when biting. It may affect just a single tooth or an entire side of the mouth.

If untreated, crossbites can:

Lead to uneven tooth wear
Cause gum recession around affected teeth
Contribute to jaw shifting and long-term joint problems

Orthodontic correction aligns the bite, balancing both function and aesthetics.

Jaw alignment problems & orthognathic surgery

Sometimes bite issues are caused not only by teeth but by the size or position of the jaws. In these cases, orthodontics alone may not be enough.

Mild to moderate jaw discrepancies can often be corrected with orthodontic appliances while a child or teen is still growing.
Severe jaw discrepancies in adults may require a combined approach of orthodontic treatment and orthognathic surgery (jaw surgery).

We use 3D digital scans and planning software to carefully design these treatments.

This allows us to coordinate with oral and maxillofacial surgeons, simulate surgical outcomes, and give patients a clear understanding of their treatment pathway.

Orthognathic surgery may be recommended to:

Correct severe underbites, overbites, or open bites
Improve facial balance and symmetry
Address jaw-related breathing or airway concerns
Support chewing, speech, and long-term oral health

Why our patients love us

One of Sydney's highest rated orthodontists with 120+ reviews on Google Reviews.

    
 
 
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   Mika M 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very kind staff, Changed my smile to Bad to Perfect, Loving the results! Would %100 recommend going!
  
 
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   Liz O 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. All staff have been extremely patient, friendly and helpful at every appointment.
  
 
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   Koby W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just got my braces off have been going here for 2 years it was incredible, staff were so nice I couldn’t have asked for anything more

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Thank you Koby for such an amazing review, you were an absolute pleasure having you as our patient. We are so happy you had such a positive experience with Dr Paul Lam and the team.
  
 
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   Amber W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience with Dr Paul Lam and the team. Could not recommend Family Orthodonticts highly enough. Everyone is so friendly and so professional. Would definitely encourage everyone to see Dr Paul!

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Thank you so much Amber for such a wonderful review. It was a pleasure looking after Koby, and we are so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience with Dr Paul Lam and our team. We are especially grateful that you noticed our team's friendliness and professionalism. Your kind words and recommendations mean so much to us.
  
 
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   Renee W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had Paul, Tina and Nat look after me for the last 1.5 years. They were absolutely amazing and now my braces are off they are looking perfect. Absolutely recommend to everyone and anyone (child or adult)

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Thank you Renee for your beautiful review! it was an absolute pleasure looking after you, and we are so happy to hear you love your new smile. Congratulations on getting your braces off - you look amazing. Thank you for your high recommendation, we truly appreciate it.
  
 
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   Christy V 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m really happy with how my teeth turned out and definitely recommend them to anyone considering orthodontic treatment. The staff are very friendly and professional, I especially had a positive experience with Dr Paul Lam and Tina who ensured I understood the treatment and answered my questions. After my treatment I received a certificate and some sweets. And they even had my favourite chocolate, what a coincidence 😂

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Thank you Christy for such a wonderful review, we are so delighted that you are so happy with your new smile. We appreciate your kind words and that we just happened to gift you with your favourite sweet treats.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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