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Dr. Paul O'Connell Explains Orthodontic Consultations At 3Dental - Orthodontics
Dr. Paul O'Connell Explains Orthodontic Consultations At 3Dental - Orthodontics
Did you know, around 33% of children need orthodontic treatment at some point? But what exactly does an orthodontist do, and why is their job so important for our smiles, self-esteem, and overall health?
This article provides a comprehensive overview of orthodontists, detailing their roles, the treatments they offer, and the benefits of orthodontic care.
What Is An Orthodontist?
An orthodontist is a fully qualified dentist who chooses to enter into a three-year postgraduate programme that allows them to specialise in orthodontics treatment. Orthodontists diagnose and treat alignment issues in the teeth and jaws, fixing bite function and straightening teeth.
A specialist orthodontic practice will identify problems and develop a treatment plan to enhance your overall dental health, giving you a beautiful smile.
Here’s A Closer Look At What Orthodontists Do:
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- Diagnosis and treatment planning: Orthodontists use various diagnostic tools such as X-rays, photographs, and digital scans of your mouth to create detailed treatment plans. They assess your dental and facial structure to determine the best action for optimal alignment and bite for you.
- Application of orthodontic devices: They apply braces, clear braces and aligners and other devices designed to move your teeth or hold them in place. This part of the job requires precision and a deep understanding of how different forces affect tooth movement and jaw development.
- Monitoring progress: Throughout your treatment, orthodontists monitor the progress of your teeth movement and make adjustments to your orthodontic devices as needed. This helps ensure your treatment goals are met within the expected timeframe.
- Patient education: Orthodontists also advise about how to care for your orthodontic devices and maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment.
- Collaboration with other dental professionals: In cases where you might require multi-faceted dental treatment, orthodontists collaborate with other dental professionals to ensure you receive the comprehensive care you need.
Orthodontist Vs. Dentist: What's The Difference?
Orthodontists and dentists both focus on oral care, but they serve different roles in dental health. While all orthodontists are dentists, not all dentists are orthodontists.
Dentists provide general dental care, while orthodontists are specialised in managing the alignment of teeth and jaws.
Dentists
- After earning a general dental degree, dentists are qualified to diagnose and treat various oral health issues. This includes cavities, gum diseases, root canals, and preventive care.
Orthodontists
- Orthodontists start as dentists and then undergo additional specialised training (usually two to three years) in an accredited orthodontic programme. Their specialisation focuses on diagnosing, preventing, and treating dental and facial irregularities. This includes fitting
braces, clear aligners, retainers, and other corrective devices.
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What Are The Signs That I Might Need Orthodontic Treatment?
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- 6 Month BracesSigns that you might need to see an orthodontist include crowded or crooked teeth, gaps between teeth, and noticeable overbite or underbite:
If your teeth are crowded, crooked, misaligned or misplaced, an orthodontist can determine the best treatment options to straighten the teeth and align your bite.
If you experience jaw pain, clicking, or popping of the jaw joint (TMJ disorders), an orthodontist can assess your bite and jaw alignment to see if orthodontic treatment can alleviate these symptoms.
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If you have large gaps between teeth that affect the aesthetics of your smile and the function of your teeth, orthodontic treatment can close these gaps and distribute your teeth evenly along your jawline.
If you have an overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite, these can lead to difficulty in speaking and eating, and in some cases, can cause facial asymmetry.
If you're self-conscious about your smile or the alignment of your teeth, an orthodontist can provide options to enhance your smile through braces, clear aligners, or other corrective methods.
Remember, it's never too late to visit an orthodontist. The majority of our clients are adults seeking orthodontic treatment for cosmetic reasons or to correct long-standing dental issues.
Meet Your Orthodontic Team
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Dr Paul O'Connell
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
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Dr Paul O'Connell
Bachelor Dent. Sc. (Trinity College Dublin) 2004
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Dr. O’Connell studied dentistry at Trinity College in Dublin, graduating in 2004. Prior to this, he studied and worked as a pharmacist.
Paul has also run his own highly successful dental surgery for over ten years in Limerick city and carries with him a wide range of knowledge and experience in all fields of dentistry.
Paul has trained extensively throughout Europe and the USA, learning various aspects of dentistry, most notably short-term and comprehensive orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and endodontics (root canals).
He studied endodontics at the prestigious Eastman clinic, University College in London and Manchester University, before moving on to study at the top dental cosmetic clinics in Harley street, as well as abroad in Italy.
He trains constantly to improve his knowledge and skills in advanced dental techniques and enjoys applying them to help his patients get the very best in dental care.
Find out more about Paul O'Connell's role at 3Dental on his author page.
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Dr Paula Taracido
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Read BioDr Paula Taracido
Bachelor Dent. Sc. (University of Santiago de Compostela (Galicia, Spain)) 2013
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Paula graduated from the University of Santiago de Compostela (Galicia, Spain) in 2013 with a bachelor's degree in Dental Science.
She moved to Ireland in 2014 and has worked in private practices since then, maturing her skills in all areas of dentistry.
Since then, she developed a special interest in Orthodontics and enrolled in a 3-year masters in Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics by the IDEOD institute in Seville, where she also became an Invisalign provider.
She joined the 3Dental team in 2017.
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Dr Sandra Montano
Orthodontist
Read BioDr Sandra Montano
Bachelor Dental Surgery (Mayor de San Simon University, Bolivia) 1997
Orthodontist
Sandra joined the team in August 2018, where her practice is limited to orthodontics.
Sandra loves to treat nervous patients and getting patients the beautiful straight teeth that they deserve.
She is warm and welcome and has a calming nature.
You can follow Dr Montano’s work on her Instagram page @dr.sandramontano
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Dr Robert Price
General Dentist/Orthodontics
Read BioDr Robert Price
General Dentist/Orthodontics
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Dr Cem Algul
Specialist Orthodontist
Read BioDr Cem Algul
Bachelor Dent. Sc. (University of Szeged, Hungary) 2016, Specialising in Orthodontics, 2019
Specialist Orthodontist
Dr Cem Algul is a highly skilled orthodontist with a passion for creating beautiful, healthy smiles. He graduated from the University of Szeged in 2016 with a degree in dentistry, and shortly after, he knew that he wanted to specialise in orthodontics.
After completing his general dentistry training, Dr Algul pursued a speciality in orthodontics, which he completed in 2019. During his training, he developed a keen eye for detail and a commitment to using the latest techniques and technologies to help his patients achieve optimal results.
Today, Dr Algul is recognised as a leading orthodontist in his community, and he is known for his friendly, compassionate approach to patient care. He takes the time to get to know his patients and works closely with them to develop personalised treatment plans that meet their unique needs and goals.
Whether helping a child achieve a healthy, straight smile or working with an adult to correct problems with their bite and improve overall dental health, Dr Algul is committed to providing the highest level of care and achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients.
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Dr Clara Garcia
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
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Dr Clara Garcia
Master's degree in Orthodontics (Paul School of Dentistry), Postgraduate training in Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Prosthesis
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Clara García Manso is a skilled and dedicated dental professional passionate about orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics. With a Master's degree in Orthodontics from the Saint Paul School of Dentistry and extensive postgraduate training in Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Prosthesis, Clara brings a wealth of expertise to her work.
Her commitment to providing exceptional patient care is evident in her roles as a Locum Specialist in Orthodontics at prominent dental practices in Madrid.
Clara's proficiency in English and Spanish allows her to communicate effectively with a diverse range of patients. Her caring and compassionate approach and her dental background ensure patients receive the highest quality of care.
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Dr Kahei Hernández
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Read BioDr Kahei Hernández
Bachelor Dent. Sc. (San Pablo CEU University, Madrid) 2014, MSc. Dentofacial Orthopedics and Orthodontics (Alcalá University, Madrid) 2020
Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Kahei graduated in dentistry in 2014 from San Pablo CEU University in Madrid and worked as a general dentist for six years.
In 2020 he received his three-year master's degree in Dentofacial Orthopedics and Orthodontics from Alcalá University in Madrid and became a qualified Invisalign provider.
Kahei is currently splitting his time working as an orthodontic dentist in Dublin and Madrid. He came to Dublin to grow as a professional and experience living abroad.
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Rayan Rehman
Orthodontic Therapist
Read BioRayan Rehman
Dublin Dental Hospital
Orthodontic Therapist
Rayan is a graduate from the Dublin Dental hospital in Trinity college. She has experience in all areas of dentistry but has a key interest in orthodontics and prosthodontics.
Rayan enjoys working with patients and seeing the end result of a satisfied patient.
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Sarah Dempsey
Orthodontic Therapist
Read BioSarah Dempsey
Dublin Dental Hospital Orthodontic Therapy
Orthodontic Therapist
Previously, Sarah worked in a small specialist orthodontic practice for 8years. She joined the previous practice as a dental nurse and, in 2018, went back to college to study orthodontic therapy at Trinity College/Dublin Dental Hospital.
She enjoys being clinically involved with the patients' treatments from start to finish and seeing the transformation after treatment is complete.
Sarah joined 3dental in July 2022 and enjoys her role within the practice. She likes that 3Dental is a multi-disciplinary practice, and all treatments are carried out here with clinicians having direct contact with each other when involved in cases, particularly complex cases.
Sarah enjoys spending time with her family and going to the gym in her spare time.
Common Orthodontic Treatment
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Metal Braces
- Braces: Whether you need kids braces for your child, or adult braces for yourself, these essential appliances gradually realign the teeth into the correct position. Depending on your unique needs, the orthodontist might recommend fixed braces (also known as train track braces) or removable braces, such as Invisalign.
- Retainers: A retainer will ensure your teeth remain in their new positions after your initial treatment.
- Face masks: Headgear and face masks can correct underbite and overbite issues. They're primarily used in younger patients - although adults might wear them in severe cases.
Transform Your Smile With An Orthodontic Treatment Plan From 3Dental
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Sarah Dempsey - Orthodontic Therapist
Across Ireland, from our Dublin clinic to our Limerick clinic, and our Galway clinic, 3Dental orthodontists are at the forefront of orthodontic treatment, using the latest technology to provide treatments for adults and children.
Our orthodontic specialists will work with you to transform your smile, giving you a huge confidence boost. Modern treatments now mean there are more options for adults, including invisible aligners, which help correct alignment issues without being obtrusive.
We pride ourselves on creating a friendly environment for patients with flexible payment options and ongoing support throughout your treatment.
Please get in touch today to arrange an appointment.
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