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How To Choose The Mouthwash That’s Right For You

  A famous mouthwash company chose the marketing slogan, “Better than flossing.” As a consumer, would you believe a high-end commercial that essentially tells you to stop flossing? Just use this brand of mouthwash and the risk of gingivitis, cavities, etc., is gone. What a wonderful idea! Now for the reality: This is simply not [...]

How To Choose The Mouthwash That’s Right For You

How do I take care of my lingual braces?

Patients at Wonder West Orthodontics often wonder if lingual braces require the same amount of care as regular braces. The only real difference between lingual braces and traditional braces is the location of the brackets: lingual brackets are mounted on the back of your teeth. This mounting technique means that your braces completely hidden! However, [...]

How do I take care of my lingual braces?

The Intriguing History of Halloween

Halloween is fast approaching, and the team at Wonder West Orthodontics wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the "old days" it wasn't even called [...]

The Intriguing History of Halloween

How much do braces cost?

This is one of the most common questions that is asked at Wonder West Orthodontics and, unfortunately, it does not have a simple answer. Just as every patient we see is unique, so is their treatment plan. Some patients have very simple problems which require less appliances and time, while other cases are much more [...]

How much do braces cost?

The Evolution of Orthodontic Braces

  Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? Wonder West Orthodontics thinks of modern orthodontic appliances as sleek, efficient technology, but this was not always so! Take a look at the highlights in the evolution of braces. Ancient Times: From Greece to Rome [...]

The Evolution of Orthodontic Braces

Foods & Candy To Avoid While Wearing Braces

Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. Meena Wilde and Dr. Natalie Swoboda will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at Wonder West Orthodontics, you also have to be [...]

Foods & Candy To Avoid While Wearing Braces

What’s the advantage of Invisalign®?

Invisalign, which we happily provide at Wonder West Orthodontics, is a great alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment if you are hesitant about the look and feel of metal braces. During your initial visit at our London, ON office, the first thing we do is take an impression of your teeth as they are now and [...]

What’s the advantage of Invisalign®?

What should I ask during my orthodontic consultation?

If you have been thinking about undergoing orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment, the first step is scheduling an orthodontic consultation at Wonder West Orthodontics. During the consultation we will actively listen to your concerns and address all of your questions, as well as discuss a treatment options that would best suit [...]

What should I ask during my orthodontic consultation?

The Advantage of Invisalign Teen®

Here at Wonder West Orthodontics, we know that image is everything. At an age when image is so important, the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to the teeth may intensify the already-delicate confidence of today's teens. But not to worry! There is a clear alternative to traditional braces! The team at [...]

The Advantage of Invisalign Teen®