Transform your smile with DSD & Invisalign

Being a certified Invisalign provider as well as a Digital Smile Design (DSD) clinic, Enamel Clinic combines the mastery of both of these technologies to bring you your perfect smile, and a comfortable, pleasant, predictable and assuring experience. It’s also an incredibly exciting time, and we’d like your journey to give you the wonderful experience you deserve.

The History and Progression of Modern Orthodontics

A History of Modern Orthodontics Written By : Dr Petra Van Der Merwe The first variation of modern braces was created by Christophe-Francois Delabarre in 1819. This system required wrapping wire around each individual tooth because bonding techniques weren’t strong enough to fasten wire to the front of teeth temporarily. Braces continued to change fundamentally […]

Invisalign – Revolutionizing Modern Orthodontics

Transforming your smile is simpler than you think. The days of traditional braces are dwindling, and with it the inconvenience and discomfort of brackets and wires. Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment using clear aligners to guide your teeth into their ideal position. Is Invisalign for you? The short answer is most definitely yes! Invisalign® treats […]

Interdisciplinary Dental Treatments: How do they work?

Have you ever heard the saying ” Together Everyone Achieves More”? If you look closely at the saying, you’ll note it creates the acronym TEAM. Thanks to teamwork and collaboration, the human race has achieved many extraordinary things. We have advanced in art, science, sport and economics, exceeding the wildest dreams of our early ancestors. […]

Not All Orthodontics Are Equal

When people hear the word orthodontics, it is likely that images of smiling teens with rows of braces and wires will pop up in their minds.  However, orthodontics is much more than just straightening teeth.  Good orthodontics takes multiple factors into account, like how treatment will affect the overall appearance of the face, the health […]

Clear Aligner Therapy vs Braces: Which one is best for me?

In a previous blog, we answered the question “What is Clear Aligner Therapy?” outlining how they differ from traditional braces and how an aligner treatment journey works at our clinic. This post will delve deeper into the differences between these two tooth straightening treatments, including how to find out which option best suits your case. […]

What is Clear Aligner Therapy?

Clear Aligner Therapy is a treatment that involves moving your teeth orthodontically, but without braces. The aligners are made out of a see-through plastic shell that fits over your teeth.  They are made individually for your teeth to move them into better positions.  Depending on how far your teeth need to move, you will get […]