Alignment & crowding
Braces or clear aligners may be considered depending on the type and complexity of tooth movement needed.
Braces → · Aligners →Treatment overview
Different smiles need different mechanics.
The right treatment is based on diagnosis — not just which appliance looks best. PretoriaSmile publishes options spanning braces, clear aligners, early treatment, retainers, surgical orthodontics and cleft care.
Request an assessmentBite relationships
Overbite, underbite, crossbite and open bite require assessment of both tooth position and the underlying jaw relationship.
Ask for an assessment →Growth & eruption
Some developing problems are easier to manage during childhood while jaws are growing and permanent teeth are emerging.
Early treatment →Complex skeletal cases
Selected patients may need coordinated orthodontic and surgical planning when jaw relationships are a major part of the problem.
Surgical orthodontics →Cleft-related orthodontics
Cleft lip and palate care follows a specialised, staged pathway and can involve an interdisciplinary team.
Cleft care →Retention & aftercare
Retainers help hold teeth after active treatment. PretoriaSmile also publishes guidance on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
Patient guidance →Decision point
Braces or aligners?
Both move teeth, but they differ in visibility, removability and how treatment is delivered. Complexity, compliance and specific tooth movements can affect which route is appropriate.
Fixed braces
- Attached to the teeth during treatment
- Useful across a broad range of orthodontic problems
- Require careful brushing around brackets and wires
Clear aligners
- Transparent and removable
- Worn in a prescribed sequence
- Patient wear-time and suitability matter