Ashfeld Orthodontists
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- 35+ Years of Orthodontic Experience
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Why Choose Ortho Co. Ashfield?
Specialist Orthodontic Care, Focused On You
Your treatment is provided by registered Specialist Orthodontists who focus exclusively on orthodontics. Every treatment plan is carefully tailored to your individual dental development, lifestyle and treatment goals.
Clear Guidance At Every Appointment
Orthodontic treatment works best when patients and families understand the process. We take time to explain progress, options and next steps so you always feel informed and supported throughout your journey.
Personalised Care From A Familiar Team
Many of our patients tell us they value seeing familiar faces at each visit. Our experienced team works closely together to provide consistent care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Modern Techniques And Thoughtful Planning
We use modern orthodontic technology and digital planning tools to assist diagnosis, treatment planning and communication — helping treatment run as smoothly as possible.
Designed For Busy Families
We understand school schedules, work commitments and family life. With convenient locations and flexible appointment options, we aim to make orthodontic treatment easier to manage.
Transparent Fees And Flexible Payment Options
We provide clear discussions of treatment fees, interest-free payment plans, and health fund rebates so families can make informed decisions about orthodontic care.
Child Orthodontics
Our Kids Orthodontist will assess your child and determine whether intervention to guide the growth and development of their jaws is needed to make room for their future adult teeth.
Teen Orthodontics
Depending on clinical suitability, options include clear braces, clear aligners, or coloured braces, allowing patients to choose a style that suits them.
Adult Orthodontics
With options like clear aligners or clear braces providing a discreet approach tailored to each patient’s needs.
Orthodontic Treatments We Offer In Ashfield
At Ortho Co., we offer the full suite of orthodontic treatments in Sydney. If you’re an Ashfield local, get in touch today to start your dream smile journey. Our Canterbury orthodontists help adults and children with a range of treatments, including:
Braces Ashfield
At Ortho Co., we offer a range of comfortable, aesthetic braces treatments. Whether you’re interested in traditional or clear braces, we’ve got the perfect solution to help restore your smile.
Kids Braces Ashfield
your child and determine whether intervention to guide the growth and development of their jaws is required to make room for their future adult teeth.
Clear Aligners Ashfield
Our specialist Sydney orthodontists will discuss these options with you to help determine which is most suitable for your unique situation.
Lingual Braces Ashfield
Lingual braces are a discreet, barely visible solution for your smile and oral health.
Retainers Ashfield
and it’s your customised retainers. These personalised appliances play a significant role in maintaining the smile you’ve worked so hard to achieve by holding your teeth in their optimal position, thereby helping you retain your newly curated, beautiful smile.
Jaw Surgery Ashfield
we may recommend that you partner with one of Sydney’s leading Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons. This surgery enhances quality of life, improves aesthetics, and treats sleep apnea.
Our Specialist Ashfield Orthodontists
Meet Dr. Doreen
She received the Outstanding Young Orthodontist of the Year in 2022 from the Australian Society of Orthodontists.
Dr Doreen loves transforming smiles and believes that everyone deserves a beautiful, confident smile.
She loves treating patients of all ages and works hard to ensure you and your family receive the best possible care and experience throughout your smile journey.
Dedicated to her field, she is an honorary clinical tutor at the University of Sydney, staying up to date with the latest technologies to provide optimal patient care. She has also been a volunteer dentist in Nepal, Cambodia and rural New Zealand.
Dr Doreen’s research contributions, conference presentations, and publications in medical, dental, and orthodontic journals have garnered international recognition. Her interests include sleep apnoea and accelerated orthodontic treatment.
Dr Doreen can speak Cantonese.
Meet Dr. Safa Al-Shafi
holding prestigious degrees from both the University of Sydney and Griffith University, where she excelled academically and clinically. Throughout her extensive training, Dr Safa demonstrated a passion for advancing orthodontic science. Her clinical research focused on accelerated tooth movement, an area of growing interest in the field, and she was honoured to have her work published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, one of the most respected journals in Orthodontics.
With a patient-centred approach, Dr Safa is known for her warm, approachable demeanour and empathetic care. She believes in creating individualised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident throughout their orthodontic journey. Her dedication to achieving excellence in treatment outcomes has earned her the trust and loyalty of her patients.
Dr. Safa is particularly passionate about utilising the latest advancements in orthodontic technology, including clear aligners and digital orthodontics, to enhance treatment efficiency and comfort.
Outside of her professional life, Dr Safa enjoys exploring new destinations through travel and cherishes quality time with her young family. She balances her career with her role as a dedicated mother, and her enthusiasm for life extends beyond the clinic, where she brings the same level of care and commitment to her loved ones.
Experience Ortho Co’s Express Orthodontic Treatment
Express Treatment at Ortho Co. provides a shorter orthodontic option for patients who require timely improvements in teeth alignment, allowing treatment to fit efficiently within their schedules while still being tailored to each patient’s clinical needs.
Enhancing Lives Through Better Sleep
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) isn’t just a condition – it’s a serious medical concern that affects your well-being. At Ortho Co, your health and comfort are our top priorities, which is why we go the extra mile to screen for sleep apnoea for all our patients.
Hear From Our Amazing Patients
Bridget Shirlow
Dr Doreen and her team have been fabulous. Throughout my treatment she has been accommodating and always quick to respond to any questions and queries. I’ve been extremely happy with the results of my treatment and cannot recommend this practice enough!
Maureen Lolo
Hafsa Ashfaq
My daughter got her braces one and a half year ago from Dr Doreen. She needed an expander as well and the results are amazing. Always organised, on time and communicates clearly. Recommended her to other friends and they got awesome results as well
Cosmica
Amazing service, did an excellent job on my teeth. Dr Doreen is highly qualified and competent and extremely accommodating and easy to work with. The whole staff is fantastic. Would 100% recommend too anyone seeking orthodontic treatment of any sort.
Building Smiles,
Enriching Communities
We’re not just a practice, we’re a part of your community. With a heart for giving back, we’re committed to supporting local charities that make a difference. When you choose us, you’re not just choosing a smile transformation – you’re choosing to be a part of something bigger, creating smiles beyond the chair.
Ashfield Local’s Orthodontist Of Choice
Ortho Co. Canterbury
Shop 2, 1 Charles St, Canterbury, 2193
Hours: Fri: 8.30am to 7pm Sat: By appointment
P: 1800 378 336
[email protected]
How To Get To Us From Ashfield
If you are a local looking for a top-rated Ashfield dental care, look no further than Ortho Co., the leading Canterbury orthodontist.
Travelling from Ashfield to Ortho Co Canterbury is quick and convenient, taking approximately 5-15 minutes by car depending on traffic. From Ashfield, head south via Liverpool Road (A22) towards Canterbury, then turn onto Canterbury Road. Continue along Canterbury Road before turning into Charles Street, where you’ll find Ortho Co.Canterbury at Unit 2/1 Charles St, Canterbury NSW 2193.
If you are travelling by bus from Ashfield Station, near Liverpool Road, the trip to Ortho Co. will take between 10 and 15 minutes. Catch Bus 491 heading towards Canterbury/Hurstville, get off near Canterbury Road and from there it’s a short walk (5 to 10 minutes) south-east down Charles Street to Unit 2/1 Charles Street, where we are located.
For the most accurate directions based on current traffic, we recommend using Google Maps before you leave.
Ortho Co. Canterbury
Shop 2, 1 Charles St, Canterbury, 2193
Hours: Fri: 8.30am to 7pm Sat: By appointment
P: 1800 378 336
[email protected]
Orthodontic treatment is a specialised branch of dentistry that focuses on correcting teeth and jaw alignment issues to improve oral health and aesthetics.
You do not need a referral to see an orthodontist and appointments can be made directly with an orthodontist of your choice. Always check your orthodontist is registered with the Australian Society of Orthodontics (ASO) before making a booking.
Common orthodontic appliances include traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces (placed on the backside of teeth), and clear aligners (such as Invisalign).
Orthodontic treatment can be beneficial for individuals of all ages. While it’s more common to undergo treatment during adolescence, many adults also choose to straighten their teeth later in life.
Most orthodontists recommend children should see an orthodontist from the age of 7. At Ortho Co, we will only recommend that treatment begins when your child’s teeth are ready.
With metal braces, you will need to see your orthodontist every 6-8 weeks so that we can carefully monitor the progress of your teeth. At appointments, we will then make adjustments to your braces such as changing the wire. For clear aligners, we still like to keep a close eye on your treatment personally so that we can ensure everything is on track and answer any questions you may have. We need to see you a little less often with clear aligners compared to braces, usually around every 8 to 10 weeks.
When braces are originally applied to the teeth the process shouldn’t be painful. However, throughout the treatment, you might experience some minor discomfort or soreness as your teeth slowly adjust to their new position in your mouth.
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While there may be some dietary restrictions during orthodontic treatment to avoid damaging appliances, most patients can eat a relatively normal diet with proper care and caution.
Most patients do not notice a significant difference in their speech when they have orthodontic treatment. However, it can take a short period to get used to the feeling of having metal braces or clear aligners in your mouth.
Treatment times vary depending on the individual patient and the level of treatment required, however, on average the treatment period can be anything between 6 and 24 months for braces and clear aligners.
Risks and complications are rare but can include tooth decay, gum disease, and temporary discomfort or irritation from appliances. Your orthodontist will discuss potential risks and how to minimise them before starting treatment.
Of course! It’s important to stay fit and healthy throughout your treatment, but we do recommend the use of a mouthguard for certain sports such as contact sports, sports involving the use of a ball, and high-risk sports such as skiing. Similarly to a normal mouthguard, a specialist brace mouthguard can be used to protect your teeth and braces from injury or breakages when you play sports.
The answer is yes, but there may be a period of adjustment that comes with learning to use an instrument with braces if it involves direct contact with the mouth when being played. The more practice you have using your instrument with braces, the quicker you will learn to adapt.
Orthodontic treatment is usually covered if you have added it as an extra to your private health insurance. If this is the case, you will need to check your individual insurance provider’s policy to find out how much they will reimburse you for your treatment. The item number for full fixed braces is 881 and the item number for upper and lower clear aligners is 825 x 2.
Removing braces is quite quick and easy. We use a special instrument to hold each bracket and we softly squeeze the bracket which makes it gently come away from each tooth. This process is painless, although you may hear popping sounds as each bracket is removed which is normal. We will then polish off any leftover adhesive to ensure that your new smile is super shiny. Then you can check out your brand-new smile in the mirror! We know you’ll love it!
Yes. We recommend continuing with your regularly scheduled dental check-ups. This will help to ensure proper oral hygiene throughout your treatment with us.