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Meet Dr Barry Lewin

August 19th, 2009
Dr Barry Lewin

Barry practised general dentistry for four years, after graduating from Melbourne University in 1981, before returning to undertake postgraduate studies to specialise in orthodontics. Always up with the latest developments in orthodontics, Barry regularly attends seminars and conferences both here in Australia and overseas and in the past has taught orthodontics to undergraduate dental students. On those rare occasions when he is not working, Barry enjoys tinkering with motorbikes and playing with new technology. What was the defining moment that lead to your decision to specialize in orthodontics? Desire to help patients have great smiles. What is the worst part of your ...

Orthodontics does not always mean metal braces

August 4th, 2009

When people think of Orthodontics the first thing they think of is a mouth full of metal…that stereotypical Ugly Betty parody. Luckily MOG is at the cutting edge of dental technology and there are several innovations that can make your orthodontic treatment as barely noticeable as possible, and much faster than ever before. Self ligating braces Sequential aligners Clear braces Traditional metal braces Removable plates We will explain what these are in future blog posts – but for now just knowing there are options out there is comforting! Not all treatments suit all cases. Come and VisitMOG and we can give you an assessment of your options, and ...

Straight teeth, more than just a Hollywood smile

July 6th, 2009

The reasons for having your teeth straightened are as individual as the treatment available, aesthetic improvement is just one of the benefits. Confidence People are very aware of how teeth look and an attractive smile can play an important role in enhancing self-confidence. First impressions are made when a person smiles and many people with less than perfect teeth may find that they do not smile as often. Hygiene It's more difficult to clean your teeth when they are crowded and overlapping. Plaque damage due to inadequate cleaning is a major factor in tooth decay, gum disease and eventual tooth loss. Having your teeth straightened will ...