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About Us

Welcome to The Braces Practice! At our clinic, our dedicated and highly-trained dentists and staff look forward to providing you with the best experience in your braces journey.

STAFF DEDICATED TO YOU

Our friendly staff are great with people of all ages. We love to see children in our clinic! Our team is experienced in caring for children, teenagers and adults, and we will work hard to meet whatever needs you may have.

If you have a burning question or an emergency issue, simply drop us a WhatsApp message (+65 9737 6784) and our friendly staff will write you a reply as soon as we can.

OUR CLINIC PHILOSOPHY

We believe in providing the best quality of care and the highest level of expertise. We also know that your time is precious, and visiting us should cause minimal disruption to your daily schedule. Therefore we operate extended hours on weekdays (until 9pm) and we are also open on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays).

When you choose us as your braces dentists, you are accessing availability, convenience and expertise.

 

Availability
We operate extended hours during weekdays and are open on weekends.
Convenience
Centrally located (5min from Holland Village MRT) and conveniently accessible via all modes of transport. We also provide a comprehensive list of general, restorative and cosmetic dental services to meet all your needs.
Quality
Highly qualified dental and staff team. All orthodontic practitioners have obtained their Master of Dental Surgery in Orthodontics.

Our Doctors

Dr Lih Wei-Song

BDS (Singapore)
MDS (Orthodontics)
M Orth RCS (Edinburgh)

“In orthodontics, I invariably enter the lives of the people I see and work with. These people can be young children, school kids, young or older adults. My interaction with them allows me to see the world through their eyes. My goal is not only to make them look good, but also be a guide during this journey.”

Credentials:

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)
  • Master of Dental Surgery (Orthodontics)
  • Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Member of the Association of Orthodontists, Singapore (AOS)
  • Member of the Singapore Dental Association (SDA)
  • Member of the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO)
  • Dean’s List AY2005-2007
  • SDA Medal (Best student with distinction in Medicine)
  • Terrell Prize (Best student in Prosthodontics)
  • Loh Fun Chee Prize (Best student in Clinical Dentistry)
  • Drs Tay & Partners Gold Medal
    (Best all round final year student)

Dr Tay Xue Li

BDS (Singapore)
MDS (Orthodontics)
M Orth RCS (Edinburgh)

“For me, nothing is as rewarding as the connections I build with the patients who pass through our doors. My commitment has always been to make their experience a memorable and life-changing one. I believe that a smile is the prettiest thing anyone can wear. Each patient is a unique individual and seeing how his or her teeth evolve into that beautiful smile gives me a great sense of satisfaction.

I love creating beautiful smiles for children and adults alike. It’s exciting to be a part of the impactful, rewarding, and transformative field of orthodontics. I make it a point to foster a unique relationship with each patient and their family throughout the entire treatment, so as to understand their individual need. My goal is to deliver clinical excellence, while treating each patient as a part of my orthodontic family.”

I chose to advance my dental training in the field of orthodontics because I enjoy the process of improving my patients’ teeth and especially seeing them eventually ‘graduate’ from braces and being able to smile confidently. I believe that a smile is the prettiest thing anyone can wear. Each patient is a unique individual and seeing how his or her teeth evolve into that beautiful smile gives me a great sense of satisfaction.

Credentials:

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)
  • Master of Dental Surgery (Orthodontics)
  • Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Member of the Association of Orthodontists, Singapore (AOS)
  • Member of the Singapore Dental Association (SDA)
  • Dean’s List AY2003-2004
  • Gold Medal for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for Dental
    Anatomy and Histology

Dr Peh Yew Jia

BDS (Singapore)
MDS (Orthodontics)
M Orth RCS (Edinburgh)
Specialist in Orthodontics

“Having benefitted from braces treatment as a teenager, I find it rewarding to be able to help others achieve a smile they can be confident of. ‘A smile is the shortest distance between two people’, the world will be a friendlier place if everyone smiles a little more!”

Credentials:

  • Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Singapore)
  • Master of Dental Surgery (Orthodontics)
  • Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Exco Member of the Association of Orthodontists, Singapore (AOS)
  • Member of the Singapore Dental Association (SDA)
  • Part-time tutor at National University of Singapore, Faculty of Dentistry, Postgraduate Studies

Our Services


Metal Braces

Invisalign

Ceramic Braces

Damon Q: Self-Ligating Braces

Damon Clear: Self-Ligating Braces

For Children (Below 10)

Braces + Jaw Surgery

Retreatment - We feel you!

Retainers

General Dental Services


Our Fees


Metal Braces

S$3,900*

Invisalign

S$6,750*

Ceramic Braces

S$4,600

Damon Q Braces

S$4,600

Damon Clear Braces

S$5,200

Braces with Jaw Surgery

S$5,500*





* Student rates available! For more information, please Contact Us or Whatsapp +65 9737 6784 (Click to Whatsapp)

 

Items Included In Our Braces Package:
(i) Consultation
(ii) Pre & Post-Treatment X-rays
(iii) Pre & Post-Treatment Photographs
(iv) Pre & Post-Treatment Study Models
(v) 1 set of clear retainers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are braces?
Braces are dental appliances used in teeth alignment. They can be made of metal or ceramic, and they can be secured with elastic rings or self-ligated (self securing or self clipping). They can even be made of invisible, clear plastic aligners.
Do I need braces?
Braces help improve the alignment of your teeth. The reason for undergoing orthodontic treatment is to improve the appearance of your face and your smile. It also helps you bite and chew better.

If you are dissatisfied with the aesthetics of your smile or your teeth, and wish to correct them, all you need to do is to arrange for a consultation appointment with our dentists. During the consultation visit, our friendly dentists will examine and analyse the condition of your teeth and biting position. They will then explain in detail everything you need to know about your problem, and the possible solutions.
What should I expect when getting braces?
Your first consultation appointment will consist of a thorough examination and a discussion of the possible treatment options. This important visit will give us insight into your orthodontic needs. We know your time is valuable, so to expedite the process, we will also take diagnostic records on your consultation visit. The records consist of X-Rays, photographs and alginate impressions for study models and these are necessary for developing your customized treatment plan. Our dentists will then carry out detailed analysis of the diagnostic records. We feel it is important to analyse each patient's specific needs, because in-depth planning leads to superior results and higher patient satisfaction.

During the initial examination, we will address any questions you have on your orthodontic treatment. We will also discuss treatment options, time frames and other issues. We insist that our patients leave the office with a clear understanding of their specific needs, what the treatment will consist of and how long it will take.

If you have any previous records (X-Rays, models, photographs) taken, do bring them along during your consultation visit.
How is the whole procedure of getting braces like?
Once you have decided to embark on your braces journey, you will first do a consultation with our dentist. X-rays, study models and photographs will then be taken. Once the treatment plan is decided, appointments will be made for any dental extractions, teeth cleaning (scaling and polishing) or dental fillings, if they are required. These are usually done before your braces are placed on.

On the day your braces are installed, our friendly staff will teach you everything you need to know about your braces – daily cleaning and hygiene, handling common problems and issues. From this visit onwards, your braces adjustment appointments will usually be 4 – 6 weeks apart.

The average case takes around 1.5 – 2 years to complete. Some simple cases can even complete within a year!
What is the best age to get braces?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age 7. For most children, a good time to start braces is age 11-12 onwards. The exact age depends on your child’s growth, teeth eruption and dental development. For some kids, however, it would be advantageous to start treatment at an earlier age to target growth issues.

Parents, you can look out for:
1.    protruding front teeth
2.    reverse bite (the lower front teeth biting in front of the upper front teeth)
3.    deep overbite (upper front teeth completely covering the lower front teeth)
4.    missing / unerupted teeth, especially if this occurs only in one side
5.    early loss of baby teeth
6.    thumb sucking habit after age 5-6
7.    lower jaw biting to one side (slanted)
8.    cross bite (one or more teeth in reverse bite, causing pain and mobile teeth on biting)
9.    crooked teeth
10.  extra teeth

Early detection of some problems may avoid further complication, preventing future complex treatment or even surgical treatment.
Can orthodontic correction occur if my child still has baby teeth?
Yes. Some orthodontic problems are significant enough to require early intervention. However, if your child is not ready for treatment, we will follow up with your child's growth and development until the time is right for treatment to begin.
Can I place on braces if I’m no longer a teenager?
You are never too old for braces to help you achieve a straight set of teeth and a beautiful smile. This can be done as long as the teeth, gum and supporting bone are healthy. We have aesthetic options such as Invisalign, ceramic braces and ceramic self-ligating (Damon Clear) braces.
Do I have to extract teeth?
The need for teeth extraction is dependent on a few factors. These include the degree of crookedness of your teeth, your biting position, and the degree of overlap between the upper and lower teeth.  Straight teeth and a good facial profile are the goal of orthodontics. Within reasonable limits, our dentists will try their best to formulate a non-extraction plan for you.
Are extractions painful?
Extractions are not painful at all! You will be given anesthetics before extractions, so you will be totally numb. You will be referred to a skillful general dentist for the painless extractions.
Does your clinic do general dental works too?
Yes, our clinic is a full – fledged dental clinic and we provide a wide range of general dental services.
How long is braces treatment?
Each individual has varying degrees of complexity. An average treatment duration is 1.5 to 2 years.
Is placing braces painful?
The procedure of placing braces is painless. It is a non-invasive procedure which does not involve any local anaesthesia. It takes between 45 minutes to 1 hour for the placement. The teeth will start shifting within a few hours to a few days after the braces are placed. You may experience varying degrees of discomfort initially when the teeth start to shift but it will subside within a 1 week.
How often are the appointments after I put on my braces?
After you place on braces, the adjustment appointments are usually 4 - 6 weeks apart.
Will I be able to eat and talk normally with braces?
Yes you will be able to speak normally!

We would strongly encourage you to stay away from hard, crunchy, chunky and sticky foods. Examples are nuts, ice cubes, hard cookies.

You will be able to enjoy regular foods such as meat, vegetables, rice and noodles.
Can I still play sports?
Yes, of course! However, we highly recommend using a sports mouthguard during contact sports.
What is an emergency appointment? How are those handled?
If your braces are causing extreme pain or if something breaks, we are always contactable through WhatsApp (+65 9737 6784) or phone call (+65 6463 2306). In most cases, we can address these issues over the telephone. If you require an emergency appointment, we will set aside time for you.
Are there any risks involved? Can braces damage my teeth?
Risks are mainly related to the state of health of your gums and supporting structure. Maintaining a good oral hygiene is important for successful orthodontic treatment.

Poor oral hygiene will result in plaque and bacteria build up around your teeth and braces. As a result, dental decay, gum bleeding and diseases may occur. There may also be white spots on your teeth, which may only be apparent to you after the braces are removed. These issues can be avoided by brushing well and going for regular dental cleaning (scaling and polishing) sessions.
Are the results permanent?
Teeth have a tendency to shift toward their original position after braces treatment. Wearing retainers will help to prevent the relapse and also allow stability to be achieved. It is recommended you wear retainers full time for at least 6 months. This is followed by maintaining it at night during your sleep in the long run.

It is of utmost importance to have a new set of retainers remade if your old set has gone missing or is damaged. Returning to the clinic within the shortest possible time will minimize any unwanted shifting of your teeth.
How is the payment like? Can I pay by installment?
Yes, there is an interest-free installment plan for all our braces services. The down payment is paid on the visit your braces are placed on, and this is followed by a monthly installment amount.

For full details on the installment plans for our braces service, please Contact Us or Whatsapp +65 9737 6784.
Can Medisave funds be used for braces treatment?
Medisave funds cannot be used to pay for braces services. However it can be used for selected minor dental surgical procedures such as wisdom teeth removal.
Is the clinic CHAS, Baby Bonus and CHAS for Pioneer Generation accredited?
Yes. The Braces Practice is an accredited dental clinic for Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS), Baby Bonus and CHAS for Pioneer Generation.

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