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Dr. George Elias Orthodontist

We are very happy that you are considering having Orthodontic Care with us. Orthodontic Care is a wise investment in your overall well-being and personal appearance.

Most people seek Orthodontic Care because of their concerns about crooked or protruding teeth. However, creating a beautiful smile is just a part of what Orthodontics is about.

We believe that Orthodontics is also about building self-esteem and confidence, and giving you something to smile about.

We will explain to you all the aspects of how we provide Orthodontic Care.

Your journey to an amazing smile begins here!

Our Doctor

Our Ethos

We are dedicated to providing you with the highest standard of Orthodontic Care in a friendly and supportive environment.

We utilize the most modern materials and spare no expense on sourcing the best braces.

Our highly trained team will make your orthodontic experience an enjoyable and positive one.

Undergoing Orthodontic Care is a big commitment, and with your cooperation, we aim to make your care a success.

Our Doctor

Dr. George Elias has over 25 years of experience in making his clients smile with confidence. He obtained his dental degree in England, graduating from The University of Sheffield in 1992.

He worked in general dental practice near Nottingham, England. He returned to Trinidad in 1994 where he worked as a dentist. He also worked as a clinical tutor at the Mount Hope Dental School, teaching and supervising dental students.

In 1995 Dr. Elias started postgraduate orthodontic training at The University of Leeds, England. In 1998 he graduated with his Masters in Orthodontics, and also gained his Membership with The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He is a specialist orthodontist, practicing in Trinidad since 1999 and is registered with the Dental Board of Trinidad and Tobago.

Dr. Elias has gained a wealth of clinical experience and stays up to date with the latest advances in Orthodontic Care by regularly attending international conferences. He is a Member of The British Orthodontic Society, The American Association of Orthodontists, and The World Federation of Orthodontists. He is a member of the Dental Association of Trinidad and Tobago, and has served on its Board in various capacities over the years; including President and Vice President.

When interacting with Dr. Elias, you will find him to be approachable and helpful, with a friendly and outgoing personality.

What is Orthodontics?

Orthodontics is the specialized branch of dentistry that involves moving and straightening the teeth and the jaws. Orthodontists under go advanced postgraduate education to learn the skills to correct the following problems:

Teeth that are crooked, crowded or protruding.
Teeth that meet incorrectly.
Jaws that are incorrectly positioned.

Why is Othodontics Important?

Orthodontics improves the appearance of the teeth - no one can deny the importance of an attractive and winning smile!

Orthodontics creates an improvement of the occlusion of the teeth. Occlusion is the term we use to describe how the teeth meet when they bite.

A good occlusion is important in preventing tooth and gum disease, and jaw joint problems.

It is also important for good function of the teeth.

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What Problems Need Orthodontic Care?

We can provide care for the following problems:

Crowded or crooked teeth.
Extra space(s) between the teeth and missing teeth.
Upper teeth that stick out.
Upper and lower teeth that meet incorrectly.
SomeJaw joint problems.

In all these instances Orthodontic Care will improve the appearance, health, and function of your teeth, and give you a beautiful smile in the process.

When Should Orthodontic Care Begin?

Both children and adults benefit from Orthodontic Care and braces. The main thing that determines if you are a good candidate for care is not your age, but the health of your teeth and gums. With good oral health your Orthodontic Care will be successful whether you are a child or adult.

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Orthodontic Care for Children

By age 7 most children have a mixture of baby and adult teeth, and problems in children are easier to correct if they are found early.

We recommend that children have their first Orthodontic Examination with us at the age of 7.

If a problem is detected at an Orthodontic Examination we may not recommend immediate care. Instead we may recommend a Review Visit, which allows us to monitor the problem as well as the growth of the teeth and jaws.

Alternatively, we may recommend early Orthodontic Care in order to intercept a potential problem; this is called Interceptive Orthodontic Care. Correcting potential problems at an early age may prevent problems becoming more serious later on. This makes any care needed at a later age much less complicated.

However, for many children and teenagers the right time to start Full Orthodontic Care is when all the adult teeth are in the mouth. This is usually at 11 to 12 years old. In most cases we recommed that Full Orthodontic Care starts after the SEA examinations.

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Orthodontic Care for Adults

With adults the health of your teeth, gums and supporting bone is the most important thing in deciding if you are a good candidate for Orthodontic Care; not your age.

On the other hand some types of Orthodontic Care require active growth, which is lacking in an adult. As an adult the position of your teeth and jaws, or perhaps the severity of your problem, may limit how much braces can do for you.

At your examination we can determine how much you will benefit from Orthodontic Care and recommend the best way to improve your smile and correct your problems.

We use the most high-tech and innovative materials and braces, which ensures that Adult Orthodontic Care with us will be comfortable and successful.

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How Do I Get Started?

Orthodontic Examination

Your first visit with us will be for an Orthodontic Examination.

At your Orthodontic Examination we take the time to meet you and to find out the concerns you have about your teeth and appearance. We perform a detailed examination of your face, jaws, teeth and gums, which allows us to determine the type of Orthodontic Care you need.

Then we discuss our findings with you and answer any questions you may have. And we will also let you know what needs to happen from there.

At your Examination we will give you the Estimated Cost of your Orthodontic Care and information about the Payment Plans we provide.

Finally, we will recommend one of the following courses of action:

you visit your dentist for dental care before we proceed.
we monitor things until it is the right time to start care and we will see you again for a Review Visit.
you proceed with Orthodontic Care, and we will see you again for your Orthodontic Records and Consult visits.

Orthodontic Records Visit

At this visit we take specialist radiographs (x-rays) and photographs of your teeth and jaws. We also take impressions (molds) of your teeth, so that we can create models of them. This is an essential part of providing you with quality Orthodontic Care.

Our analysis of your Records allows us to come up with an accurate plan for your care. We are able to determine the types of braces that are best for you and the exact cost of your care which we present to you at your Consult visit.

Consult Visit

At this visit we discuss all aspects of your care with you.

We provide your Consent Forms for Orthodontic Care, which outline all the following: