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Newwave Orthodontics
Orthodontist Sunshine Coast
Dr Peter Miles Orthodontist Caloundra, Sunshine Coast
Dr Peter Miles understands that in a changing world with new technology, techniques and innovations, what one learned at University may not be the most efficient information for our modern-day world. In order to counteract this, Dr Miles has made a point that clinical decision-making should be based on good quality evidence as this leads to more effective and efficient treatments more suited to modern-day science.
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Wednesday 04th April 2018
Is it worth getting adult braces?
At Newwave Orthodontics we believe it’s never too late for our Sunshine Coast patients to get the smile they deserve, and adult braces can help you do just that. In...

Tuesday 06th March 2018
Invisalign or Traditional Braces?
Newwave Orthodontics on the Sunshine Coast offer both treatments, but which one is right for you? Newwave Orthodontics offers a comprehensive range of treatments for our patients including Invisalign and...

Tuesday 16th January 2018
Does micro-vibration speed up orthodontic treatment?
Newwave Orthodontics’ Dr Peter Miles recently conducted a clinical study, along with other orthodontists, to examine whether micro-vibration appliances can actually accelerate tooth movement and shorten treatment times. Watch the...

Friday 05th May 2017
Is there such thing as a perfect smile?
A perfect smile is something many people long for. Although your smile may be aesthetically appealing, not many people realise the importance of a properly aligned bite. It’s generally not...

Wednesday 19th October 2016
Videos – Invisalign Instructions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gh4fKsu57gs

Thursday 02nd June 2016
Should you remove your wisdom teeth to prevent crowding?
As adolescents get older their teeth can move in their late teens, about the same time as their #wisdom-teeth erupt - but is that the cause of any movement or...

Tuesday 08th March 2016
How to straighten teeth
Braces before and after An orthodontist will recommend braces to improve a patient’s “orofacial” appearance through a variety of orthodontic treatments. These orthodontic treatments are proven in treating problems such...

Wednesday 16th September 2015
How to take care of your braces
Now that you have braces on, you are going to have to take extra care when cleaning so that your new smile isn’t damaged by plaque and tartar. At Newwave...

Saturday 05th September 2015
How much does Invisalign cost?
Here in Australia, the Invisalign ‘invisible braces’ have become one of the most talked about orthodontic treatments available today. But how much does Invisalign cost? Find out from Dr Peter...

Saturday 13th June 2015
Are accelerated orthodontic treatments like Acceledent effective?
Treatments like Acceledent are designed to reduce orthodontic treatment time. Dr Peter Miles has been spending time overseas recently while presenting lectures to general dentists and orthodontists on the purported...

Wednesday 06th May 2015
What are Myofunctional Appliances?
More than 80 percent of our population is thought to be presenting some kind of malocclusion. Traditional orthodontics is aimed at moving the teeth but myofunctional orthodontics is about changing...

Monday 04th May 2015
Congratulations Dr Miles on your invitation to become a Fellow of The International College of Dentists!
Dr Miles was recently honoured by being invited to become a Fellow of The International College of Dentists (FICD). The ICD is the world’s oldest and largest honour society for...

Wednesday 01st April 2015
What is the best age to achieve healthy jaw growth with orthodontic treatment?
Around the world, orthodontists recommend the best age to have an orthodontic assessment is at the age of 7. Does this necessarily mean this is the most appropriate age for...

Thursday 26th February 2015
Looking for an orthodontist on the Sunshine Coast?
At Newwave Orthodontics on the Sunshine Coast, orthodontist Dr Peter Miles and his team are committed to providing quality orthodontic treatments for patients of all ages. We understand that having...

Saturday 07th February 2015
DO ORTHODONTIC EXTRACTIONS CAUSE SLEEP APNEA?
Sleep apnea (or #apnoea) is a serious condition resulting in excessive daytime sleepiness which can affect concentration and potentially increase accidents. It also increases the risk of high blood pressure...

Monday 05th January 2015
Expansion For Cross-Bites
Posterior crossbites where the top back teeth bite inside the lower teeth are relatively common affecting up to ~16% of children with their baby or milk teeth. Crossbites seldom self-correct...