Hi there, A non surgical nose job uses filler in order to improve the shape of the nose. This means that filler is injected into the nose to even out things like asymmetric, bumps or a downturned tip. This makes the nose bigger as a product is being added, but it will make the nose appear straighter. Most clinicians use a hyaluronic acid, which is temporary, and can last anywhere from a few months to a couple of years depending on the filler used. If you are looking for a way to reduce the size of the nose, surgery is your only option. Hope that helps! Best, MJ
Hi there, it appears that you may be a good candidate for a non surgical nose job. These are performed using dermal filler and can last anywhere between several months to a couple of years. Personally, I do not use permanent fillers in the nose as any adverse events that could occur are potentially more difficult to manage. I prefer using hyaluronic acid fillers for noses, as I believe where the risks to the patient can be reduced, we should. It is important to bear in mind that non surgical nose jobs do not make the nose smaller, but bigger; they give the illusion of straightness which in turn makes the nose appear smaller when it actually isn't. If you are looking to make your nose smaller, surgery is the only option. Hope this helps! Best, MJ
Hi there, Accelerated orthodontics, or short term orthodontics (STO), is just that. It is a solution to swiftly move the teeth. STO is great in some cases, and not so great in others. There are a tonne of STO on the market such as 6 month smiles, CFAST, Quick straight teeth, Fastbraces... there are so many! The most important thing to bear in mind is that STO is for mild cases only that don't need comprehensive adjustment of the bite and the way the teeth work together; it is mainly to correct the aesthetic appearance of the teeth without really treating the underlying causes of why the teeth are misaligned in the first place. If you have issues with your bite, or have a complex issue such as much increased overbite, an open bite, or a cross bite, then short term orthodontic solutions are probably not the right thing for you. These issues are unlikely to be fixed with STO and whilst there is an option to accept these discrepancies of the bite and just focus on a cosmetic approach, often it is better to just make an investment and get your smile fixed properly. STO is often done by general dentists rather than orthodontists, and it is seen as a quicker "fix" for your teeth than comprehensive orthodontics. Short term orthodontics does not mean the results are short lived, but you will still need to wear retainers just like any other type of orthodontics. So in summary, STO is great for mild cases. I always say it's like a hammer - not every patient is a nail. Some patients will get amazing results with the likes of six month smiles, but it is important to make sure the case is correctly selected. Make sure you always go to a competent dentists or orthodontist to get your teeth straightened. Just because it is an easier case does not mean it requires less care or skill, so picking your clinician is of paramount importance - they will then advise you whether STO is right for you. Hope that helps! Best, MJ
Hi there, the price for dental bonding can vary, depending on the amount of tooth surface to be bonded, the skill of the dentist, the complexity of the job and the materials used. In the UK, cosmetic dentists usually charge around £150-400 per tooth, but this largely depends on the factors already mentioned. I know from experience that dentistry in Australia can often be a little dearer than here in the UK, so you would need to find a dentist to advise you on your regional prices. Hope this helps! Best, MJ x
Hi there, for teeth that stick out, you may wish to consider braces to align the teeth. In theory, your teeth could be aligned this way, and if they are shovel-shaped or wider at the bottom there may be an option to perform some smoothing between the teeth to better fit them into the row of teeth. Unfortunately, I am not able to advise you further as I have no other details of your case but I am sure a competent dentist would be able to tell you more. Hope this helps! Best, MJ
