Dr. Catherine obtained her Dental Degree (D.M.D.) from Laval University in her home province of Quebec. After dental school, she completed a General Practice Residency program (GPR) at the Montreal Children’s Hospital within McGill University. During this one-year intensive dental training, she provided a full range of dental treatments to children and adolescents with complex dental problems and medical conditions requiring hospital-based dental treatments. She then traded the French East Coast for the Prairies to complete her specialty training in Orthodontics at the University of Manitoba. During these years, she obtained her Masters Degree (M.Sc.) while completing research on the Invisalign clear aligners. After working in an Invisalign-exclusive orthodontic practice in Montreal for a few years, she is now back in the Peg for good! Dr. Catherine is also involved in teaching orthodontic residents at the University of Manitoba as an Assistant Professor.
Modern in her approach to treatment, her goal is to create a plan unique to each patient’s lifestyle. We know that you and your family will love her contagious enthusiasm, attention to detail and artistic touch she puts in every smile she designs. Dr Catherine is also fluent in both French and English.
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Dr. Jared Rykiss (Principal)Invisalign and Invisalign Teen both use progressive, clear aligners to change the look of a smile. However, there are a few differences you should know about.
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Dr. Jared Rykiss (Principal)Patients of all ages can benefit from professional orthodontic care. Read on for answers to the question: When is the right time for your child to start their orthodontic journey?
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A beautiful smile goes a long way to improving your confidence and self-esteem. If you have crooked, gapped, or misaligned teeth, it's not the end of the world, and you are not alone. According to the Canadian Association of Orthodontists website, four million people are in the care of orthodontists in the United States and Canada.
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Invisalign is a modern and innovative orthodontic treatment to help you straighten your teeth. One of the biggest selling points for Invisalign is its clear and nearly invisible design. This discreet design allows you to straighten your teeth without anyone knowing that you are currently undergoing treatment.
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Are you looking for an orthodontic device to help straighten your teeth? There are plenty of different options that you have including options that are more affordable. At Rykiss Orthodontics, we offer braces in Winnipeg including metal braces, clear or ceramic braces (tooth colored), hidden or lingual braces (braces behind the teeth) and combinations of these options.
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When it comes to dental care, many people are quick to invest in Invisalign braces. After all, they offer a number of benefits over traditional metal braces – they’re practically invisible, removable for eating and cleaning, and comfortable. However, what many people don’t realize is that Invisalign braces are not perfect – and that can cause a lot of issues for some patients.
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When you think about orthodontics, chances are pretty high that you imagine metal wires and brackets. While these tools of the trade still play a part in today's orthodontic practices, they're far from the only option available for straightening teeth. Another option, one that is gaining more attention by the day, is clear aligners.
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Dr. Mark RykissThe following guidelines will help you move through your Invisalign treatment in a smooth and effective way.
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Dr. Catherine Fontaine- SylvestreBraces create small ledges, nooks and crannies for food deposits, which can lead to cavities and gum problems.