About
Welcome to OrthoLine
The Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics practice of France Van Tiggelen is located in Waterloo in the heart of Walloon Brabant and on the outskirts of Brussels. We provide you with quality, modern and innovative orthodontic care that meets the strictest hygiene standards.
Orthodontic care
Treatments
Adults
The evolution of orthodontic techniques (skeletal anchorage, orthognathic surgery, piezocision) and the advent of cosmetic appliances (ceramic brackets, lingual orthodontics or thermoformed aligners) have considerably expanded the therapeutic possibilities for adult patients to offer them faster and more effective treatments without compromising their quality of life and social interaction.
If there is a jaw line discrepancy after the end of the growth, an orthosurgical treatment can be proposed to correct it and guarantee a stable orthodontic treatment on the long term.
These treatments are carried out in close collaboration with the treating dentist, the periodontologist and the implantologist, especially when a prosthetic rehabilitation has to be carried out after orthodontic treatment.
Adolescents
These treatments are performed by placing multibanded appliances (commonly called "braces") with the aim of correcting all dental malpositions, malocclusion and dysmorphia in order to restore an aesthetic smile as well as a stable and functional occlusion guaranteeing optimal chewing.
Parallel to these treatments, an orthopedic dentofacial correction can be performed thanks to the residual growth during the peak of puberty. The management of these treatments is also done in a multidisciplinary way.
Children
The child's treatments, also called "first intention treatments", are aimed at preventing a lack of space during the phase of dental permutations as well as correcting growth disorders such as dental crossbites or bone shifts between the jaws during growth peaks.
Practised in close collaboration with the attending dentist, the ENT doctor, the speech therapist and the physiotherapist, these treatments also have a functional purpose and aim to correct bad habits linked to early childhood such as thumb or pacifier sucking and the persistence of infantile swallowing or mouth breathing.
The goal of these treatments (by means of fixed or removable appliances) is to minimize the negative impact on your child's development and dentofacial growth while promoting the proper development of all his/her permanent teeth.
Technologies
Interceptive and functional treatments
Treatments with different types of fixed or removable appliances applied during childhood to correct a lack of space during dental permutations, a jaw growth disorder or a dysfunction such as thumb or pacifier sucking and infantile swallowing among others.
Metal brackets
Treatments using conventional braces.
Ceramic brackets
A more discreet and aesthetic treatment using ceramic braces.
Aligners (Spark® )
Treatment with a series of removable and transparent thermoformed aligners, custom-made to fit your teeth to correct mild to moderate tooth malpositions.
Lingual orthodontics (Incognito® and Win®)
Invisible treatment with custom-made and concealed lingual "braces" bonded on the lingual/palatal face of your teeth.
3D digital prints
Thanks to our new intra-oral digital camera and its accompanying software, we can quickly and easily take a 3D digital impression of your teeth to replace traditional dental impression pastes. The advantages of this impression technique are a greater comfort offered to the patient and the visualization of orthodontic movements and treatment results on a screen in 3D.
Digital X-rays
Dental radiography is an essential technique for orthodontic analysis and the establishment of a treatment plan. Our latest generation of radiological equipment allows us to take high-precision digital images while limiting radiation to the lowest possible doses. In order to ensure maximum safety, specific protective measures must be taken during the taking of X-rays.
Skeletal anchorage
Skeletal anchorage represent the set of bone supports (implants or mini-implants) that we can use in combination with orthodontic appliances. These devices allow us to push the limits of orthodontic treatment by offering greater therapeutic possibilities, faster treatments and a reduction in the need for permanent tooth extractions.
Piezocision
Piezocision is a technique that is mainly intended for adult patients. This minimally invasive surgical procedure, performed by the periodontologist, consists of creating micro-incisions (by piezotome) in the bone surrounding the teeth to reduce its resistance to orthodontic movement in order to facilitate and accelerate treatment.
Practitioner
France Van Tiggelen
Dentist specialising in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, graduated from the UCL (Université catholique de Louvain).
Bachelor's Degree in Dental Sciences
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UCL 2013
Certifications
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University Certification in Adult Orthodontics 2017
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Certification of treatment with Orthocaps® 2014, Invisalign® 2016 and Spark® 2021 aligners
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Certification in Lingual Orthodontics Win® 2015 and Incognito® 2019
Master's Degree in Orthodontics and Dento-Facial Orthopaedics
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UCL 2017
Member of
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the Francophone Union of Belgian Orthodontists
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the Dental Medecine Society
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the Belgian Society of Orthodontics Sobor-Bevor
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the European Orthodontic Society
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the American Association of Orthodontists
Dental assistant and administrative secretary
Isabelle
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Provides administrative management and secretarial support
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Ensures the maintenance of the practice and the sterilization of the equipment
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She will be your contact person for your appointments and administrative questions, whether by telephone or by email.
It is in a calming and reassuring environment where the key words are professionalism and listening that we provide orthodontic care for you or your children.
Ideally located in the immediate vicinity of Waterloo city centre, major roads and nearby schools, you benefit from personalized care that meets your expectations and needs in order to offer you the smile of your dreams thanks to modern equipment and the latest technologies.
The office has easy access, is served by public transport (notably TEC buses 126 and 127) and several free parking spaces are available.
Practice
Infos professionnelles
Contact - Schedule a consultation
(7d/7 24h/24)
Appointment by telephone at 02/463 17 44
The secretariat is open Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
If you are unable to attend, please notify us at least 48 hours in advance. Otherwise, you will be charged for the consultation.
In case of emergency during weekends and public holidays, please contact the on-call role organized by the French-speaking Union of Orthodontists of Belgium .
Please note that we are non-contracted.
We have a Bancontact.
Bank transfers and credit cards are not accepted.
Chaussée de Bruxelles 47b
1410 Waterloo
Opening hours:
Monday : 9h30 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday : 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
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