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Early Orthodontics: Guiding Your Child's Smile
A wide range of jaw and tooth problems opens the door to orthodontics in the case of a budding child. Dr. Mai helps to figure out if your kid’s baby teeth look crowded, or the relationship between the jaws isn’t so perfect. Though, not particularly at the time of treatment, it might help you prepare for the possibility of future corrective care. The permanent teeth start to erupt at the age of 6, the entire process is monitored by Dr. Mai. She will also help you decide if going for early orthodontic treatment is a perfect choice.
Though a major percentage of the cases involve teenagers, braces also play a vital role for some kids at an early age. As the permanent teeth are generally bigger than the baby teeth, space may require opening with the gentle force of braces. This in turn lets the teeth be moved to the desired position, eliminating the need for more extensive treatment in the future.
Having a large overbite or a narrow jaw may also lead to similar confusion. Guiding the jaw growth of your child during his/her development phase can make a huge difference in the outcome. When the growth stops during the teen years, the only option left for jaw correction involves surgery which is always good to be avoided.
Ortho Screenings
At our practice, we prioritize proactive orthodontic care, emphasizing the early intervention and guidance of straight teeth with our revolutionary Healthy Start System. Unlike conventional approaches that wait for all permanent teeth to emerge, we initiate the alignment process as early as age 6 or with the eruption of the first permanent tooth. The Healthy Start System, a two-phased treatment, enables us to strategically address misalignments, promoting proper dental development in children. By embarking on this early orthodontic journey, kids not only achieve straighter smiles but also stand a chance to minimize or even avoid the need for braces and retainers in their later years.
The Usual Track
A lot of youngsters benefit from orthodontic treatments after their baby teeth fall out and the permanent teeth move into a perfect position. This classic case might start in the early teen years, keeping the alignment and functionality of the teeth intact while going into adulthood. The time invested in staying wired-up can vary based on requirements. But, the average time needed is somewhere around two years.
Numerous methods permit orthodontic treatment to resolve almost every possible situation that appears, but the outcome directly depends on the patient’s compliance. It is necessary to continuously wear elastic bands and practice a good homecare routine to witness great results. The commitment to the treatment also includes regular visits to dental hygienists and the adoption of a strategy that helps to prevent dental cavities around the brackets. The team of professionals at Restoration Smiles are adept at providing our orthodontic patients with successful outcomes, an attractive and healthy smile.
Invisalign
Our commitment to comprehensive orthodontic solutions extends to the inclusion of Invisalign in our repertoire. Whether you're a teen or an adult seeking discreet teeth straightening options, Invisalign offers a clear, comfortable, and effective alternative to traditional braces. Through our orthodontics section, we invite you to explore the transformative possibilities of Invisalign. Ready to embark on a journey to a beautifully aligned smile?
