Children’s orthodontics reduces the need for more invasive and costly procedures down the road. Children’s jaws are still developing and respond well to early interceptive treatment, allowing the orthodontist to guide the jaw growth. Think of it like training now versus repairing later.
By 13, most kids have lost all their baby teeth, and by the end of their teens, their jaw has finished developing. At that point, orthodontic procedures often take more time and can involve tooth extraction or oral surgery.
Childhood is an ideal time to address global concerns with the jaw, palate, and face. Later, once all a child’s permanent teeth have come in, the orthodontist can guide the teeth into their final ideal positions because the jaw and palate accommodate all of the teeth and are aligned for a proper bite.
By 13, most kids have lost all their baby teeth, and by the end of their teens, their jaw has finished developing. At that point, orthodontic procedures often take more time and can involve tooth extraction or oral surgery.
Childhood is an ideal time to address global concerns with the jaw, palate, and face. Later, once all a child’s permanent teeth have come in, the orthodontist can guide the teeth into their final ideal positions because the jaw and palate accommodate all of the teeth and are aligned for a proper bite.
We treat many issues including crowded or wide-spaced teeth, jaw growth irregularities, protruding teeth, and bad bites.
Most children lose all of their baby teeth by the age of 13, and their jaw bones stop growing by the end of their adolescence. Adult orthodontic procedures often take longer and may involve tooth extraction or oral surgery. Early orthodontic treatment as a child can reduce the need for more invasive procedures later in life.
Please make an appointment for your child if he or she is between the ages of seven and eight. We’ll conduct an initial exam and talk about the best way to care for your child’s smile.