Is Early Intervention Orthodontics necessary for children? 

When you’re a kid, your smile is everything. It’s how you make friends, how you feel confident, and how you express yourself. But what if your smile isn’t perfect? What if your teeth are crooked, or crowded, or even missing?

If you’re concerned about your child’s teeth, don’t wait. Early intervention orthodontics can help you get their smile on track for a lifetime of health and happiness.

What is early intervention orthodontics?

Early intervention orthodontics is a type of orthodontic treatment that is designed to correct dental problems in children. It is typically performed when children are between the ages of 7 and 10, but it can also be done at an earlier or later age.

Why is early intervention orthodontics important?

There are several reasons why early intervention orthodontics is important. First, it can help to prevent long-term dental problems. For example, if a child has a severe overbite, it can put pressure on their teeth and jaws, which can lead to problems later in life, such as TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder and sleep apnea. Early intervention orthodontics can help to correct these problems before they cause any damage.

Second, early intervention orthodontics can help to prevent unwanted dental extractions. However, if we can identify and treat the crowding early, we may be able to avoid extractions altogether.

Third, early intervention orthodontics can help with chewing and speech. When teeth are not aligned properly, it can make it difficult to chew food effectively or to speak clearly. Early intervention orthodontics can help to improve chewing and speech function, which can have a positive impact on a child’s overall health and well-being.

Finally, early intervention orthodontics can help to create more beautiful, harmonious faces and healthier airways. When the teeth are aligned properly, it can make the face look more balanced and symmetrical. It can also help to improve the airway, which can reduce the risk of snoring and sleep apnea.

How does early intervention orthodontics work?

Early intervention orthodontics typically involves the use of appliances. The specific type of appliance that is used will vary depending on the child’s individual needs.

What are the benefits of early intervention orthodontics?

There are many benefits to early intervention orthodontics. As mentioned earlier, it can help to prevent long-term dental problems, unwanted dental extractions, and speech problems. It can also help to create a more beautiful, harmonious smile and improve the airway.

In addition, early intervention orthodontics can help to improve a child’s self-confidence. When children have a confident smile, they are more likely to smile and interact with others. This can have a positive impact on their social and emotional development.

So what are you waiting for? If you’re concerned about your child’s teeth, contact us today to schedule an early assessment. We’ll help you get their smile on track for a lifetime of health and happiness.

We’re here to help you smile:

• We start assessing children’s teeth as early as age 7.
• We use a variety of techniques to make the treatment process as comfortable as possible for children.
• Children can design their own appliance design.
• We offer a variety of payment options to make treatment affordable.

And don’t worry, early intervention orthodontics doesn’t hurt! The appliances used are designed to be comfortable and easy to wear. In most cases, children do not experience any discomfort or pain during treatment.

In fact, some kids even find it fun to wear appliances! They can choose their own colors, and they can show them off to their friends. And who knows, maybe they’ll even start a trend!

So if you’re concerned about your child’s teeth, don’t wait.

Contact us today to schedule an early assessment. We’ll help you get your child’s smile on track for a lifetime of health and happiness.

Smiles for a lifetime!