The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by the age of 7. At this age, many primary teeth are still present, but permanent teeth are starting to come in, allowing orthodontists to identify issues early.
Correcting Bite Issues
Early treatment can address problems like overbites, underbites, and crossbites, ensuring proper jaw alignment.
Guiding Jaw Growth
Orthodontists can use devices like expanders to encourage proper jaw development, avoiding surgery or extensive treatment later.
Reducing the Need for Extractions
By creating space for permanent teeth, early treatment can reduce the likelihood of needing extractions down the line.
Improved Aesthetics and Confidence
Treating alignment issues early can boost your child’s confidence in their smile during formative years.
Simplifying Future Treatment
Early intervention often shortens the duration and complexity of future orthodontic work.
As parents, we want the best for our children—including their oral health. Early orthodontic treatment is one of the most proactive steps you can take to ensure your child’s teeth and jaws develop correctly. At the Centre of Dental Excellence, Stanmore, we specialize in identifying and treating orthodontic issues early, setting the stage for healthier, happier smiles.
Early orthodontic treatment, also known as interceptive orthodontics, involves diagnosing and treating dental and jaw issues in children while their mouths are still growing. This approach allows orthodontists to guide the development of the teeth and jaws, preventing more severe problems later.
At the Centre of Dental Excellence, Stanmore, we offer a range of treatments tailored to children’s needs:
Palatal Expanders
Space Maintainers
Braces
Retainers
Our team at the Centre of Dental Excellence, Stanmore takes a compassionate and thorough approach to children’s orthodontics. We understand that each child is unique, and we tailor our treatments to their specific needs.
Early orthodontic treatment is an investment in your child’s oral health and overall well-being. By addressing issues early, we can help your child achieve a functional and confident smile that lasts a lifetime.
Schedule a consultation today and give your child the gift of a healthy, beautiful smile!
Centre of Dental Excellence, Stanmore