So, with kids, earlier on, if they don’t have enough space, or they have a narrow palate, we can do preventive orthodontics. If we widen the arch, it can prevent things later in life like sleep apnea, bite issues, and so creating that space can give them a lifelong benefit. And it can also prevent the need for extracting teeth when it is time to do the regular orthodontics.
Early Orthodontic Treatment Can Pay Big Dividends For Your Child
As your child grows up, their jaw continues to develop as well. For many children, this is the point where they begin to show orthodontic problems. If you bring your child in for an orthodontic consultation at around age 6 or 7, your dentist can check their jaw development and make recommendations as necessary. Depending on your child’s needs, we may recommend:
- Palatal Expanders – These can be used to gently push their jaw outward to make room for their adult teeth.
- Space Maintainers – If necessary, we can place space maintainers where they’ve lost baby teeth and their adult teeth haven’t yet emerged. This intervention allows the adult teeth plenty of room to come through and helps avoid orthodontic problems down the road.
Discover Our Orthodontic Options
If your child does need full orthodontic treatment, we offer you several options:
- Clear Aligners – This discreet orthodontic system uses a series of clear plastic teeth aligners rather than metal brackets and wires. Teens like this treatment because it is much less noticeable than braces.
- Traditional Braces – If your child isn’t a good candidate for aligners, traditional braces will work to straighten their smile.
- Clear Ceramic Braces – Rather than metal, we’ll adhere clear brackets to your child’s teeth. This keeps their orthodontic treatment more discreet. They’ll appreciate how their braces blend in better with their smile.
Call 812-884-8304 to give your child the advantage of preventive orthodontics in New Albany. You can also schedule online.
