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Children’s Early Orthodontic Treatment

 

How Can You Tell If Your Child Needs Early Orthodontic Treatment?

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We realize the countless benefits that can come when a child visits the orthodontist in the earlier stages of life. This is why our expert team follows the recommendation of The American Association of Orthodontists, which urges all parents to bring their children to be evaluated by a trained orthodontic specialist at the age of 7. Keep in mind that early evaluation is not the same thing as early treatment! Our orthodontists take that opportunity to examine your child’s bite and jaw alignment, which allows them to see if there is any preventative treatment that could reduce the severity or expense of treatment after all the adult teeth have erupted. Most parents who bring their child in for an early evaluation leave the office again happy to know that orthodontic treatment can wait – or won’t be needed at all.

Ultimately, only a trained orthodontic specialist can tell for sure if your child would benefit from early treatment, since many potential problems may not be visibly apparent until prevention is too late. However, if you observe any of the following signs in your child, then we strongly recommend that you bring your child in for an evaluation.

Signs That Your Child May Need Early Orthodontic Treatment:

  • Difficult chewing and/or biting
  • Mouth breathing
  • Speech impediments
  • Protruding teeth
  • Unevenly spaced teeth
  • Crowded teeth
  • Thumb-sucking or finger-sucking past age 3

How Will Your Child Benefit From Early Orthodontic Treatment?

In the cases where preventative orthodontics are recommended, this early treatment can bring about numerous benefits for a child, including…

  • Eliminate the need for adult tooth extractions
  • Reduce or eliminate the need for braces later
  • Reduce or eliminate the need for jaw surgery
  • Improve overall facial development

Schedule Your Complimentary More Than A Smile Orthodontic Assessment with Our Orthodontist Today!

Even when early orthodontic prevention is not necessary or recommended, early evaluation still allows our orthodontists to monitor your child’s growth patterns and focus on the ideal time to employ braces or orthodontics after all their teeth have erupted. If your child is showing signs of needed orthodontic care or if you’re being referred by your family dentist to visit an orthodontist, please contact our office to schedule your child’s free More Than A Smile Orthodontic Assessment. This complimentary appointment includes a complete exam of your child’s bite and jaw, x-rays, and a comprehensive consultation with our expert during which he will provide his treatment recommendation (if any) as well as the reasons and benefits for it. You and your child have everything to gain and nothing to lose by taking advantage of our free early evaluation package.

 

 

5-Star-Rated Elma & Williamsville, NY, Orthodontist
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"We have had an extremely positive experience at More Than A Smile Orthodontics. The combination of an enthusiastic staff, knowledgeable assistants and experienced and compassionate doctors, makes for great treatment - both for the patient and the parents, too!"- Suzanne S. 5 star
"Two of our children are patients at More than a Smile. The entire staff is friendly and always available to answer questions and help in any way needed. They offer compassionate care. Emergency appointments are made very quickly which is evidence to how they treat their patients. I would recommend them to anyone needing orthodontic care. Our kids have had zero anxiety because of how wonderful their experience has been."- Kate V. 5 star
"From the beginning and throughout the process, the providers take the time to explain the treatment plan well to both the parents and children. The office staff is welcoming and appointments always run on time. The contests and point system keeps the kids motivated. The end results are beautiful!"- Dan W. 5 star
"I have been very happy with the treatment my family has received from More Than a Smile Orthodontics. The staff is friendly, accommodating to our hectic schedules, and always willing to take the time to answer my questions. I am a former patient, and when it came time to choose an orthodontist for my own children's braces, I did not think twice about bringing them to More Than a Smile."- Kelly S. 5 star
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More Than a Smile Orthodontics offers the most advanced orthodontic care for children and adults. Our treatment options include braces, clear braces, Invisalign, Damon braces, early orthodontic treatment for children and more. We’re ready to help you achieve a healthy smile in less time! Call 716.633.4747 today to schedule your appointment with our orthodontist at one of our conveniently located orthodontic offices in Williamsville or Elma.
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