All parents want their children to grow up with a balanced facial structure. If you suspect that your child’s facial or jaw development looks odd or different, seek an Orthodontist’s help as early intervention can make a big difference!Children with any of the following problems need help:
Treatment may involve ‘growth braces’ that modify facial growth, called Dentofacial-Orthopedics.
Dentofacial-Orthopedics or facial growth modification aims to intercept and correct facial or jaw development deviations to achieve a harmonious facial profile and jaw relationship.
Successful outcomes require correct diagnosis and correct treatment implemented at the right age. It is a window of opportunity that is unique to each patient and needs to be defined with growth markers when the child comes to see us for assessment.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children from age 7 visit an Orthodontist for dental and facial assessment. At this age, the baby teeth are starting to change over and the permanent first molars would have erupted into the mouth. This makes it an ideal time to assess the facial and bite development of your child.
Early treatment should be considered when it:
Timing treatment for Dentofacial-Orthopedics requires specialized training by an experienced Orthodontist in order to maximize treatment success.
Talk to us to understand more. Our SmileTeam is here to guide you and your family through the whole process and share our experiences and cases with you.
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