It's true that wearing braces has become somewhat of a rite of passage for young people. However, as a parent it's important to know that not all orthodontic treatment occurs only during those pre-teen years. In fact, there are certain malocclusions ("bad bites") that are more appropriate to treat at an earlier age. Waiting until all the permanent teeth come in and fall and skeletal growth is complete, may make resolution of some problems more difficult. So it is better to start an early orthodontic treatment for prevention.
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Why Early Care?
Early treatment, also known as interceptive orthodontics typically occurs between the ages of seven and 10. Treatment is directed at taking advantage of a child's growth to provide sufficient room for the alignment of the adult teeth. This may make treatment at a later stage shorter and less complicated and can prevent more serious problems from developing.
The most common reasons for early orthodontic treatment include the following:
• Protruding front teeth (buck teeth):
• Crossbites
• Harmful oral habits
• Jaw discrepancies
• Crowded teeth
A Window of Opportunity
Early orthodontic treatment traditionally involves only the adult permanent teeth present in the mouth. Many modalities, including palatal expanders, removable appliances and conventional fixed braces are available. The length of early treatment can range from as little as six to as much as 20 months. {click here to read the full story}
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