03 April 2019
How Early Orthodontics Can Help Your Child
Children often have braces fitted earlier than in the past in order to address orthodontic issues like crossbites or protruding teeth. It is recommended children should have an orthodontic screening by age 7.
Key takeaways:
– Lighter and more flexible wires make braces less uncomfortable these days, though children need time to adjust to them.
– Bands to the braces come in fun colours children can choose themselves.
– Early intervention can benefit from the jaw still forming at age 6 and 7, so the “adult” teeth are straight, in better position.
“Before permanent teeth have come in, it may be possible to help teeth to erupt (emerge through the gums) into better positions.”
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