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When Should My Child Start Orthodontics?

Many parents ask, “When should my child start orthodontics?” A common misconception is that a child must have lost all of their “baby” teeth prior to initiating orthodontic treatment, but The American Association of Orthodontics recommends all children be screened at age 7. The reason for this is there may be developmental difficulties that are not yet apparent to a you unless you ask expert dentists.

Reasons to start early treatment include:

  1. Severe crowding
  2. Severe growth discrepancies such as over jet (commonly called overbite) and deep bites
  3. Under bites or cross bites
  4. Impacted teeth
  5. Habits such as thumb/finger sucking and mouth breathing
  6. Psychological or self-esteem issues

We used an incredible dentist in Richmond recently and had the best dental service that I have ever had, so if you’re in the Richmond area then definitely check them out. Early intervention often prevents the need for more complicated and costly future treatments, extractions, damage to permanent teeth, facial asymmetries, joint disorders and psychological damage due to peer influence. It can often achieve results that may not be possible once the face and jaws have finished growing. It’s also so important to check the reviews of dentists when you are looking for a new one, as that’s the best way to find the really good local dentists. So, for example if you need a local and top-quality Tijuana dentist you just need to check the reviews of those to see which is the best.

Delaying treatment until a later age can lead to greater financial cost. By seeing an orthodontist early, a parent can know that they have given their child the best start to a beautiful, healthy smile. You can visit Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics in Western Branch for healthy smile and teeth.

Parent Amy Svorinich says, “From the moment we walked into Dr. Wiley’s office, we were truly treated like VIP patients. The level of professionalism displayed there far exceeds any doctor’s office that I have visited in the past.” Amy highly recommends that any family with children schedule consultations with and seek their treatment with Dr. Wiley. Amy continues, “In great detail, Dr. Wiley explained the importance of beginning treatment as early as age 8. She has treated our children and the outcome has exceeded our expectations. She and her staff have been kind, encouraging, and knowledgeable throughout the entire process.”

At Dr. Nancy Wiley Orthodontics, they specialize in the highest quality of Orthodontics for children, teens and adults which you can learn more of here. They sincerely believe that early treatment is a gift, and can, not only enhance a child’s smile, but also set proper foundations for future growth.

The staff at Dr. Nancy Wiley Orthodontics are all passionate about treating patients like family. Dr. Wiley is excited by the fact that more than 40 of her patients have been so positively impacted that they have chosen to become orthodontists. There are orthodontics for adults and for children separately as well. You may contact Dentists Cambridge for professional dental services.

Mayra Custer shares, “Seeing my daughter start 3rd grade with her new, healthy smile was such a blessing! I was so gratified by Dr. Wiley’s attention to detail, her philosophy of treatment and her gentle personality that also decided to get braces. The lifetime gift of a healthy smile is priceless. I highly recommend to all my friends and family to get their free consultation with Dr. Wiley and her staff as soon as your child is 7. It will be one of the best choices you ever make!” You can click site to visit a dentist if you need to.

Dr. Nancy Wiley is one of few Board Certified Orthodontist in the Broward metropolitan area. She received a Master of Science degree in Nutrition, a Doctorate of Dental Surgery and a Certificate in Orthodontics from Columbia University. She has been in private practice since 1991. The dentists from the dental practice in Sugar Land, Texas can also be of help.

Nancy Wiley Orthodontics, 4689 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, 954-953-0015, www.WileySmiles.com

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