Orthodontic care is not only for the correction of crooked teeth, but it can be helpful in improving other issues, such as malocclusions (bad bites), facial symmetry, preserving space for un-erupted teeth, as well as help make space for crowded or erupting teeth.
The Importance of Early Orthodontic Treatment
With an effective early orthodontic treatment plan, an orthodontist can detect potential problems, which will aid in providing patients with a better chance of an correcting potentially damaging orthodontic issues. Other benefits of early orthodontic treatments include:
- The correction of habits that can be harmful to your mouth’s proper development, such as thumb sucking
- Help to improve speech
- Can help to reduced time that may be required wearing braces
- Help to improve breathing issues, such as those with nasal breathing
- Help to elimination teeth grinding or clenching issues
- Help to rid or prevent potential headaches and earaches
When To See The Orthodontist
According to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), children should receive their first orthodontic evaluation at the age of 7. While typically children may not require orthodontic treatment at this young of an age, an early examination is essential in determining either current or potential issues, as well as help to decide when a child may need orthodontic treatment in the future.
Beauty Smile Orthodontics specializes in orthodontic care for adults and children, dedicating themselves to ensuring you have a brighter smile, for a brighter future. Contact us for more information, or to schedule your consultation today.