Known as early orthodontics or interceptive orthodontics, expanders make it possible to open a child’s mouth and allow for the proper eruption of crowded adult teeth. Young children are the best candidates for these braces for kids and going through this brief but intense treatment makes all the difference in later orthodontics and oral health.
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Braces before all the baby teeth have fallen out? It might sound crazy, but it’s not. In fact, it’s common for many elementary-aged children to undergo early orthodontic treatment. A visit to your Center City orthodontist will let you know for sure whether braces for kids are in your child’s future, but you can start determining where you stand by considering the below.
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School is back in session, routines are getting established, everyone is tired and not yet fully adjusted to their new schedule. There may be some other bumps too – like your child easily managing their braces while dealing with classes, extracurricular activities, sports, and more. You can’t be beside them every day to help them live life, but if your teen is struggling with their braces in school, you can help them find a happy place with a few strategic efforts.
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Losing the first baby tooth is an exciting milestone, and it is often accompanied by the thought, “Is my child going to need braces?” It may be too soon to tell whether your child will have crooked teeth or a bad bite – they still have so much growing to do – but when and how your child loses their baby teeth, and how their adult teeth erupt, can say a lot about what’s to come for their orthodontic future.Read more
Spring has arrived and, chances are, you’ve already scheduled your kids’ camps and planned summer vacations. What else is going to happen along with the sunshine and fun? If youth braces are on tap for your tween or teen, summer is a great time to begin the journey.Read more
If you have a teen who isn’t looking forward to a year or two of wearing youth braces and making visits to their Philadelphia orthodontist, there are some details about orthodontia that can help them feel better about what’s ahead.Read more
Teens and kids with braces have a love-hate relationship with Halloween. The abundance of sweets is a dream come true, but candy restrictions are not so wonderful. Protecting your teeth from too much sugar is important whether you wear braces or not, but it’s especially critical to tread carefully where Halloween candy is concerned when your child has braces (or you!).Read more