The primary reason children are ideal candidates for facial growth orthodontics is that they are still growing! This growth can be managed to ensure proper development, which can reduce the potential for smile and bite issues in the future.
Facial growth orthodontics is an excellent option for treating children living with craniofacial imbalances and jaw development problems, because instead of remodeling the jaw, the growth appliances used during treatment facilitate proper growth and development.
If you wait to treat craniofacial development issues or mid-face deficiencies, the growth-guidance benefits of facial growth orthodontics could be reduced. In short, although facial growth orthodontics can benefit individuals of any age, early intervention is best. Schedule your consultation today!
Early orthodontic treatment is about more than just straightening teeth; it’s about setting the stage for a lifetime of good oral health. We can identify and correct subtle issues with jaw growth and tooth eruption before they become serious problems. By addressing concerns like crowding, crossbites, and speech difficulties at a young age, we help ensure your child develops a balanced facial structure and a healthy, open airway, reducing the need for more complex treatment in the future.
• Mid-face deficiencies
• Over- or underdeveloped jaws (crossbite, overbite or underbite)
• Mouth breathing/open mouth posture
• Enlarged tonsils and adenoids
• Chronic allergies
• Tongue-tie and poor tongue habits/oral rest posture
• Sleep apnea
When you bring your child in for an orthodontic consultation, you can expect a comprehensive evaluation of their jaw and facial development. If treatment is recommended, we will create a personalized plan that may begin with gentle, removable appliances to guide jaw growth and create space for permanent teeth. Our goal is to make the process as comfortable and positive as possible, with the ultimate focus on preventing more complex issues down the road, setting your child on a path to a healthy, beautiful smile for life.
Airway-focused orthodontics for children goes well beyond a straight smile. By addressing the root cause of developmental issues at an early age, we help set a solid foundation for your child’s long-term health. This comprehensive approach ensures that they grow up with a beautiful smile and a healthy, functional system for a lifetime. Key benefits include:
• Improved breathing
• Improved sleep quality
• Enhanced facial harmony
• Reduced risk of TMJ/TMJD
• Increase space for teeth
• Prevention of future oral health issues
• Correction of speech issues
• Boosted confidence
Facial growth orthodontics help to prevent issues that can develop as a result of craniofacial imbalance. Facial growth orthodontics can also help to reduce the risk of developing TMJD and other jaw disorders, as well as help to develop a child’s airway.
Book An AppointmentChildren are ideal candidates for facial growth orthodontics while they are still growing, as this allows for the management of their development to ensure proper jaw and facial structure. Early intervention is critical to maximizing the benefits of treatment, but there is no specific age because each child is different.
Early orthodontic treatment for children can manage growth to reduce future smile and bite issues, treat craniofacial imbalances and jaw development problems, and facilitate proper growth and development. It can also help prevent TMJD and other jaw disorders and help develop a healthy airway.
Facial Growth Orthodontics offers solutions without traditional braces by using growth appliances to facilitate proper jaw and facial development, indirectly addressing the root causes of teeth alignment issues rather than just straightening teeth.
The duration of orthodontic treatment for children varies based on their specific needs and the extent of growth and adjustment required. Facial Growth Orthodontics is tailored to individual development, making treatment length dependent on each child’s unique case.
We understand that orthodontic treatment for your child is a significant investment in their health and well-being. To make this essential care more accessible and manageable for families, we provide flexible payment plans directly through our office.
