Great article on when to see an orthodontist
Many people wonder when is the best time to take their children to see
the orthodontist. While the American Association of Orthodontists
recommends age 7, that does not mean it is time to start anything at
that time. An orthodontist does not just straighten teeth, but we also
harmonize the lips and soft tissue, as well as the bones that the teeth
grow in. If there are early problems with bones, these can be addressed
at this time. By addressing problems early on, braces are less
expensive and take less time (14-18 months as opposed to 2-3 years).
Young patients do really well with treatment and Dr. Danielle is awesome
with kids! As a mom herself, Dr. Danielle understands how to reach the
young kids in a tell-show-do method. This decreases anxiety and
creates a positive environment for everyone!
So check out this article from the NY Times!
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http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/when-to-see-orthodontist
