Introduction:
In pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, parents often ask when the right time is to start treatment. We only treat when there is a medical indication and when the child agrees to the treatment. This ensures that the child remains cooperative, even when all permanent teeth have erupted. Whenever possible, we focus on using gentle, removable appliances to prevent more serious problems later in adulthood.
Key Aspects of Early Treatment:
- Medical Indication and Compliance:
We only treat when medically necessary, which helps motivate young patients and ensures long-lasting treatment outcomes. - Early Detection of Dental Misalignments:
Regular check-ups at ages 8 to 9 allow us to detect potential issues early and, if necessary, intervene with removable appliances. - What appliances are used?
Whenever possible, we use removable or simple fixed appliances to make treatment easier for our younger patients. - Preventing Future Complications:
Early correction can avoid later interventions like surgery or complex fixed appliances. We help manage misalignments in childhood to secure long-term success.
Examples of Typical Medical Indications:
- Crossbite
- Open bite
- Deep bite
What to Expect During the First Consultation?
Our goal is to show children and their parents whether treatment is necessary or if regular check-ups will suffice. Often, a first check-up is enough without starting immediate treatment. In particular, with skeletal changes like Class II malocclusions (overbite), it can sometimes be more effective to wait until puberty for optimal therapy.
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