Early Treatment
When your child needs braces or other orthodontic treatments, the earlier they receive treatment, the better. Their orthodontist in Staten Island, NY, can help. At the office of Dr. Salvatore R. Indelicato, we provide treatment for kids who need early orthodontic care. Our early orthodontic services can help your child straighten their teeth and align their jaw.
Straight teeth and a well-aligned bite create a beautiful smile. Straight teeth also help your child chew comfortably. Ultimately, taking care of your child’s teeth and bite can help improve their quality of life. Early orthodontic treatment often makes correcting problems with your child’s bite and jaw easier. The longer you wait to correct these issues, the more expensive and severe their orthodontic problems may be.
Why Early Orthodontic
There are many reasons to get your child early treatment for their orthodontic problems. See below for reasons why parents bring their child to our office for early orthodontic treatment.
- Correct problems with your child’s bite. If your child’s jaw is misaligned, they may have an underbite, an overbite, or another orthodontic problem that could affect how they look, chew, and talk. Early orthodontic treatment can help correct these problems.
- Make room for permanent teeth to come in. If your child’s permanent teeth have no space to grow in, they may grow crooked or misaligned with the other teeth. Early orthodontic treatment helps fix this problem.
- Prevent more complex and expensive treatments in the future. Orthodontic problems can be costly if they are allowed to become more severe with time. Addressing these problems early can save you money and save your child extra discomfort from lengthy orthodontic procedures.
What to Expect During An Orthodontic Evaluation
Your child’s orthodontist may use information from your child’s dental history and a visual evaluation of your child’s teeth to determine whether they need orthodontic treatment. During the examination, the orthodontist will look for problems like crossbite, overbite, overcrowding, and problems with their oral health that could affect their orthodontic treatment.
The orthodontist may also use X-rays to see what’s happening beneath the gums and in places orthodontists can’t see. Once the evaluation is complete, the orthodontist may sit down for a conversation with you, to answer your questions and tell you their recommendation.
Why Do Patients Choose Us For Early Orthodontic Treatment?
Our patients choose us for early orthodontic treatment because we’re a trusted name in Staten Island orthodontic care. Dr. Indelicato provides compassionate, effective orthodontic treatment for children through adulthood. He always says “My patients and parents are treated as I would like to be treated, with very personal, high-quality care, with gentleness and honesty” .
Orthodontic Services In Staten Island, NY
We provide a range of orthodontic services for patients. If you’re seeking an orthodontist for your child, we can help with services of all types.
Braces
Braces are a traditional tool that orthodontists use to align teeth. Braces consist of brackets and wires that are attached to the tooth enamel.
Throughout treatment, the wires are tightened to help position your child’s teeth. Braces can be made from metal or ceramic. We’ll talk to you and your child about these options so you can decide which type of braces are right for your teeth.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are made from clear plastic. Aligners are shaped to fit over the teeth and gently move them into the correct position. Often, patients choose clear aligners over braces because they’re easy to maintain and effective for most orthodontic treatments.
Other Orthodontic Services
We provide orthodontic evaluations and can help your child with a range of orthodontic problems, from crowded teeth to a misaligned jaw. Not sure what type of orthodontic care your child needs? We can help. Call us to get started with your child’s orthodontic evaluation.
Early Orthodontic Treatment FAQs
When should my child see an orthodontist for the first time?
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, it’s important to bring your child for their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7.
How can I tell if my child needs an orthodontic evaluation?
Most kids can benefit from evaluation regardless of whether they display signs of orthodontic problems. Your child’s orthodontist may identify problems that you’re unable to see.
However, if your child has any of the following problems, they may need orthodontic care:
- Crowded teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Jaw clicks when they eat
- They tire of chewing
- They bite the inside of their mouth easily
- They have problems pronouncing certain letters or saying certain words
Is early treatment orthodontic care better than orthodontic care later in life?
For most people, early orthodontic treatment is best. Early orthodontic treatment can save money and time with the orthodontist.
Contact Us for Early Orthodontic Treatment
Does your child need an orthodontic screening or early orthodontic care in Staten Island, NY? Call today to make your first appointment.
