Early Treatment

According to the American Association of Orthodontics, children should have an initial orthodontic screening by the age of 7-years-old. Early treatment, or interceptive treatment, is a proactive orthodontic approach designed for children in mixed demotion. Mixed dentition is a combination of adult teeth and baby teeth, and this is the perfect time to address orthodontic issues before they become more complex. By identifying issues like crooked teeth or misaligned jaws early on, our team can help guide your child’s teeth into healthier development. Early treatment can help prevent more complicated treatment in the future, help decrease overall treatment time, and can improve the look and function of your child’s teeth and jaws.

Early treatment, sometimes referred to as Phase 1 treatment, is used to negate abnormal development before it leads to further orthodontic issues, and helps encourage proper teeth eruption and proper jaw development. Interceptive early treatment can be helpful in changing the aesthetics of your child’s smile, and it can even impact the overall function of their teeth and jaws in the long run.