Save Time & Money With Preventive Orthodontics in Powell

Although your child’s baby teeth fall out, protecting them is still important. When these teeth come in and fall out naturally, adult teeth erupt without alignment problems. However, environmental and genetic factors can lead to orthodontic needs in the future. That’s when preventive orthodontics in Powell can help. It will:

Help your child avoid braces later on in life
Guide the growth of facial and jaw bones
Ensure there is adequate room for adult teeth
Reduce your orthodontic costs
Boost their oral health now and in the future

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Give Your Child a Healthier Bite

Avoid Oral Health Problems

Addressing orthodontic concerns early can help your child avoid oral and overall health problems as they grow. Without timely intervention, issues like obstructive sleep apnea or difficulty chewing can arise. We recommend bringing your child in by age 7 so we can assess the need for preventive orthodontic care.

Early monitoring allows us to catch potential problems and guide the proper development of their smile. This proactive approach reduces the likelihood of more severe issues later in life, ensuring your child’s oral health remains on track.

Improve Your Child’s Overall Health

If we detect orthodontic concerns during your child’s visit, we may suggest treatments like myofunctional therapy or palate expansion. Myofunctional therapy teaches your child exercises that promote ideal tongue position, mouth posture, and proper breathing. It aids jaw development and helps create space for adult teeth. Palate expansion, on the other hand, involves an orthodontic device that widens the upper or lower jaw, ensuring proper bite function.

Watch for signs such as difficulty chewing, mouth breathing, or thumb sucking beyond age 5, as these can indicate the need for preventive orthodontics. Call 865-685-9939 for an appointment if you think your child may need preventive orthodontics in Powell. You can also schedule online.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Preventive Orthodontics

What is preventive orthodontics?

Preventive orthodontics takes your child’s facial structure into consideration to help them potentially avoid the need for braces later on. By promoting proper facial bone formation, preventive orthodontics can help your child reduce their chances of experiencing airway and breathing issues, as well as problems with crooked and uneven teeth.

How much do preventive orthodontics cost?

The cost of preventive orthodontics can vary widely, depending on what treatment is needed. Our team will go over all the treatment options with you to help you decide what is best for your child and your budget. We’ll ensure you have all the information you need before deciding on treatment.

Who needs preventive orthodontics?

We recommend that you bring your child in for an orthodontic exam at around age 6 or 7. Children will often show signs of orthodontic problems by this age, and we can recommend treatment accordingly to help them with their issues. In many cases, early orthodontic treatment can help avoid the need for full braces in the child’s teen years.