Interceptive treatment
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Interceptive orthodontic treatment is designed for young, growing children to address dental and jaw issues early, preventing more severe problems in the future. This type of treatment is particularly effective in correcting conditions such as protruding teeth, severe overcrowding, misaligned jaws, and harmful oral habits. By starting interceptive treatment between the ages of 7 and 9, orthodontists can guide the development of the teeth and jaws, making later treatments less complicated and reducing the need for more invasive procedures.
Typically lasting 6 to 12 months, interceptive orthodontics can include a variety of appliances, such as interceptive braces, to gently guide teeth and jaws into proper alignment. Early intervention not only helps prevent future dental complications but also supports healthier oral development as the child grows.
An initial orthodontic evaluation at an early age will help identify the first signs of orthodontic issues. This evaluation should not be later than age seven. Orthodontic treatment may not be necessary at this age, but a comprehensive examination can help determine the best time for treatment. This early treatment aims to prevent or intercept more serious orthodontic problems.
Early intervention guides development and growth, preventing serious problems in the future. If orthodontic treatment isn’t necessary, the orthodontist can carefully monitor development and growth and start treatment at the right time.
Early interceptive orthodontics is a proactive approach to correcting dental and jaw issues in children aged 7 to 9. By addressing problems like misaligned jaws, overcrowded or protruding teeth, and harmful oral habits early, this treatment helps prevent more complex issues later. Using appliances such as interceptive braces, orthodontists guide the development of teeth and jaws, often reducing the need for more invasive treatments in the future. Early intervention ensures healthier oral development and a smoother orthodontic journey.
The first adult teeth must have erupted by age seven, establishing the back bite. The orthodontist can evaluate side-to-side tooth relationships and front-to-back tooth relationships. For example, if the incisors are erupting, it may indicate an open bite, overbite, gummy smiles or overcrowding.
Early screening increases the chances of maintaining a beautiful smile and may simplify the treatment needed in the teenage years.
Interceptive orthodontic procedures are designed to address dental and jaw issues early in a child's development, typically between the ages of 7 and 9. These procedures aim to correct problems such as crowded teeth, jaw misalignment, and improper oral habits before they worsen. Common interceptive orthodontic procedures include the use of interceptive braces, space maintainers, or other appliances that gently guide the growth of teeth and jaws. Early intervention helps create proper alignment, reduces the need for extensive treatment later, and supports healthier long-term oral development.
The benefits of interceptive treatment include the following.
Our orthodontists at Kingston Orthodontics are experienced in providing interceptive treatment for children to prevent more serious orthodontic issues later in life. Contact us at 0203 002 2501 to schedule an appointment with our orthodontist.
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