Children’s Orthodontics at Lightwood Dental
Setting the foundation for healthy teeth and jaws begins at a young age. Addressing orthodontic concerns early in childhood can help your little one avoid more complex (and costly) dental issues later in life. Early intervention not only improves oral health but also may help boost confidence and wellbeing.
Why Start Early?
Children’s orthodontics at Lightwood Dental isn’t just about achieving a straight smile—it’s about creating a solid foundation for lifelong oral health. During childhood, kids’ bones are still growing, making it the ideal time to gently guide teeth and jaw development. Here’s how our early orthodontic care can benefit your child:
- Creates space for crowded or erupting teeth to ensure proper alignment as permanent teeth come in.
- Preserves space for unerupted permanent teeth to reduce the risk of impacted teeth.
- Corrects thumb-sucking habits or other oral behaviours that could affect dental and jaw development.
- Encourages proper jaw growth to establish a balanced and symmetrical face.
- Harmonises the width of dental arches for improved oral function and aesthetics.
- Eliminates crossbites to prevent issues like premature wear on teeth or uneven jaw growth.
- Reduces the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth, keeping your child’s smile safe.
- Simplifies or shortens future orthodontic treatments, potentially avoiding tooth extractions or invasive procedures.
- Improves some speech problems, helping your child communicate more clearly.
Early orthodontic intervention can proactively support your child’s confidence and overall oral health.
Solutions for Growing Smiles
We offer modern orthodontic solutions that are designed to be gentle, effective, and easy for children to use:
- Space Maintainers: These small devices hold space for permanent teeth to grow in correctly after early tooth loss.
- Myobrace®: This comfortable, pre-orthodontic treatment aligns teeth and improves jaw function with short daily use or during sleep.
- Orthotropics® Guidance: This innovative method trains facial muscles and guides jaw growth without the need for headgear or surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should my child see an orthodontist?
Is early orthodontic treatment painful?
Will early treatment eliminate the need for braces later?
Schedule Your Child’s Orthodontic Consultation Today!
Book a consultation today with one of our highly experienced dentists and take the first step towards helping your child have a healthy, happy smile!
Any invasive or surgical procedure may carry risks. Before moving forward, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from an appropriately licensed medical professional.
