Benefits Of Getting Braces At An Early Age
by Gregory Price
For many years, orthodontists only recommended putting braces on children's teeth once their baby teeth fell out. Today, orthodontists believe that younger children greatly benefit from early orthodontic treatment with braces. Early intervention putting braces on children's teeth provides more benefits than just straightening their teeth. Here are some benefits of getting braces for early orthodontic intervention:
Braces Make Room for New Teeth
Some children have issues with crowding teeth. When the baby teeth crowd close to each other, it becomes difficult for the permanent teeth to erupt. Braces can help expand the jaw just enough to make space for the permanent teeth to come through the gum line.
Braces Help Prevent Protruding Teeth
Another benefit of getting braces for younger children is that they can help repair teeth that protrude too forward in the mouth. When the teeth stick out too far, they cannot be covered appropriately by the lips. The teeth are more susceptible to damage or even loss any time the teeth are even gently bumped. Braces will put the teeth back into proper alignment. It is important to fix this issue sooner rather than later. If the teeth are repaired younger, the teeth will be easier to fix versus waiting until the child grows.
Braces Change the Shape of the Face
When the teeth are misaligned, it means the jaw is not in the right place. When the jaw is not in the correct position, it can change the shape of the face. When the teeth are realigned correctly, the jaw will be in proper alignment. This will ultimately change the shape of the face and make it appear more symmetrical.
Braces Improve Speech
If your child has a problem with their speech, your child may benefit from getting braces at an early age. When teeth improperly overlap, it allows air to escape through the teeth and causes a whistling sound. In other instances, there are some obstructions that can cause children to lisp or have other issues speaking. Getting braces and correcting the alignment will help improve the child's ability to speak.
Braces Early Intervention Helps Decrease Treatment Time
When you get early orthodontic treatment for your child, the timing of the procedure will decrease. Braces occur in multiple phases. The first phase helps to decrease any trauma the teeth have been under and repair the most crucial issues. If you deal with those problems early enough, the next phase can proceed much faster. You also have less risk of removing any teeth since the early braces created the perfect space for the permanent teeth to flourish.
For more information on kids' braces, contact a doctor near you.
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Up until a year ago, I did my best to keep my teeth and gums clean. But after securing a new job, I began to work late into the night and didn't have the time or energy to brush and floss before I retired to bed. My busy schedule and poor dental hygiene finally affected my teeth and gums. After experiencing severe pain in several of my teeth, I made an appointment with my dentist. My dentist examined my mouth and discovered three large cavities in my molars. After four long weeks, my dentist finally completed my dental work. I learned a very painful lesson during that time. No matter how busy you are, always brush and floss. I started this blog to inform other people about the importance of good dental care. I hope you find the time to read it. Thanks for visiting.
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