Early Orthodontics in Winnipeg

Early Orthodontics Near You

The bright, happy smile of a child is always a welcomed sight, but orthodontic health goes beyond appearances. Undiagnosed orthodontic issues can have an impact on your child’s ability to speak, chew, swallow, breathe, and maintain proper oral hygiene.

While there is no specific age during which children should begin orthodontic treatment, our team at Greenwoods Pediatric Dentistry recommends making the first visit to an orthodontist no later than age 7. By this time, most children have a mix of adult and baby teeth, making it simpler for the orthodontist to detect and treat tooth and jaw problems earlier and prevent the need for more invasive treatments. We are happy to provide early orthodontics in Winnipeg.

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Early Orthodontics Can Address:

  • Thumbsucking habits that aren’t going away
  • Difficulties chewing, swallowing, and biting food
  • Teeth that do not come together properly
  • Crowded front teeth
  • Nighttime or daytime grinding of teeth
  • Misplaced, crowded, or crooked teeth
  • A narrow jaw that affects breathing, speech, or the bite
  • Jaws and teeth that are disproportionate to the face

Promoting Your Child’s Overall Oral Health During Early Orthodontic Treatment

Children who have braces or other orthodontic appliances require more effort to keep their gums and teeth clean. Since orthodontic appliances can cover certain areas of the teeth, your child will have to learn how to navigate around them to ensure that they are properly cleaning their mouth. Since our dentist in Winnipeg wants to ensure the highest level of oral hygiene, we recommend that your child visits us once every six months for regular checkups and cleanings even while undergoing orthodontic care.

Does Early Orthodontics Prevent the Need for Further Orthodontic Treatment in Adolescence?

Early orthodontics works to correct significant issues from a young age, prevent more severe problems from developing, and simplify necessary future treatments. Since all permanent teeth have not yet erupted when early treatment is performed, their final position may not have been corrected. In most cases, early orthodontics allows for a shorter treatment phase in adolescent years.

Interested in Early Orthodontics Near You?

It is important to get your child started with orthodontics from a young age to ensure that their oral health remains in excellent condition. At Greenwoods Pediatric Dentistry, we are happy to provide early orthodontics in Winnipeg. Please contact us to book a consultation today.

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