The Benefits of Early Intervention and Treatment

If you want to improve the look and feel of your smile, then any age can be a great age to see a Dentist.

Early Intervention

Early evaluation means early detection of problems and greater opportunity for more effective treatment. Orthodontic intervention monitors growth and development, reducing serious problems later. When early orthodontic intervention is not necessary, an orthodontist can carefully observe and track growth and development and begin treatment when ideal for the patient.

Signs of Orthodontic Problems

Orthodontic problems are not always straightforward. Even teeth that look straight may be hiding problems. Here are some signs that might indicate the need for orthodontic attention.

• Excess spaces between teeth

• Overbite, underbite, crossbite

• Extra teeth

• Missing teeth

• Severely protruding or buck teeth

• Severely crowded teeth

• Narrow upper or lower jaw

Benefits of Early Treatment:

There are many benefits to early orthodontic treatment.  Some of the most direct results of early treatment include:

• Creating space for crowded, erupting permanent teeth

• Creating facial symmetry by influencing jaw growth

• Decreasing the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth

• Preserving space for unerupted teeth

• Reducing the need for permanent tooth removal

• Reducing treatment time with braces

• Improve self-esteem & increase self-confidence