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Who needs orthodontic treatment, and when should it begin?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children get a check-up with an orthodontist no later than age seven. Although only a few orthodontic problems need to be corrected at that age, an early exam allows the orthodontist to offer advice and guidance as to when the appropriate age to start treatment would be

What are the benefits of early orthodontic evaluation?
Early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and greater opportunity for more effective treatment.  Prudent intervention guides growth and development, preventing more serious problems later.

What are the advantages of early (interceptive) treatment?
Some of the most direct results of interceptive treatment are: creating room for crowded teeth; creating facial symmetry through influencing jaw growth; reducing the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth; preserving space for unerupted teeth; reducing the need for future teeth extractions; reducing treatment time with full braces.

Are you a candidate for orthodontic treatment?
Anyone, regardless of age can benefit from orthodontic treatment.  Orthodontics is not merely for improving the aesthetics of the smile; it improves bad bites (malocclusions).  Malocclusions occur as a result of tooth or jaw misalignment.  Malocclusions affect the way you smile, chew, clean your teeth or feel about your smile.  Ultimately, orthodontics does more than make a pretty smile, it creates a healthier you.

Adult Treatment
Braces are not just for kids anymore.  Teeth alignment can be changed at any age.  We offer a variety of treatments that suit your lifestyle.  Orthodontic treatment at later stages in life can dramatically improve your personal appearance and self esteem.  Improving the health of your teeth and gums are equally important.  Crooked teeth and a bad bite can contribute to gum disease and bone loss, tooth decay, abnormal wear of tooth enamel, and sometimes jaw (TMJ) pain.
GOOD NEWS! New techniques and appliances that we use greatly reduce discomfort levels.  They also shorten treatment times without compromising your appearance.