Braces for Children
Traditional metal or ceramic braces customized for children to gently guide teeth into healthy alignment.
Traditional metal or ceramic orthodontic brackets and wires bonded to a child's teeth and adjusted gradually over time to guide teeth into proper alignment during developmental years.
Brackets are bonded to each tooth and connected by an archwire that applies steady pressure, with periodic adjustments made to progressively guide teeth into proper alignment.
Corrects alignment and bite issues during a critical developmental window, reducing the complexity and cost of orthodontic treatment that may otherwise be needed in adulthood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about braces for children.
Children with crowding, spacing, bite issues, or misaligned teeth who are ready for orthodontic treatment once their permanent teeth have sufficiently erupted.
Brackets are bonded and the wire is placed at a single appointment, followed by regular adjustments every few weeks. Mild soreness after adjustments is normal.
Treatment typically takes eighteen months to two and a half years. Adjustment visits are scheduled every four to six weeks.
Avoiding hard, crunchy, and sticky foods throughout treatment protects brackets and prevents delays.
Mild soreness after adjustments is normal and usually fades within a day or two. Orthodontic wax helps ease any bracket irritation.
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