Dentofacial Orthopedics

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Dentofacial Orthopedics in Portage, IN

It is always a good idea to deal with problems as early as possible. In orthodontics care, that is exactly what our dentofacial orthopedics in Portage, IN are intended to do. Parents choose this intervention to help their children by:

Guiding the development of jaws and facial bones
Correcting alignment issues without surgery
Reducing the duration of orthodontic treatment when kids are older

This service helps kids before they are ready for braces or other orthodontic services. Call 219-841-7795 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Randy Schmidt or Dr. Evan Schmidt at Orthodontic Alliances.

Act Today to Reduce Problems Tomorrow

Your child should come in for an orthodontic exam around the age of 7, according to the American Association of Orthodontists. By that age, most kids have a mix of primary and permanent teeth. A majority of children will not need need any work at this stage of their development. However, this is a good opportunity to find potential problems in the early stages. If your little one does have a problem, we can help you find solutions can have long-term benefits for your child.

Too much or too little bone structure can dramatically affect how your child’s smile looks. Dentofacial orthopedics involves guiding the growth of their jaw and facial bones to create more room for their teeth to erupt correctly. When a tooth falls out early, we have ways to maintain that space until the permanent tooth is ready.

This kind of treatment will not eliminate the need for braces or Invisalign in most cases. However, it can reduce time in braces and save your child from needing surgery when they are older. To find out more about our dentofacial orthopedics in Portage, IN, call 219-841-7795 or contact Orthodontic Alliances online.

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Common Questions About Dentofacial Orthopedics

How can I keep my child out of braces?

Children can sometimes avoid braces altogether or at least shorten their treatment time if early orthodontic care is provided. Using dentofacial orthopedics, we can address issues with their developing facial structure that can interfere with proper alignment of their adult teeth. That is why we recommend bringing your child to see us at age 7.

What kinds of problems can dentofacial orthopedics take care of?

Children often have too much or too little bone growth in their face. Using special appliances, we can improve the development of the underlying bone so that their teeth will come in straighter and their bites will be properly aligned. As an adult, your bones are already formed, but children can greatly benefit from this type of treatment.

How much does dentofacial orthopedics cost?

The cost for dentofacial orthopedics can vary widely depending on what needs to be done to your child. We encourage parents to bring their children to see us at age 7 so we can evaluate them and develop a treatment plan if necessary. Of course, this will include the investment involved so that you can properly budget for their treatment.

Who needs dentofacial orthodontics?

Your orthodontist can often determine if your child would benefit from dentofacial orthodontics by the age of 6 or 7. Often a simple treatment like a space maintainer is enough to ensure that teeth are able to erupt normally, without crowding or other issues that can lead to an improperly aligned bite.

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