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Early Interceptive Orthodontics In Eastvale
Starting orthodontic care for your young child may seem drastic. But by beginning proactive care early, we can help minimize or even eliminate their need for more extensive treatments in the future. Give your child a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Why Should I Choose Early Interceptive Orthodontics?
Because the sooner you get treatment for your child, the better the alignment of their teeth and jaws will be. Orthodontic problems often become obvious as early as the age of 6-8 in some kids. By using special early orthodontic treatments, orthodontists can correct lots of these problems while your child’s jaws are still growing, and before all of their permanent teeth erupt. This is known as “Phase 1” orthodontic treatment. Getting phase 1 treatment can simplify your child’s future treatment with braces, and can even eliminate the need for further orthodontic procedures, in some cases.
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Airway Focused Orthodontics
We go beyond traditional orthodontics to address the critical connection between your bite and your breathing. Our airway orthodontics approach focuses on improving both dental alignment and respiratory function, potentially alleviating issues like sleep apnea, snoring, and mouth breathing. By optimizing jaw position and oral structures, we aim to enhance your overall health and quality of life, not just your smile.
Keeping Care Accessible
We believe that everyone deserves a chance at a healthy smile, and that’s why we do everything we can to make paying for dental care as easy as possible.
Invisalign First
Invisalign First offers a comfortable, nearly invisible alternative to traditional braces for young patients. This innovative option allows for easier hygiene maintenance and fewer dietary restrictions while effectively addressing your child's orthodontic needs.
The Benefits of Phase 1 Orthodontics
Develop A Healthy Bite
Phase 1 orthodontics is particularly important in patients who may have serious jaw problems or a narrow palate. These issues can interfere with the development of a healthy bite. In the future, this could lead to problems when the permanent teeth erupt, speech impediments, premature tooth wear, and lots of other problems. With early interceptive orthodontics, these complex issues can be reduced or eliminated.
Reduce Tooth Misalignment
Early interceptive orthodontics helps the adult teeth erupt in the proper places, and can reduce or even eliminate the misalignment of adult teeth. This improves your child’s smile and oral health. In some cases, they may not even need braces (phase 2 orthodontics) to straighten their teeth.
Treat Other Dental/Health Complications
A bad bite and misaligned teeth can contribute to or cause lots of other problems like disordered breathing, a higher risk of gum disease and tooth decay, speech issues, and much more. Proper care from an expert orthodontist will prevent all of these problems and more.
Hospital and Private Practice Experience
Our team brings a wealth of experience from both hospital and private practice settings. Having worked with children as young as 7 in a combined pediatric-ortho hospital environment, Dr. Phan Huynh is skilled at creating a comfortable, fear-free experience for young patients. His background in pediatric settings further enhances his ability to provide exceptional care for children.
Tailored Care for Every Smile
We recognize that every child's growth pattern and orthodontic needs are different. Our customized treatment plans adapt to your child's specific growth status, dentition, and maturation stage. This personalized approach ensures the most effective and efficient treatment for your child's individual case.
Board-Certified Orthodontist
When you bring your child to a board-certified orthodontist, you’re getting the peace of mind knowing that your little one’s smile is in the hands of an experienced professional who is dedicated to keeping up with the latest advancements in orthodontics and patient care.
iTero Intraoral Scanner
With our iTero intraoral scanner, we’re able to create accurate 3D models of your child’s teeth, gums, and jaw structure, all without the need for messy impressions. These images allow us to create the most efficient treatment plans, and even see what your child’s smile will look like after their treatment has finished.
The Early Interceptive Orthodontics Treatment Process
Initial Consultation
First, your child will need to have an appointment with an experienced orthodontist. Your child’s orthodontist will take detailed x-rays, perform a comprehensive exam, and assess their overall oral health to determine if your child needs phase 1 orthodontics or simply needs to be placed on an observation exam schedule to continue monitoring their growth.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Once your child is approved for treatment, their orthodontist will develop a customized treatment plan. This could include special braces, habit appliances to help with things like thumb-sucking or bad swallow, palate expanders, headgear, and a variety of other treatments. Every child is different, so your orthodontist will discuss their plan with you and schedule all of the necessary follow-ups and checkups.
Regular Orthodontic Check-Ups
Phase 1 orthodontics typically takes about 12 months, though some patients may have shorter or longer treatment times. During this time, your child will come back to our office every 6-8 weeks. Their orthodontist will check on their oral health, examine their progress, and make sure everything’s on track. This same process will continue until your child’s treatment is complete.
Before & Afters
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Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
