You've
made the first step. Your child is receiving Biomimetic Dentistry
Care from a general dentist in New York to prevent tooth problems
later in life. But you aren't finished yet! It may seem premature,
but most dentists and oral surgeons recommend that you schedule your
child's first orthodontist appointment before the age of seven. Why?
By
the age of seven, teeth have developed enough that an orthodontist
can evaluate facial symmetry and bite. Jaw alignment issues may be
present even if your child's smile appears straight. Only an
orthodontist has the expertise to detect and diagnose subtle problems
with bite and alignment. Early interventions correct these problems
and can prevent your child's having to undergo extensive treatments.
It may also shave years of treatment time, so your child can have his
or her braces removed sooner!
Your
child's teeth are developing quickly at the age of seven, and time is
running out for preventative Biomimetic Dentistry Care or
preventative interventions. Once your child's jaw stops growing,
treatments become corrective and complicated. If problems are caught
before the teeth and jaw are finished developing, your child may be
able to avoid braces altogether.
At
the age of seven, your child's mind is still malleable and
destructive habits that affect bite development and jaw alignment are
not set in stone. An orthodontist can detect whether thumb sucking,
nail biting and tooth grinding are affecting your child's facial and
oral development. These habits are easier to address when your child
is young. The longer these habits are allowed to go on, the more
difficult it will be for you to address them with your child.
Seeing
an orthodontist before the age of seven may also empower your child
to take better care of his or her teeth in the future. While regular
visits to your general dentist in New York prevent tooth decay,
misaligned teeth can trap bacteria in spots that are hard for your
child to reach with regular flossing and brushing at home. If the
teeth are not straight and properly spaced, it can be difficult to
floss fully and comfortably or to effectively remove plaque and food
particles with brushing.
Finally,
early visits to the orthodontist give your child the best chance of
having a beautiful, straight smile. A straight smile not only
improves your child's self esteem through adolescence, but also makes
it easier to eat and chew. Having a dentist guide jaw development and
alignment and educate on destructive habits helps your child achieve
a smile he or she can be proud of for years to come. Biomimetic
dentistry and early orthodontist appointments are the key to
providing your child with a beautiful smile safely and easily.
