The early years of a child's dental care are crucial as their buccal cavity develops and grows constantly. ‘Prevention is always better than cure,’ as the saying goes. It's always wise to take action on your child's orthodontic care before it takes a turn.
A child's palate is softer than an adult's, and prolonged thumb sucking, use of pacifiers, genetic factors, and early loss of baby teeth are some common causes of orthodontic alignment issues. Dental crowding can also lead to orthodontic alignment problems.
Nowadays, people are diligently addressing their orthodontic alignment issues with possible remedies. This is good, but proper treatment can prevent it from happening. Early identification of orthodontic issues can help your children in the future.
The occlusion term refers to the alignment of teeth—the way the upper jaw sits on the lower. It's essential to fit the upper jaw slightly over the lower jaw to prevent us from biting our cheeks, and the lower jaw protects the tongue.
Malocclusion means the misaligned teeth that cause tooth overcrowding or dental crowding. Malocclusion is caused mainly by hereditary factors, which can be passed down through the lineage.
It is possible to observe orthodontic malocclusion with simple physical examinations, but it is recommended to consult with a certified orthodontist instead of doing physical examinations. Orthodontists refer to the history of the child and X-rays.
Orthodontic care for 7-year-old children is the best-prescribed age because it addresses both current issues and corrects misalignments and bite problems in their early stages. This can, in turn, solve many issues like tooth decay and gum diseases.
A consultation with the best dentist at an early age can keep a check on the overall oral health of your children, helping them check on their thumb-sucking habits and help them breathe easily.
A misaligned oral cavity can lead to children becoming more introspective and have a direct impact on their mental performance. An early correction to their smile can improve their confidence there through communication and social interactions.
Early jaw correction can improve relations between teeth and jaws; softer palates during childhood improve the ease of correction. As the patient is more cooperative, achieving better facial structure is straightforward.
The primary benefit of early jaw alignment is to prevent any further dental issues or injuries. Better-aligned teeth help prevent any further injuries or cheek bites. Predominantly, it reduces the chances of tooth decay, gum diseases, and even tooth loss.
Aligned jaw spacing makes the upper jaw better placed above the lower, preventing cheek bites and protecting the tongue.
By correcting the space between teeth, air inflow and outflow can be improved, resulting also in improved speech quality and breath.
The first and vital step of the process of correction is, of course, consulting a certified orthodontist.
Consult a qualified orthodontist: They will evaluate the oral cavity thoroughly and recommend the most suitable treatment for us.
Choosing the most suitable treatment Method: The orthodontist is skilled in identifying and providing the most effective treatment for our oral condition, and they also discuss the same with us.
Braces and Aligners: Orthodontists frequently use braces and aligners. Whereas bracers are traditional methods using metals or ceramics fixed to the teeth for correcting the spaces, aligners are those that are removable trays fixed over the teeth, helping the correction.
Regular reviews: Once the treatment is started, the patient needs to be regularly observed by the orthodontists. Thus, the patient has to visit the doctor at regular intervals and regularly inspect the progress of correction.
Placing Retention: Retentions are placed after the correction, preventing it from returning to its original position.
It is crucial to address orthodontic issues early on to ensure the well-being and future of your children. Many of the malocclusions cannot be treated rather than prevented, such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting—early consultation and correction of the orthodontic malocclusion results in better outcomes. A bright, confident smile on your child’s face is nothing less than a promising future for them.
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