When a tooth is lost prematurely, to prevent major misalignment we may suggest a phase one orthodontics known as space maintainers. These can be removable or fixed, and help children as young as age seven avoid major malocclusion. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about our space maintainers.
Category: Children’s Orthodontics
How We Treat Infected Teeth In Children’s Smiles
When a tooth becomes infected, this could be a source of major discomfort for your child, and could even complicate how they eat. To bring relief and prevent the premature loss of a tooth, we can offer a restorative treatment. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about our pulpotomy treatment!
When Do Your Kids Need To Visit The Dentist?
When was the last time you brought your child to the dentist? Have they had their first checkup and cleaning yet? In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about when kids need to visit the dentist, and what to expect for these routine visits!
Starting The First Phase Of Your Child’s Visit
Did you know that we could start orthodontic treatment for kids as young as age seven? To do so, we offer a phased approach using treatment options like retainers and space maintainers. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about the first phase of your child’s treatment.
Preventing Major Misalignment With Space Maintainers
When your child loses baby teeth early, this could impact how permanent teeth erupt and lead to major complications for their smile. To help prevent these issues following premature tooth loss, we could help with custom orthodontics. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about our space maintainers.
Our Approach To Children’s Orthodontics
We want to help kids, even as young as age seven, start orthodontic treatment to correct misalignment and improve the health of their smile. Which is why we offer treatment in a phased approach. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we help kids with phase one orthodontics.
Protecting Your Child’s Smile With Space Maintainers
When a tooth is lost prematurely in childhood, this could lead to major complications with the function and balance of your smile. Without treatment, this could lead to serious misalignment as their smile grows and develops, leading to more complications in the teen and adult years. But your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist can… Read more »
Starting Phase One Of Your Child’s Orthodontic Treatment
Did you know that orthodontic care isn’t just limited to teens and adults? With a phased approach, we can start care for children as young as age seven! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will discuss what to expect from the first phase of treatment.
Your Children Need A Back-To-School Visit
In the next few weeks, kids are going to be heading back to school. There’s a lot to do to get ready, such as shopping for supplies and new clothes. But don’t forget about their smiles! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talk about when kids need a back-to-school visit.
When Should You Consider Braces?
Do you have uneven teeth, or does your child? If so, this could mean more than just issues with a smile’s appearance. To improve overall oral health in the long term, orthodontic treatment may be necessary. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about when you should consider braces.
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