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Which Orthodontic Treatment Should You Choose for Children with Misaligned Teeth

Date:2021-01-25 21:43:47
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Which orthodontic treatment should you choose for children with misaligned teeth? If a child develops dental problems, orthodontic treatment should be initiated promptly; otherwise, it may affect tooth development and even impact facial appearance. Therefore, parents should pay close attention to their children’s dental health in daily life. When misalignment is detected, it is important to take the child to a reputable hospital for timely orthodontic treatment. So, which orthodontic treatment should you choose for children with misaligned teeth? Let’s take a look together with Dr.Clear Aligner.

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Interceptive Orthodontics:

When malocclusion is detected at an early stage, simple methods can be used for early orthodontic intervention to prevent the malocclusion from progressing severely and to guide the dentofacial development toward normalcy. This is known as interceptive orthodontics. Examples include correction of oral habits, sequential extraction for severe crowding detected early, prevention and management of premature loss or retention of primary teeth, and early correction of anterior crossbite.

General Orthodontic Treatment:

Various types of orthodontic appliances are selected based on the dentofacial deformities of patients in different regions. These orthodontic appliances are primarily used for adolescents. Commonly used appliances can be categorized by convenience into removable appliances, fixed appliances, functional appliances, and so on. General orthodontic methods are often complex and time-consuming, and may not be convenient for daily life. However, long-term wear can yield significant results.

Functional Orthodontic Appliance:

This is commonly used for the correction of relatively simple malocclusions during the primary and mixed dentition stages, or in conjunction with fixed appliances for orthodontic treatment. Children can insert and remove these appliances themselves.

Clear Aligner Treatment:

Clear aligner technology uses a series of customized transparent aligners based on each individual’s specific condition to achieve orthodontic correction. It offers advantages such as aesthetics, precise positioning, and easy cleaning. Clear aligners are essentially an improvement over traditional braces. Apart from being transparent, they require a similar treatment duration of two to three years as traditional braces. While they may appear inconspicuous, they can be uncomfortable to wear, may cause excessive salivation, and the risk of relapse has not been significantly improved. It can be a relatively uncomfortable orthodontic process.

Generally speaking, it is better for girls to undergo orthodontic treatment between the ages of 10-12, and for boys between 11-13. At this stage, the primary teeth have just been replaced. However, for children with skeletal deformities, especially those with an underbite, doctors recommend early orthodontic treatment during the mixed dentition period. Early intervention helps to leverage the child’s growth spurt to redirect abnormal growth patterns toward normal development.

The above is an introduction to “Which orthodontic treatment should you choose for children with misaligned teeth.” Dr.Clear Aligner hopes this information is helpful for your understanding. There are many orthodontic methods for children. Parents should choose a reputable hospital for their child’s treatment to ensure safe and effective results.


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