Straight Talk: The Right Age for Braces and What Parents Should Consider
Choosing the right time for your child's orthodontic care, especially when to start braces, can be confusing for parents. This article aims to provide clarity on the optimal age for braces and essential considerations. Navigating through these considerations can be overwhelming, but fear not, as we're here to guide you through the critical elements. Join us as we explore the factors parents should weigh when determining the right age for
Orthodontics (Braces)
Orthodontics is a field of dentistry that looks into aligning the teeth and jaws to improve a patient’s smile and oral health. A dentist usually recommends braces to improve the patient’s physical “orofacial” appearance. Through orthodontic treatment, problems like crooked or crowded teeth, overbites or underbites, incorrect jaw position and disorders of the jaw joints are corrected.