Screening of teeth at an early age
The pediatric dentist is the dentist specialized in the treatment of children, who assesses the position and occlusion of the teeth, as well as the growth and positioning of the jaws.Although it is possible to identify malocclusion problems as early as 4 years of age, caused by genetic issues or in most cases by bad habits in early childhood such as excessive pacifier use or thumb sucking, the first visit is recommended at around 7 years of age.It is important to consult a dentist at this age because this is the time when the molars appear and the incisors are already in place and a check-up can determine if the development of the teeth is correct and detect any alteration early.If the child’s teeth are crooked or the jaws are not in proportion, it is time to consult an orthodontist.At IMOI Clinics we carry out a free free first appointment with free CT scan and free dental study .Orthodontics in childhood
As mentioned above, childhood is a good age to start orthodontic treatment because the bones are more flexible and malleable, so they can be moved and corrected more easily.Although the age varies for each child depending on genetics and the type of malformation, orthodontic treatment begins around 11 or 12 years of age on average, once the permanent teeth have erupted and replaced the baby teeth.Types of orthodontics for children
In childhood, the most commonly used appliances are fixed braces or brackets, and removable braces, those that can be taken out. We explain each of these types:- Fixed appliances: They consist of small pieces that are attached to the tooth surface and are joined together by means of archwires. This set of structures transmits information to the tooth about the position it should adopt.
- Removable appliances: These are appliances that, as their name indicates, can be removed. They usually consist of a plastic structure that covers part of the outer palate and is attached to some teeth such as the canines.
Orthodontics in adolescents and adults
Modifications to the jaw bones and teeth become more difficult or slower with increasing age because they become more rigid, but modifications can still be made to them.Orthodontics in adolescence is important to avoid major problems, especially in cases of skeletal problems, since this is a phase with growth peaks.Both in these cases and in adult cases, in addition to traditional metal brackets or removable brackets, there are more aesthetic options for those who wish to undergo orthodontic treatment without it being too noticeable.For this purpose, there are the sapphire brackets or porcelain Invisalign, which imitates the color of tooth enamel, and as the most popular innovation, the Invisalign invisible orthodontics Invisalign invisible braces are transparent and comfortable because they can be removed for eating or cleaning.Would you like more information about this or other dental treatments? Call our IMOI clinics and we will inform you without obligation.At IMOI Barcelona and IMOI Ibiza, we follow editorial principles that guarantee the authenticity of all the information we disseminate. If you are interested in learning more about how we ensure that our content is always up-to-date and accurately supported, we invite you to review our editorial commitment.
This article has been supervised by Dr. Ferran Novell Costa and Dra. Erjona Demiraj, specialists in Dental Health and Dental Aesthetics treatments. Responsible for the treatments provided at IMOI Barcelona and IMOI Ibiza and for the supervision and/or updating of the contents of this blog entry. (7/11/2023). The recommendations described are not generic and do not replace the diagnosis and evaluation of a professional in a dental office. If you want us to clarify any aspect or you want a personalized diagnosis and advice we recommend you to come to our dental clinics.
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