The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic check-up by age 7. At Crown Dental Group, we specialize in Early Interceptive Orthodontics (Phase 1 Treatment). By monitoring your child's jaw growth and tooth eruption early, we can often prevent more serious problems from developing later in life.

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Why Start Early?

Early treatment isn't always about putting braces on right away. It allows us to:

• Guide proper jaw growth to accommodate incoming permanent teeth.

• Correct harmful oral habits like thumb-sucking.

• Use simple appliances like Space Maintainers to save room for adult teeth.

• Reduce the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my 7-year-old need braces?
Not necessarily. An evaluation simply allows us to monitor growth. If treatment is needed, it is often shorter and simpler when started at the right time.

What is Phase 1 treatment?
This is limited treatment (using expanders or partial braces) before all permanent teeth have erupted, aiming to correct structural jaw issues early.