Children's Orthodontics
The general purpose of the pediatric orthodontics branch within the scope of preventive dentistry is to prevent orthodontic problems that may occur in children. Pediatric orthodontics also ensures that the teeth regain their healthy structure and aesthetic appearance with simple treatments. It is recommended that the first examination in pediatric orthodontics be performed at the age of 7. Treatments based on the diagnosis made as a result of the examination prevent the child from encountering many different orthodontic problems as they grow up. With simple precautions, orthodontic disorders in the child can be stopped without the need for braces or a palate.
Pediatric orthodontic treatment helps in the development of children’s jaws, ensures that the teeth are in the correct positions, and corrects any crooked teeth. Elit Istanbul Medical Center provides services in the field of pediatric orthodontics with its expert orthodontist staff at the Oral and Dental Health Center.
In what cases should an orthodontist be consulted?
- If the child has crooked, mispositioned or unerupted teeth
- If the child has a jaw positioned too far forward or backward
- If the child has habits such as cheek biting, lip biting, thumb sucking and nail biting
- If the child’s lower and upper teeth do not touch or close abnormally
- If the child has an unbalanced facial appearance
- If the child’s milk teeth fall out early
- If the child’s milk teeth have not fallen out when it is time for the permanent teeth to erupt
- If the child is mouth breathing
Pediatric Orthodontic Treatment Types
- Checks regarding the eruption of teeth
- Treatment of rotten teeth
- Extraction of necessary milk teeth
- Fixed and movable appliances with jaw expander palate
- Braces treatment