Children’s Orthodontic Treatment
Children’s Treatment at ORTHODONTIX
The Australian Society of Orthodontists (ASO) recommends kids see an orthodontist between the ages of six and eight. Treatments to correct jaw growth and certain bite problems, such as underbite have better outcomes when detected early. Solutions such as making room for permanent teeth to come in properly will lessen the chance of future extractions.
WHY GET EARLY ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT?
Some children present early signs of minor orthodontic irregularities. These are often a case of monitoring the situation over time, possibly without intervention.
However, for children who display more severe orthodontic irregularities, early orthodontic treatment can provide many benefits, including reducing the risk of:
- Bruxing
- childhood cavities
- periodontal disease
- speech problems
SIGNS YOUR CHILD MAY NEED EARLY ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
Early or late loss of baby teeth (your child should typically start losing teeth around age five and will have all permanent teeth around age 13).
Difficulty chewing; Openbite, overbite, crossbite, underbite.
Your child continues sucking his or her thumb after age five.
Speech impediments from protruding teeth (the top teeth and the bottom teeth extend away from each other).
Teeth that don’t come together in a normal manner or even at all.
Shifting of the jaw when your child opens or closes his or her mouth (crossbites).
At Orthodontix we are ready to start your children’s journey into a beautiful and healthy smile. Our practices are family-friendly and offer a welcoming environment for patients of all ages.
Our state-of-art technology provides an exciting experience for your child that eases them into this otherwise scary process. Book an assessment with our friendly OTDX team!
Orthodontix Treatment Options
Teenage Treatment
Whether your teenager needs traditional metal braces, Invisalign® or a retainer, we’ll be by your side every step of the way from the initial consultation to the final visit.
Adult Treatment
With advancements in orthodontic treatments, we’re helping more and more adults find solutions for oral problems they’ve had since they were children. In addition to Invisalign® Clear Teeth Aligners, we provide other orthodontic treatments.
About Orthodontix
Our warm and friendly state of the art Orthodontic clinics are located on Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches. Dr Roger Hammond has been fixing smile for over 20 years using the latest technologies available. Assisted by his qualified OTDX team we provide kids, teenagers and adults with the highest level of orthodontic treatment available along with quality personalised care.
We’re changing lives, one smile at a time.
