Starting orthodontic care early can make all the difference in your child’s dental health. By addressing concerns early on, we can help your child avoid more complicated treatments later, saving time, money, and stress in the future. Early intervention allows us to guide jaw development and tooth eruption during the most crucial stages of growth.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. This allows us to identify potential issues early, while your child’s jaw is still developing, and start treatment at the most effective time.
By catching dental concerns early, we can often prevent the need for more extensive treatment later on. Early intervention helps create a solid foundation for permanent teeth to grow in properly, leading to a more balanced smile and a healthier bite.
Beyond improving your child’s smile, early orthodontic care can offer several long-term benefits:
There are a variety of orthodontic appliances that can be used to help create space for teeth to grow properly, preventing overcrowding and making future alignment easier.
We can address overbites, underbites, and crossbites early, reducing the risk of jaw issues and ensuring a comfortable bite.
If your child has gaps between their teeth, we can guide the eruption of permanent teeth and create a more balanced smile.
Early orthodontic intervention can help improve breathing patterns, which can reduce the risk of sleep issues like snoring or sleep apnea.
Invisalign First is a clear, removable aligner system specially designed for growing children. It’s comfortable, discreet, and offers an easy way to straighten teeth without metal brackets.
These gentle devices help develop wider arch form to create more space in the mouth, which promotes proper tooth alignment and can even improve breathing function.
For children with more complex issues, we provide tailored Phase 1 treatment that addresses immediate concerns and sets the stage for further treatment once all permanent teeth have erupted.
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With flexible payment plans, insurance coordination, and family discounts, achieving your dream smile is within reach.
We believe in providing convenient, high-quality care to patients of all ages. Our team is here to make your smile journey smooth and stress-free.
No down payment is required for patients who start Invisalign treatment on the day of their consultation.
Your time is valuable. At Robinwood Smiles, we prioritize punctual appointments, to ensure minimal wait times.
Schedule a complimentary consultation if you notice crowded teeth, difficulty biting or chewing, mouth breathing, or early/late loss of baby teeth.
Early intervention can significantly reduce treatment complexity later, but some children may still need additional alignment during adolescence.
Treatment typically lasts between 6-15 months, depending on your child’s specific needs.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a visit by age 7. Early evaluation helps us spot issues before they become more complex.
We gladly accept and file claims for most traditional insurance plans, even though we are not in-network with dental insurance providers. To make treatment accessible for your family, we also offer flexible payment options tailored to your needs.
Our gentle approach ensures that treatment is comfortable for your child. Most kids experience only minimal discomfort, which resolves quickly.
In almost all cases - early intervention reduces the difficultly of future orthodontic treatment. However, most children still require a second phase of treatment once all the adult teeth have erupted.
It's essential to follow the prescribed wear schedule for optimal results. If they are worn less than the prescribed 20-22 hours, your child's results may be compromised.
Invisalign Teen is very sports-friendly. It provides protection for sports that don't traditionally utilize a mouth guard. And for sports that do - it is easy to mold the guard to fit over the Invisalign aligners.
Phase I focuses on making room for the eruption of permanent teeth and addressing early bite issues. Phase 2 occurs once permanent teeth have come in and focuses more on ideal tooth alignment and bite correction.
