Is Your Child Too Young For Braces? Maybe Not.

Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics, Patient Education

Have we recommended that your child be evaluated for orthodontic treatment, and you are concerned that they are too young for braces? Long gone are the days when only teenagers wore braces. In fact, patients as young as seven can begin orthodontic treatment, and we are happy to treat patients well into adulthood. Due to advancements in orthodontic technology as well as greater knowledge of what is successful, procedures have changed over time. More patients than ever are receiving early orthodontic treatment. This is beneficial for many reasons. Read on to learn more.

What You Can Eat With Braces and What You Should Avoid

Clear Braces, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

Are you or a loved one planning to get braces in the near future? It can be overwhelming at first, determining which foods are safe to eat with braces and which foods should be avoided. Unfortunately, some of your favorite foods may be on the “do not eat” list, and for the safety of your braces and your treatment plan, we recommend holding off on eating those foods while you are wearing your braces. There are also foods that we suggest having on hand when you get your braces for the first time or the first few days after an adjustment when your teeth and gums may be a little tender.

Why Choose Us For Orthodontic Services?

Clear Braces, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we are proud to offer quality dental care for the whole family. Not only do we offer a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry services, but we are also proud members of the IAO, or International Association for Orthodontics. This means that we offer a variety of orthodontic services in our office as well. You might be wondering why you would use your family dentist as your orthodontist, and we would love to share some benefits of receiving orthodontic care in our office.

Importance Of Proper Arch Development

General Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics, Patient Education

Parents want what is best for their children in every way. Many parents are well aware of the specific milestones that children should reach during the first eighteen months of life. However, there are several important growth and development factors that must be evaluated in each child during the first decade of life. Surprisingly, it is the dentist who becomes the guardian of normal facial growth and development for young children to achieve the following:

Have You Considered Braces As An Adult?

Clear Braces, Cosmetic Dentistry, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

Have you ever been embarrassed by a misaligned smile or crooked teeth? If you’re thinking about braces, does a teenager with a mouth of metal brackets and wire come to mind? Well, teenagers are no longer the only people with braces. In fact, people of all ages are getting braces to help them improve the look and function of their teeth. Read on to find out more.

Straighter Teeth At Any Age

Clear Braces, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

Do you think you missed the boat on having straighter teeth or a better aligned smile now that you are an adult? When you think of braces do you only think of teenagers wearing a mouth full of metal? We want you to know that even as an adult, you can improve the alignment of your teeth and bite using orthodontics. What’s more, you also have options other than metal for braces, including ceramic and clear.

The Case For Early Orthodontic Treatment

Clear Braces, Kewaskum Family Dentistry, Orthodontics

As your child’s teeth start to come in, you may notice overcrowded or crooked teeth or that they have an over or underbite. Don’t assume you can wait until they are in their early teens to see an orthodontist. By 7 years old, recommend your child be seen if they are showing signs of orthodontic issues. The chances of correcting overcrowding or a misaligned bite are greater (and treatment is less costly) when orthodontic treatments begin at a younger age.