Orthodontics Braces Richmond

Adults choose orthodontics for many reasons such as to improve their image and self-confidence, treat dental problems such as a poor bite or crowded teeth. When teeth are crowded they are harder to clean and the gums can become inflamed and even painful. Sometimes this may result in severe periodontal problems causing your teeth to become mobile and even result in tooth loss. Orthodontic treatment can prevent or even improve these dental issues from getting worse.

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Adult orthodontics is not only about aesthetics and enhancing your smile but improving the overall function and keeping your teeth for life.

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Children's Braces & Orthodontics

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A child's first orthodontic check-up should be from the age of 7, especially if parents have concerns about their child's teeth and facial development. Growth in a child is such an important aspect of children's orthodontics, so the sooner the appointment the better as this will detect early problems and a suitable treatment can be devised.

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Depending how complicated your treatment is will determine how long your treatment will take. Early orthodontics (interceptive treatment) is usually when your child has mixed dentition, adult and baby teeth. This can take 3 to 9 months. Fixed braces are usually recommended around the ages of 11-12 in girls and 12-13 in boys and typically last 18-24 months.

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Having braces as a teenager will treat all abnormalities of the bite, teeth and jaw. The effects of orthodontic treatment are so significant that it will help avoid dental problems later in your child's adult life.