Orthodontics is a unique dental specialty that focuses on both the dental and facial components of a person’s development. Orthodontics does more than just straighten teeth to provide a balanced bite and beautiful smile. The goal of orthodontics… is to bring the teeth, lip contours and jaws into proper alignment and achieve an esthetic facial balance. These changes will enhance a person’s self-esteem and self-confidence to improve the quality of life. Our mission… is to strive to provide total patient satisfaction with quality orthodontics and exceptional service that is second to none!
Orthodontic treatment can be provided for children and adults. For a child, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends seeing an orthodontist for a checkup as early as age seven, or any time a particular problem is noted by the parent or family dentist. Also, though treatment will not necessarily be started at this age, early warning signs can be determined and evaluated. If needed, the child will be placed on a recall schedule so that the optimum time for treatment to begin may be planned. For adults, regardless of age, orthodontic treatment is always an option and if necessary will provide improved health of your teeth, gums and supporting bone while at the same time improving your smile and appearance.
THE IMPORTANT OF TREATMENT – Crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain and in time may contribute to tooth decay, gum disease and eventual tooth loss. Malocclusions (bad bites) also result in excessive wear of tooth surfaces, difficulty in chewing, gum disease and damage to the supporting bond. Misalignment of the teeth and jaws can seriously affect the jaw joints and sometimes result in acute or chronic pain of the face, head and neck (TMJ problems). When left untreated, many orthodontic problems become worse with time.