{"id":154,"date":"2022-10-21T19:58:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-21T19:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/?p=154"},"modified":"2022-11-21T20:12:00","modified_gmt":"2022-11-21T20:12:00","slug":"can-my-child-get-braces-with-baby-teeth-branford","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/21\/can-my-child-get-braces-with-baby-teeth-branford\/","title":{"rendered":"Can My Child Get Braces on Their Baby Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Often, braces are thought of as a treatment for adolescents, teenagers who already have all or most of their permanent teeth. But you may wonder if it is also possible for younger children to undergo orthodontic treatment. In many cases, yes, it is possible and<\/em> recommended for kids to get braces with baby teeth in Branford. This blog post discusses the purpose of such treatment and its benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Phase 1 Orthodontics: The Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When young children get braces<\/a>, they are undergoing what is known as phase 1 orthodontics. In many ways, it is similar to orthodontic treatment for older patients. However, there is one major difference: Because the jaws of younger children are not fully developed, and they do not yet have all of their permanent teeth, an orthodontist has an opportunity to guide the development of these important structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, phase 1 orthodontics may be able to create a wider dental arch, which can allow room for all of the permanent teeth to come in smoothly. It can also increase the chances that the permanent teeth will erupt into their proper places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phase 1 treatment usually starts when a child is between 6 and 9 years old. It may last for 6 \u2013 18 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits of Phase 1 Orthodontic Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You should have your child evaluated for orthodontic issues by the time they turn 7 years old. If they need to undergo orthodontic treatment, several benefits may result:<\/p>\n\n\n\n