Posted on February 7, 2018
There’s an old saying, “Kids don’t come with instruction books,” and sadly – it’s true. Chelian Orthodontics, your Nashua Orthodontist, knows the thought of braces for your child might be daunting. It is a big decision and investment. To help alleviate some stress with the unknown, we’re sharing some helpful information for all the parents who feel lost when it comes to providing the best orthodontic care for your kids.
Visiting an orthodontist early – starting at the age of 7 – can sometimes provide early care that can prevent or lessen the time your child needs braces later in life – like during their teenage years when they want them the least.
The question is: how do you know if your child, who’s teeth may seem straight as an arrow, needs to see an orthodontist? Simply put, your child should see an orthodontist even if they don’t have any problems with their teeth.
Chelian Orthodontics in Nashua and Danvers always gets asked “When is my child ready for braces?” The simple answer is it depends. The explanation is that each mouth develops at difference paces and no two are alike.
We can’t give a certain date, but early check-ins on jaw growth and monitoring your child’s progress helps us identify the right time to start treatment. For now, here are some common signs that should prompt you to make an appointment.
If you answered yes to one or more of the statements above, consider reaching out to us for an evaluation. By getting regular dental growth check-ups with Dr. Chelian, we can determine the best time to begin treatment if it is necessary. To help keep your child on track with orthodontic growth check-ups, Dr. Chelian has a super cool Kid’s Club. By enrolling your child, he or she will receive FREE dental growth check-ups every six months and some other awesome prizes!
Moral of this story: What you can fix now, will make tomorrow a lot easier to fix. And a lot less expensive!
Chelian Orthodontics offers complimentary consultations in our two offices: Nashua and Danvers. We conduct a full exam and discuss the process of getting started with braces. If you’d like to schedule an initial exam with Dr. Chelian, please click here!
29 Riverside Street,Nashua, NH 03062603-882-6100
142 Brimbal Avenue, Ste 3,Beverly, MA 01915978-774-8266
