What is the Right Time for an Orthodontist Check up

One of the most common questions orthodontists are asked is “when is the right time for a checkup for my child?” Even though most people assume orthodontic treatment should be started when their child reaches the pre-teen years, you should have your child evaluated much sooner. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children should have an orthodontic screening by the time they reach 7 years of age. By this age, children typically have a mixture of adult and baby teeth, which makes it the ideal time for an evaluation.

Benefits of Early Evaluation:

Orthodontics for kids allows the doctor to monitor your child’s teeth as they grow and age. This regularly monitoring helps prevent future problems and ensures the heath of your little one’s teeth. Other benefits of orthodontics for kids include:

• Spot subtle problems with emerging teeth and jaw line while baby teeth are still present.
• Identify any potential problems with your child’s bite while the problem is still treatable.
• Early treatment helps prevent more serious health problems and can help make potential treatments later on in life less complicated.
• Achieve positive results that would not have been otherwise possible once the jaws and face stop growing.
• Early evaluation allows the doctor to choose the optimal time for treatment to begin.
• Early evaluation increases the effectiveness of the treatment.

Early treatment gives your orthodontist in Fresno the chance to guide your child’s jaw growth, correct harmful and damaging oral habits, reduce the risk of trauma to their protruded front teeth, guide permanent teeth into the best position and improve the way their lips meet. Overall, early orthodontic treatment improves the appearance and health of your child’s teeth, jaw and bite.

Signs your Child’s Bite Isn’t Right:

Just because your child’s teeth look straight doesn’t mean there isn’t a problem with their bite. Unfortunately, trying to determine whether or not there is a problem can be difficult without the help of a professional. However, there are a few signs you should be on the lookout for that could that could indicate a problem:

• Late or early baby teeth loss
• Breathing through their mouth
• Difficulty biting and chewing
•  Misplaced, blocked-out or crowded teeth
• Thumb sucking
• Jaws are too far back or forward
• Protruding teeth
• Biting the cheek
• Biting into the roof of their mouth
• Grinding teeth
• Clenching teeth
• Lower and upper teeth not meeting or meeting in an unusual way
• Unbalanced facial appearance

If your child is showing any of the signs above, you should setup an appointment with your trusted orthodontist in Fresno to determine whether your child has a potential problem with their teeth, jaw or bite. The doctor will also provide you with the recommended course of action to correct any problems and keep your child happy and healthy.
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Adult Orthodontic Treatment

Adult Treatment

A growing number of adults are replacing teenagers as the stereotypical face of orthodontic treatment. Proper tooth alignment can be achieved at any age, provided your gums and supporting bone structure are healthy. In Lakeville adult orthodontic treatment is available through Dr. George Bardawil. He offers a variety of treatments that are designed for different age groups - including adults. Your journey to an improved smile can begin today.
Adult orthodontic treatment can improve your personal appearance and self-confidence. Improved teeth and gum health is another benefit of treatment. Crooked teeth and an improper bite are contributors to gum and bone loss, tooth decay, abnormal enamel wear, uneven wear of tooth surfaces, headaches and jaw joint (TMJ/TMD) pain.
The advanced techniques and appliances we use are more comfortable today, they require less frequent orthodontic visits, and they provide quicker treatment time. You may even have several treatment methods from which to choose, such as Damon braces, clear or tooth-colored braces or Invisalign ,and Robotic Fast Invisible Braces .
Dr. Bardawil can determine your best treatment based on your individual needs when you visit one of our offices. We also will share our treatment plan recommendations, the estimated amount of time you will be in treatment, and the approximate cost.
Many of our patients are adults, and they all agree that it's never too late to improve their greatest asset - their smile. You've waited long enough-- If you're ready to begin your treatment in our offices.please give us acall.

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You’re Never Too Old to Treat Yourself to a New Smile!

Did you know one in every five orthodontic patients is an adult? We’re living longer and technology is improving, making orthodontic treatment an appealing and safe option for patients of all ages. As the trend toward treatment later in life grows, we’re seeing braces on parents as well as children – and even adult celebrities such as Tom Cruise, Gwen Stefani and Nicholas Cage have shown off their braces. It’s never too late to look and feel your best!
Can Braces Work for Adults?
People of all ages can benefit from orthodontic treatment. The physical process for moving teeth is the same, young or old, which means it’s never too late to address issues such as an overbite or underbite, crooked or crowded teeth, or jaw disorders.
How Do I Get Started?
If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, we’ll make a consultation appointment with you. During this meeting we will perform a general assessment of your oral health, discuss options for treatment, and answer any questions you may have. We will also discuss matters of cost and insurance. The next step is an orthodontic records appointment in which we take x-rays, photos, and an impression of your teeth. This information drives your unique treatment plan.
What Are the Benefits?
Straightening your teeth can improve your smile, your self-esteem, and your dental health. Technologically advanced new treatments make it easier to identify the option that best fits your lifestyle. Modern techniques and materials have made braces and aligners more effective, comfortable and unobtrusive than ever.
If you think you might benefit from orthodontic treatment, give our team a call so we may set up a consultation to determine what type of treatment best meets your needs!

 

Dr.george bardawil -ORTHODONTIST www.drgeorgebardawil.com, info@drgeorgebardawil.com, Invisalign premier provider, speciality clinics center, st maamari,12th floor hamra,beirut lebanon Hamra clinic 961-1-747644 Fanar clinic 961-1-873718 mobile 961-3-542724