Adolescent Treatment

By age 12, most (if not all) permanent teeth should be in place, allowing your orthodontist to detect crooked teeth, bad bites, gaps, and other concerns. Orthodontic problems rarely correct themselves, making the adolescent and teen years an ideal time to seek orthodontic treatment for your child.

Known as Phase II orthodontic treatment, adolescent treatment involves placing braces on the patient’s teeth once their permanent teeth have erupted. Braces straighten the permanent teeth and finish correctly aligning the patient’s jaw.

Because children at this stage of life are growing rapidly, we can usually take advantage of these growth spurts to help shape the patient’s teeth and bite correctly. Preteens and teenagers also have high metabolisms, which can help reduce any discomfort and shorten their overall treatment time.

For many preteens and teenagers, wearing braces is a rite of passage. Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child the smile of a lifetime and boost their self-confidence for many years to come!