Orthodontics for Children

Can braces, extractions of teeth, chronic headaches, and back pain be prevented?
Through our experience in treating adults with head, neck, and jaw pain or dysfunction, we have learned that many of these disorders can be prevented in childhood.

We offer nonextraction, nonsurgical, and nonbonding treatment techniques.
Our goal is to correct the cranial (head), cervical (neck) and mandibular (jaw) alignment as the child is growing and developing. If intervention is necessary,
between the ages of 4 and 9 is the ideal time. Our treatment includes composite buildups on the child's teeth to guide the permanent teeth as they grow into the correct position. These buildups are readily accepted by children, and cause no discomfort during chewing and speaking.

Additional therapy from an osteopath, chiropractor, physical therapist, or massage therapist is often necessary to help align the rest of the body.

The proper alignment of the head, neck and jaw can allow for better breathing patterns, open up the nasal cavities and decrease sinus infections. It can also minimize the need for orthodontics, correct improper jaw relationships, prevent crooked or crowded teeth, and improve speech patterns and chewing techniques.

When treatment is completed and the buildups are removed, the child has a more ideal swallowing pattern enabling the tongue to act as the ultimate retainer to maintain the improved bite relationship.

The information contained herein has been obtained from a variety of sources. This document is presented to increase awareness of the topic and educate the general public. It is not intended to be an extensive discussion of this subject, or to provide specific treatment guidelines.