When is it appropriate for children to have their teeth straightened?

We all know that childhood is the fastest growing stage for teeth, and new teeth will grow out soon after tooth extraction. Some children miss the best time to have their teeth extracted because they are afraid of the pain and get married. By then, the new teeth have already grown out. This situation can easily lead to uneven teeth. Some children are also born with buck teeth. So, when is it appropriate for children to have their teeth straightened? We will answer this worrying question for you right away.

The first period of children's orthodontics: deciduous teeth

Children in this period are more likely to have dental deformities such as underbite (underbite), mandibular protrusion and some bad habits that cause dental deformities. Children's tooth deformities during this period can be corrected through removable orthodontic appliances.

The second period of children's orthodontics: the period of replacement teeth

Many children's dental deformities are caused by retained deciduous teeth, malocclusion, supernumerary teeth, etc. At the same time, the alveolar bone develops faster during the tooth replacement period, so the possibility of children having tooth deformities is also relatively high. The method of orthodontic treatment for children during this period generally involves choosing different braces based on the child's tooth replacement situation.

The third period of children's orthodontics: permanent teeth period

At this time, the child’s deciduous teeth have basically been replaced by permanent teeth, and the alveolar bone has basically taken shape. Therefore, if children have tooth deformities during the permanent tooth period, they should undergo orthodontic treatment in a timely manner, which is also the golden period for orthodontic treatment.

When is it suitable for children to have orthodontic treatment? Parents can take their children to a professional dental hospital for orthodontic treatment according to the three best times mentioned above. Parents whose children are in the stage of replacing teeth should pay close attention to their children's tooth growth. If the children have the bad habits mentioned above in the early stages, they should be corrected in time. Parents can also take their children to the dentist for examination and consultation.