If it persists, they often worry that something is seriously wrong with their child. It makes sense to start thinking about this early, since most kids who need braces get them at age eight or nine, when they don't yet have all their permanent teeth and the jaw is still growing. In recent years, the way that dentists care for children's teeth has changed. There is now a greater emphasis on prevention. Many of the problems of oral disease, including tooth decay, dental cavities and gum disease have been greatly reduced because individuals have been educated about proper oral hygiene.
Varnishes provide another application method particularly suited for young children.
It is usually difficult to know if your child will need orthodontic treatment until your child is 8-12 and their permenant teeth start to come in. We reccomend that you bring your child in to the orthodontist when your child is 8 to evaluate whether treatment will be needed. Copyright 2000 KinderStart. Inc. All rights reserved.