For parents, it's not always easy to know if your child may need orthodontic treatment. Your pediatric dentist should be on the lookout, but watch for these signs:
Early or late loss of baby teeth
A hard time chewing or biting food
Mouth breathing
Finger or thumb sucking
Crowded, misplaced, or blocked teeth
Jaws that pop or make sounds when opening and closingTeeth that come together abnormally, or do not come together at all
Jaws and teeth that are not proportionate to the rest of the face
Crowded front teeth around age seven or eight
While there is no exact age for children to begin orthodontic treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting the orthodontist around age seven. Hampton Roads Pediatric Dentistry will facilitate that introduction and appointment at the right time and age depending on the above factors. Please contact Hampton Roads Pediatric Dentistry to schedule an appointment because early treatment will give your child a healthy, beautiful smile for the future.
About Hampton Roads Pediatric Dentisty:
They work hard to treat our patients the same way that all of us would like to be treated: with respect, professionalism, and sensitivity toward individual needs. Call one of their offices, below, or learn more, at their website.
Newport News 757-240-5711
Williamsburg 757-259-9703
Hampton 757-838-0800
Chesapeake 757-547-2134
Portsmouth 757-397-9801 Virginia Beach 757-495-7866