Kids’ Braces in Fredericksburg
Once your child loses their baby teeth, many other dental changes begin to occur! As your neighborhood kids’ orthodontist, Fredericksburg Orthodontics can monitor these developments. Some children may have inconsistencies or adjustment issues that require braces. Kids’ braces are an excellent interceptive treatment option for a straighter, happier smile!
Why Do Kids Get Braces?
While we offer braces for many teens and adults, it’s common for kids as young as seven to begin orthodontic treatment. Kids’ braces are a versatile and preventive solution that can mitigate future oral health issues. We often recommend braces for kids’ teeth that show signs of:
- Thumb sucking.
- Tongue thrusting.
- Mouth breathing.
- Jaw development issues.
- Crowding.
- Crossbite.
- Overbite.
- Underbite.
Does Your Child Need Braces?
Every child’s needs are unique. At Fredericksburg Orthodontics, we pride ourselves on personalized care. When you and your child arrive for their consultation, we’ll examine their teeth and jaw development. We may also ask about genetic concerns. The most common reasons we treat kids with braces are to:
- Simplify future treatment: Your child’s teeth will continue to grow into their late teens. Getting a few brackets on problem areas now can reduce the cost of comprehensive treatment later.
- Mitigate potential issues: Braces can alleviate many orthodontic concerns with tooth or jaw growth. Fixing alignment problems can make eating, speaking and brushing teeth easier for your child.
- Boost self-esteem: Ease the growing pains with a smile your child can be proud of! We help you find an effective, comfortable and discreet treatment method.
Braces Options for Kids’ Teeth
As a tried-and-true orthodontic treatment, braces now have many different looks! You have various options for kids’ braces, depending on your child’s visibility preferences. We understand that every family will have different needs, so we offer the following types of braces:
- Traditional: Metal braces are a time-tested favorite for kids and adults. Your child can even personalize with fun elastic colors!
- Ceramic: Ceramic braces use a clear bracket material to look less noticeable. This method has the same effectiveness as traditional braces with a more discreet appearance.
- Iconix: Like ceramic braces, Iconix is a cosmetic alternative to traditional brackets. Iconix uses champagne-colored brackets and gold archwires.
- Lingual: Lingual braces are a nearly invisible treatment option. These braces lay on the backside of each tooth to straighten and adjust your teeth.
If your child is interested in Invisalign®, we also offer Invisalign First® and Invisalign Teen®!
Trust Fredericksburg Orthodontics for Your Child’s Care
At Fredericksburg Orthodontics, we make it easy to choose the perfect treatment option for your kids. We want you to feel confident in your child’s orthodontic care, so we offer across-the-board pricing options for all kids’ braces. Decide on the best treatment for your needs, not just your budget.
Book a Consultation for Kids’ Braces
To us, there’s no greater joy than seeing your smile. After over 16 years of serving Fredericksburg families, Dr. Almy and Dr. Arroyo-Pratt have corrected over 12,000 smiles. Dr. Almy is an Invisalign® Diamond+ Provider and American Board of Orthodontics-certified. For premier care you can depend on, choose Fredericksburg Orthodontics.
To get started, schedule an appointment online or call 540-227-6998 today!
Experience Matters
Based on her skill and expertise with the Invisalign® teeth straightening system, Dr. Diana Almy is an Invisalign® Diamond+ Provider. That means, Dr. Almy has completed over 10K cases and ranks in the top 1% of all providers in the nation!
