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How Orthodontics Can Prevent Future Dental Problems: Insights from Dr. Mingus

Are you concerned about your child’s dental health? Are you wondering if orthodontics may be able to prevent future dental problems? Dr. Mingus of the Dental Center has helped countless families with their child’s dental health, and is happy to provide the insights you need.

Understanding Orthodontics and Dental Health

Orthodontic treatments involve the alignment of the teeth and jaws to improve their health and functionality. This can prevent a number of future dental problems and can benefit patients of all ages.

The period from seven to eleven years of age is an important stage of dental development for children. This is the optimal time for diagnostic orthodontic evaluation to determine if orthodontic treatment is indicated. Dr. Mingus recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7 or at the first sign of a potential problem.

Preventing Future Dental Problems

Orthodontic treatment can correct such problems as crowded or overlapping teeth, an overbite, an underbite, or a crossbite. In addition to improving the appearance and functionality of the bite, orthodontic treatment can prevent a number of future dental problems, including temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), tooth aversions, gum disease, facial lacerations, and even eroded and damaged teeth.

Once the orthodontic problem has been corrected, regular dental hygiene practices, including thorough regular brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups, will keep the teeth and gums healthy.

The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Treatment

Early orthodontic treatment typically takes less time to complete and is less invasive. It can also result in better outcomes than later treatment. By starting orthodontic treatment now, you can prevent many future dental problems and ensure a better future for your child’s dental health.

Why Trust the Dental Center?

The professionals at the Dental Center have many years of experience providing superior dental care to families. In addition to providing orthodontic treatment, the Dental Center offers dental checkups, cleanings, fillings, and extractions, as well as custom sports mouthguards and smile-boosting teeth whitening treatments.

The Dental Center is dedicated to providing personalized care to each patient, and continually seeks to stay on top of the latest technological advances. This approach ensures that all our patients receive the most up-to-date treatments and care.

Conclusion

Orthodontic treatment can prevent a number of future dental problems and can benefit patients of all ages. Dr. Mingus recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age seven, and the Dental Center offers a full range of orthodontic and dental services. By choosing The Dental Center, you can be sure that your family will receive the best care available. Don’t wait any longer – contact The Dental Center today for a no-obligation orthodontic evaluation.