Early Prevention

What Is a Functional Appliance? Does My Child Need One?

The field of orthodontics is full of confusing, unfamiliar terminology. In an effort to help our patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options, we’re discussing some of the more commonly used terms in several of our posts. Today we are talking about functional appliances. One might think any appliance used in orthodontics would be functional,

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When Should My Child See An Orthodontist?

It’s not unusual to associate orthodontics with adolescence or older children. Plenty of teens wear braces and visit their orthodontist regularly. An orthodontist, however, should be a part of your child’s oral health from a young age, even before adult teeth begin to erupt. By seeing an orthodontist early, you are potentially eliminating any risk

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