Orthodontic Treatments in Children

Dental problems can be genetic in children, but often lifestyle factors and environmental factors can also contribute to the formation of dental problems. Some dental problems may also occur as a congenital problem in childhood.

Jaw stenosis can usually be noticed at an early age and can also be detected by parents. Symptoms include mouth breathing, snoring, waking up frequently, dry mouth, and fatigue.

Inability to breathe easily can cause serious problems such as sleep apnea in children. Therefore, as a precaution to be taken for correct breathing, it may be recommended to eliminate the factors that cause nasal congestion or to use drugs that will open the respiratory tract.

Nutrition plays an important role in dental development in children. A regular diet can support the development of healthy teeth and jaws. In addition, regular tooth brushing and dental check-ups are also important for dental health.

Jaw stenosis can cause feeding problems and affect children's development. Jaw stenosis can lead to malnutrition and irregular tooth rows. Besides, it can cause serious health problems such as sleep apnea. Therefore, stenosis of the jaw should be treated at an early age.

Wires and clear aligners are different treatments, but both may be suitable for children. Wires are used with small brackets made of metal or ceramic materials and placed over the teeth. When the wire is attached, the tightness of the wire is adjusted accordingly so that the teeth can move and straighten. The advantage of the wires is that the treatment process can be directed by adjusting them at regular intervals and controlling their tightness. However, braces may require children to put more effort into brushing and cleaning between teeth and can sometimes cause pain.

Transparent plaques are made of a special plastic layer placed on the teeth. Each plate is specially designed to keep the teeth moving. Since the plaques are removable, they are more comfortable for brushing and cleaning. Treatment with plaques often progresses faster

It is not necessary to have all the teeth in the mouth to attach the braces or to start the treatment. In some cases, only a certain stage of the child's dental development is needed to begin treatment. However, having all the teeth in place can help make treatment faster and more effective.

Re-disruption of teeth corrected at an early age is possible in some cases. This is because the teeth may move again or the permanent teeth may begin to erupt. However, the probability of this happening can be reduced depending on factors such as the duration of the treatment, the way the teeth are corrected, and the success of the treatment. In addition, by regularly checking orthodontics, problems that are noticed early can be corrected quickly and the probability of recurrence can be reduced.

The arrival of wisdom teeth can cause the teeth to deteriorate. Because wisdom teeth can often come in front of other teeth, causing the teeth to be compressed and crowding.

There may be some dietary restrictions in children after braces are placed. They may need to avoid especially hard, sticky, and sugary foods. In addition, it should be remembered that sharp and hard foods can also damage the braces.

Headgear and Face Mask are appliances that control the lower and upper jaw back and forth. When used at an early age, it can positively affect the jaw development of children.

Invisalign treatment is a treatment method applied to straighten teeth using transparent, removable plaques. Pricing may vary depending on the duration of the treatment and the complexity of the tooth structure. Therefore, it would be better to consult an orthodontist about pricing.

Conditions that require orthodontic treatment at an early age include early loss of milk teeth, excessive crowding of teeth, jaw disorders and respiratory problems. Identifying and treating these conditions at an early age can prevent more serious problems from occurring. In addition, if treatment is not started at an early age, the duration, difficulty and cost of treatment may increase in later ages. However, every child's situation is different and the treatment plan is determined by the individual needs of the child.

Tooth crookedness can have many causes. However, stenosis of the jaw is one of the most common causes of crooked teeth. Jaw stenosis can occur when the lower or upper jaw is underdeveloped or narrow. This can cause the teeth to clenched and crooked. When the jaws are enlarged, the placement of the teeth can become smoother and help to eliminate the crookedness. However, for ideal treatment, teeth should be corrected with braces or non-wire orthodontics after jaw expansion.

Braces are one of the most common methods of orthodontic treatment, but there are other treatment options for children. For example, clear aligners or colored plaques attached to the teeth can also be used. The use of these options may vary according to the child's dental structure, orthodontic problems and treatment time.

Children may have skeletal, i.e. insufficient growth or overgrowth of the lower or upper jaw, as well as dental, i.e., perplexities and problems caused by non-replaceable teeth at an early age. These can begin to become evident from the age of 6 years. In addition, other dental disorders such as crooked teeth, disorders in the jaw joint, and different sizes and shapes of teeth can also be seen in children.

Orthodontic treatment can be applied at any age, but because children's teeth are not yet fully developed, treatments started at an early age can give more effective results. Since the development of teeth and jaw structure is completed in children aged 7-8, it is recommended to perform the first orthodontic examination at these ages. Interventions at an early age can prevent longer-term treatments by making it easier to correct the crowding in children's teeth.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that children go for their first dental check-up after 6 months, or at the latest at 1 year of age. In this way, the problems of the child's teeth and oral health in the early stages can be detected and necessary measures can be taken.

The duration of orthodontic treatment in children may vary depending on the condition of the teeth and jaw structure, the type of treatment and how early the treatment is started. It usually takes between 1-3 years.

Yes, it is important to have children's teeth checked regularly. Because some dental disorders can only be detected by a specialist orthodontist. Also, detecting dental problems at an early stage can make treatment shorter and less complex.