Orthodontics for Kids
As your child grows and develops, he or she should see a Orthodontist who specializes in orthodontics for children. Orthodontic Associates can help your child grow up with a set of straight, healthy teeth.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child should start seeing an orthodontist at the age of seven, because your child’s teeth and skeletal structure are continually changing and can require treatments to correct. We make it easy to bring your child in for regular growth and development visits. We do not even charge for these visits unless treatment is required.
Throughout growth and development visits we can also help identify bad oral habits, like thumb-sucking, dependence to pacifiers past age one and tongue thrust habits. These habits past a very young age can become damaging to your child’s teeth and oral bite.
Once your child is old enough, we may recommend Invisalign treatment or modern braces to align his bite and straighten his teeth for a healthier, more beautiful smile.
Advantages of Early Treatment
Orthodontics for Kids
As your child grows and develops, he or she should see a Orthodontist who specializes in orthodontics for children. Orthodontic Associates can help your child grow up with a set of straight, healthy teeth.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child should start seeing an orthodontist at the age of seven, because your child’s teeth and skeletal structure are continually changing and can require treatments to correct. We make it easy to bring your child in for regular growth and development visits. We do not even charge for these visits unless treatment is required.
Throughout growth and development visits we can also help identify bad oral habits, like thumb-sucking, dependence to pacifiers past age one and tongue thrust habits. These habits past a very young age can become damaging to your child’s teeth and oral bite.
Once your child is old enough, we may recommend Invisalign treatment or modern braces to align his bite and straighten his teeth for a healthier, more beautiful smile.
Advantages of Early Treatment
A SMILE STORY
When Emily Pearson was is first grade, her classmates nicknamed her “beaver teeth,” because her front teeth stuck out poorly. Bravely, she would put on a smile each day and laugh with her friends, but she was deeply hurting inside.
“One day after school, I cried and told my mom all that happened,” said Emily. “I was bawling. That’s when my mom knew that I needed braces.”
At age seven, we put braces on Emily, and were very excited to play a part in her journey toward a more confident smile. Surprisingly, even her friends at school were curious about her braces and jealous that she had braces perfecting her teeth and they didn’t.
Emily started to notice positive changes in her smile quickly, and her confidence grew.
“Once I got them off in middle school, people thought my teeth were beautiful,” said Emily. “I get compliments on my smile all the time.”
With her newfound confidence and beautiful smile to match, Emily wants to encourage other kids starting their orthodontic treatment.
“In the end, your teeth will look wonderful and you will feel more confident,” said Emily. “The people at Orthodontics Associates care for you and want to make you look your best.”
It was a happy smile check-up for Luka and her mom with Dr. Archer! 😄
A couple years ago, Luka completed Phase 1 braces to create space for her adult teeth to come in properly. At today’s visit, we checked her growth and development — and she’s right on track. Phase 2 is coming soon!
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Dr. Archer and our OKC May Team are your ultimate "Ortho Squad!" Ready to help you love your smile and give you the confidence boost you need! 👍️ 😄
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What age should my child first see an orthodontist?
Dr. Archer and Dr. Amy discuss the best age for an evaluation and how early treatment planning can set the foundation for a confident, healthy smile.
💙 The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7.
💙 In most cases, treatment does not begin at age 7. However, early evaluation allows us to monitor your child’s growth and smile development every 6 months — at no cost to you.
💙 Proactive monitoring helps identify potential concerns early and determine the right timing for treatment, if and when it’s needed.
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Dr. Theobald, Dr. Power, and Dr. Archer loving on their animals—Howie, Luna Mae, and Crosby—on National Pet Day! You can follow @miss.lunamae on Instagram! 🐶😺
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Does orthodontics change face shape?
Orthodontic treatment, braces or Invisalign aligners, can improve balance, symmetry, and a patient`s profile.
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Your smile is connected to your whole-body health. Straight teeth are easier to clean, provide healthy gums, and help your bite function properly.
Celebrate World Health Day by choosing to love your smile! 🌎✨
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