Early Orthodontic Intervention

The Key to a Healthy Smile for Kids Ages 7 to 10

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, starting early can make all the difference. At ATX Braces, we focus on early orthodontic intervention for kids between the ages of seven and ten, offering a variety of solutions tailored to each child’s unique needs. Whether it’s expanders, braces, or Invisalign First, we’re here to guide their dental development every step of the way.

Why Early Intervention Matters

The ages of seven to ten are critical for orthodontic evaluation because your child’s jaw and teeth are still developing. Addressing issues early allows us to:

Guide Jaw Growth: Expanders can help widen the upper jaw to correct bite problems and create space for incoming teeth.

Resolve Spacing and Alignment Issues: Whether it’s too much space, overcrowding, or impacted teeth, early treatment can make corrections while growth is still ongoing.

Correct Bite Problems: Crossbites and other bite issues can impact jaw growth and alignment. Early treatment with braces, expanders, or Invisalign First can prevent more complicated problems later.

What to Expect at Your Child’s Consultation

When you bring your child to ATX Braces for their consultation, we’ll do a full orthodontic evaluation and create a customized treatment plan to determine if treatment is needed now—or if it’s better to wait. Timing is everything when it comes to braces or Invisalign, and our goal is to ensure treatment happens at the optimal time for the best results.

Introducing the ATX Kids Club

For children who may not need immediate treatment, we offer the ATX Kids Club, a complimentary program designed to monitor their growth and development over time. This program allows us to observe how their teeth and jaws are progressing to ensure everything is on track. When the time is right, we can seamlessly begin treatment with braces or Invisalign.

The ATX Kids Club provides:

– Regular check-ups to monitor growth.

– Guidance on the best timing for orthodontic treatment.

– Peace of mind for parents, knowing their child’s dental health is being carefully monitored.

Early Orthodontic Intervention

Why Choose ATX Braces?

At ATX Braces, we’re proud to be a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider, performing more Invisalign treatments than most other orthodontists and dentists in Austin and the surrounding areas. Our team is passionate about creating a welcoming and fun environment for kids while delivering the highest standard of care.

Early orthodontic evaluation and monitoring can set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Contact ATX Braces today to schedule your consultation and learn more about our ATX Kids Club—it’s completely free, and the benefits for your child’s smile are priceless!