When to take my child to the dentist?

When to take my child to the dentist

One of the most frequent questions for parents regarding the oral health of their children is when to take their children to the dentist. A periodic and early review from the age of two is key to prevent possible pathologies in the future.

A child orthodontic treatment on time is essential to save on costs and time. In any case, it is a priority to analyze and study each case individually, in order to carry out treatments according to the needs of each child.

At Gross Dentistas Málaga we are specialists in children’s orthodontic treatments. We have been working with children for many years and we must recognize that the results have always been optimal and satisfactory. For this reason, we recommend that all parents take their child to the orthodontist to ensure a healthy lifestyle.

At what age should one go to the orthodontist for the first time?

It is true that orthodontic treatments have often been linked to younger ages. However, more and more, we are seeing children wearing braces. But the big question is… At what age is it advisable to go to the orthodontist for the first time?

As we have commented previously, each case is particular. There is the possibility that there are children who need orthodontic treatments from 6 and 7 years old. Therefore, this would be the right age to start taking your child to the orthodontic specialist for the first time.

The explanation is very simple, at these ages is when the first permanent teeth begin to appear.

However, the recommended age to begin child orthodontic treatment ranges between 11 and 13 years for girls, and 12 and 14 years for boys, since this is when, in general, they have permanent teeth.

It is also important to note that many children need, depending on their problem, another type of appliance: a fixed or removable dental expander, removable appliances to correct maxillary postures, other preventives to guide the teeth to their correct position, etc.

Benefits of the first visit to the orthodontist

Going to the dentist at 6 or 7 years may be more beneficial than it seems at first, since thanks to the orthodontist checking that there is enough space in the maxilla and that the growth of the permanent teeth is correct, it is achieved: that crowding does not occur, malocclusions are avoided, cavities and the tendency to trauma are prevented, and correct facial development of the child is allowed.

Interceptive appliance

Before the appearance of the first permanent tooth, only early, interceptive or preventive treatments were allowed. Its use is used to combat and correct children’s deforming habits, abnormal positions of the tongue, prolonged use of the pacifier, fingers in the mouth at an early age, among others.

Children’s appliance orthotics

Parallel to the orthodontic process, there are orthopedic appliances that are used to achieve an adequate relationship between the jaws and other complementary actions to orthodontic treatment. These devices can be: circuit breakers, masks, etc.

In any case, the professional will be in charge of giving the treatment guidelines.

Gross Dentists specializing in children’s orthodontics

At Gross Dentistas, you will have the best specialists in children’s orthodontics, whatever the particular situation of your child. In our clinic we carry out the pertinent studies to diagnose and treat each individual oral pathology.

If when reading this post about when to take your child to the dentist for the first time you have any questions, you need more information or a budget, contact us with our dental clinic in Malaga.

At Gross Dentista we help you improve or maintain your child’s oral health!

Ortodoncista Dra. Concha Gross de Bethencourt

Ortodoncista especializada en el sistema de ortodoncia invisible, extensa trayectoria profesional y un gran número de pacientes satisfechos con los resultados obtenidos tras la finalización de su tratamiento.

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