Albany Orthodontics

Although early orthodontic treatment won't be needed for all youngsters, taking your child to see an orthodontist between the ages of 7-10 will give the orthodontist a chance to assess the alignment of your child's teeth and jaws and determine if and when, early intervention is indicated.

Orthodontists are highly trained to pinpoint a child's orthodontic problems from a young age, even if they are subtle, and they can start correcting some problems to avoid potential long term issues.Untreated malocclusions can result in a variety of problems. Crowded teeth are more difficult to properly brush and floss, which may contribute to tooth decay and/or gum disease.