{"id":953,"date":"2019-11-27T09:29:02","date_gmt":"2019-11-27T14:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pointedentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=953"},"modified":"2019-11-27T09:29:04","modified_gmt":"2019-11-27T14:29:04","slug":"best-time-for-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.pointedentalgroup.com\/blog\/best-time-for-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"When is the Best Time for Braces for My Child?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Orthodontic treatment is often considered a way to correct\nissues with tooth alignment and bites. But its real power is in preventing\nthose issues from developing in the first place! It all depends on when you get\nbraces. But what is the best time for braces? And if your child needs\northodontic treatment, when is the best time to have them get their braces to\nminimize stress with starting this journey towards improved dental health?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read on to learn more about the best age and time of year to\nget braces for your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s the Best Age for a Child to Get Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Orthodontic\nissues are treatable at nearly any age<\/a>. It\u2019s why adults with braces are\nmore common every day! But most orthodontic issues arise during early\ndevelopment in a person\u2019s life, and those developments affect them for the rest\nof their life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best time for braces in someone\u2019s life is around the\nearly childhood ages, between 8-11 years old. This helps guarantee all their\npermanent teeth have erupted while still allowing time to correct developing\nissues with the jaw or teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, some children\ncan be good candidates for two-phase orthodontics<\/a>, which can begin as early\nas age six or seven! In two-phase orthodontics, treatment is started early to\nintercept problems your child\u2019s orthodontist identified before they can begin\nto cause problems. Orthodontic issues like overcrowding, misalignment or crooked\nteeth are often caught during early orthodontic appointments<\/a> and treatable\nbefore causing problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is the Best Time of Year for My Child\u2019s Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your child has been diagnosed with an orthodontic issue\nthat requires braces, you may be wondering if there\u2019s a best time for their\ntreatment to start. While the best time is typically \u201cas soon as possible,\u201d you\ncan sometimes delay braces if it\u2019s nearing the summertime, which is often\nconsidered the best time for braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No School Helps Your Child Adjust<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Starting any orthodontic treatment<\/a>\nrequires time to adjust. Whether using Invisalign<\/a>,\ntraditional metal braces or any other types of braces, they can feel awkward at\nfirst! You can avoid combining the stress of school and braces by giving them\nplenty of time to adjust over the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It doesn\u2019t take long for children to acclimate to\ntheir new braces<\/a>. After a few weeks in the summer, they\u2019ll be experts at\ntaking care of their braces and avoiding foods or behavior that could damage\ntheir teeth, brackets or wires. When the new school year comes around, they\u2019ll\nhave one less thing to worry about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fewer Extracurricular Activities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another benefit of the summer months is the lack of\nextracurricular activities and fewer organized sports. While your son or\ndaughter will be out and about with their friends, they\u2019re less likely to be\nparticipating in football, basketball or band \u2013 activities that require special\nattention to their orthodontic appliances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orthodontic mouthguards do exist, and it\u2019s certainly\npossible to play a musical instrument with braces. However, like general school\nlife, it will be easier for your child to adjust when they\u2019re not also dealing\nwith concerns about starting orthodontic treatment at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Better Control Over Their Diet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s true that you can pack their lunch, many families\nopt to let their children buy school lunches. Additionally, schools often have\nvending machines that allow students to purchase a quick snack between classes\nor as a treat during lunchtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the summer, when your kids are home for meals, you have\na lot more control over their diet. You can play a role to help them avoid\nfoods that are bad for braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Keep Your Smile Healthy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We want to help you maintain good oral health and a\nbeautiful smile. Regular teeth cleaning and dental check-ups are an important\npart of your routine, just like brushing and flossing. Schedule an appointment\nwith us or call and take the first step toward keeping your smile radiant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grosse Pointe Farms:<\/strong> (313) 881-2480<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shelby Township:<\/strong> (586) 803-8300<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss a thing! Connect with us on <\/strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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