Orthodontic treatment

Orthodontic treatment,i.e. the treatment of irregular or protruding teeth is possible at any age.
It is not restricted to around 12yrs.

Always consult an experienced Orthodontist preferably from a reputed institution and NOT a Dentist.
ORTHODONTIST is a specialist who has the degree of M.D.S. in ORTHODONTICS.

The biggest misconception of Orthodontic treatment is that treatment should only begin when all the
permanent teeth are visible in the mouth.This is the advice given by many dentists and orthodontists.
With due respect this is an obsolete advice.
Treatment begun at 12 yrs + normally needs extractions of normal healthy permanent teeth.
If there is a developing Orthodontic problem in the child it will start at birth.

7 years is the right age to start addressing the anomaly.This is when the child is in the pre -pubertal
stage of growth.

The beginning of treatment has no co -relation with the presence of milk teeth,but is related to the
jaw bones.

The American Association Of Orthodontists recommends the right age to begin Orthodontic treatment is 7
years.

The moment you(The Parents)see that your childs teeth are getting irregular or are beginning to jut
out you must seek the advice of an Orthodontist .
The same is true for for developing asymmetry of face and jaws.

Starting treatment at at around 7 years has great advantages.

So parents please do not wait, but seek professional help immediately.

Dr. Mukkesh Jetley
Sr.Consultantant Orthodontist