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Importance of orthodontics in kids:

Thinking about your child and whether orthodontic treatment might be needed at some point?

You’ve come to the right place; Orthodontic treatment can be a very important part of your child’s oral health care. The purpose of orthodontic treatment in kids is to create a healthy, functional “bite,” which is part tooth alignment and part jaw position. Orthodontic treatment will help your child bite and chew, and contribute to clear speech. When teeth function properly, they tend to look nice. Self-confidence and self-esteem of children also improve as orthodontic treatment brings teeth, lips and face into proportion. Untreated orthodontic problems can become worse, and more difficult to treat as a child gets older. Untreated problems may lead to tooth decay, gum disease, broken front teeth and loss of bone tissue that holds teeth in place.