Orthodontic Treatment

Phase I (or Early Preventative) Treatment

You may be thinking “my child does not have all their teeth, it’s too early for braces.” The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that your child see an orthodontist as early as age 7! Why? While your child’s smile could look great, there may be other issues that an orthodontist is trained to see. Issues like those listed, can often be corrected while your child is still growing.

  • Crossbite

  • Malocclusion (or bad bite)

  • Mouth breathing

  • Grinding or clenching of teeth

  • Thumb or finger habit

  •  Speech difficulties

  • Biting the cheek or roof of mouth

These and many other issues are best addressed before your child quits growing and before all their permanent teeth are present. If you notice any of these issues or would like to be sure there are no concerns with your child’s teeth, please call the office for your free consultation today!

Phase II

Its time for braces! Or perhaps Invisalign! Either way, Dr. Chris Cusimano has the experience to give you that picture perfect smile! Come in for your free consultation to find out which option Dr. Cusimano feels is best for you. We use the latest technology to give you the best result. Whether you are 12 or 62, you can have the smile of your dreams.

While it is recommended that we see your child at the age of 7 initially, kids are usually not ready for braces until they are between 12 -15 years old. This is when they usually have all their permanent teeth and are ready to transform their smile into their dream smile!

More and more adults are considering orthodontic treatment. This is an incredibly positive step for adults. Not only are they able to improve the looks of their smile, but more importantly, as we age, periodontal disease becomes more likely. Having straight teeth that are easy to clean and maintain can help prevent the start or progression of periodontal disease. We do recommend, if you are experiencing periodontal disease issues, please be sure to have approval from dentist or periodontist prior to starting orthodontic treatment.