Mississauga | (905) 949-6688

Brampton | (905) 789-8888

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Mississauga | (905) 949-6688

Brampton | (905) 789-8888

According to the Canadian Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment for children should start at around age seven. Dr. Eckler, Dr. Leung and Dr. Black can evaluate your child’s orthodontic needs early on to see if orthodontic treatment is recommended for your son or daughter.

Below, we answer common questions parents may have about the benefits of early childhood orthodontics.

What does early orthodontic treatment mean?

Early orthodontic treatment usually begins when a child is eight or nine years old. Typically known as Phase One, the goal here is to correct bite problems such as an underbite, as well as guide the jaw’s growth pattern. This phase also helps make room in the mouth for teeth to grow properly, with the aim of preventing teeth crowding and extractions later on.

Does your child need early orthodontic treatment?

The characteristics and behavior below can help determine whether your little one needs early treatment.

What are the benefits of seeking orthodontic treatment early?

Jaw bones do not harden until children reach their late teens. Because children’s bones are still pliable, corrective procedures such as braces are easier and often faster than they would be for adults.

Early treatment at our Mississauga and Brampton office can enable your child to avoid lengthy procedures, extraction, and surgery in adulthood. Talk with Dr. Eckler, Dr. Leung and Dr. Black today to see if your child should receive early orthodontic treatment.