Ortho Screenings in Cromwell

Sometimes a dentist may notice that a child’s baby teeth appear crowded, or that the relationship between the upper and lower teeth isn’t quite ideal. While treatment doesn’t usually begin this young, an early evaluation helps you prepare for the possibility of future corrective care. As permanent teeth begin to appear, typically around age 6, our team monitors the situation closely and helps you decide if early orthodontic treatment makes sense for your child.

Why Early Screening Matters

Although many orthodontic patients are teenagers, braces occasionally play a role earlier in a child’s development. Since permanent teeth are usually larger than baby teeth, a device called a palatal expander may be used to create additional room, allowing adult teeth to move into place correctly and helping avoid more extensive treatment down the road.

A narrow jaw or a significant overbite can present a similar challenge. Gently guiding jaw growth while a child is still developing can make a meaningful difference later on. Once growth stops during the teen years, surgery sometimes becomes the only corrective option, a scenario we aim to help families avoid whenever possible.

The Usual Treatment Track

Many children benefit from orthodontic treatment after their baby teeth have fallen out and permanent teeth have grown in, with treatment length commonly falling around two years. Orthodontic treatment can resolve nearly every bite issue, but success depends heavily on good patient compliance, including wearing elastic bands consistently, keeping follow-up appointments, and maintaining excellent home care. Frequent preventive visits with our hygiene team during treatment also help avoid staining and cavities around brackets.

Unicorn Dental Group specializes in helping our orthodontic patients achieve a successful outcome: a healthy, confident smile that lasts. If you have questions about your child’s dental development or would like to schedule a screening, contact us at (860) 635-3993.