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Interceptive Orthodontics

Also known as child orthodontics is prescribed when children have oral conditions which require early intervention to prevent future malocclusion and other orthodontic complications. It is basically the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of orthodontic problems. It begins as early as the age of 6 or 7. These treatments help in guiding jaw growth in children while oral structures are in growing phase.

WHICH CONDITIONS REQUIRE INTERCEPTIVE ORTHODONTICS?

  • Children have certain conditions that require immediate treatment while the child's jaw is still growing and teeth are still developing such as:-
  • Extended use of pacifier
  • Oral habits:- Presistent thumb sucking, tongue thrusting and mouth breathing, nail biting
  • Extremely crowded teeth
  • Open bites, deep bites and crossbites
  • Narrow upper arch
  • Underdeveloped lower jaw
  • Early loss of primary teeth with shift of adult teeth
  • Protruding front teeth
  • Misaligned teeth that are developing out of position