Parents can aid in comfortable, productive orthodontic dental care near Lapeer
A bit of anxiety about wearing braces is common and very understandable. Kids may have heard that they cannot eat a variety of foods or that they will be in constant pain as their teeth are straightened. For many, the concern is how they will look or feel about themselves with braces on their teeth. When planning orthodontic treatment, our dental team is happy to answer any questions and to do what we can to tailor care to the needs and expectations of our patients in the Lapeer area.
Metropolitan Dental Center offers a wide range of services in our Waterford office, including preventative, restorative, and cosmetic care. Families working with our team benefit from the continuity of care with familiar faces.
In addition to planning treatment according to the specific needs of each patient, we also offer suggestions on how parents can support their children in the achievement of their healthiest smile with orthodontic care.
In instances where it seems beneficial, your dentist may recommend specific pre-emptive treatment to resolve discrepancies in the oral structure. Taking early measures increases the effectiveness of later orthodontic treatment.
There need not be reason to suffer through intolerable orthodontic treatment. Straightening the teeth is a process that will provide lifelong benefits. Wearing braces can actually be exciting, especially when comfort is protected.
Call Metropolitan Dental Center at to learn what orthodontic method will best suit your needs.
Metropolitan Dental Center offers a wide range of services in our Waterford office, including preventative, restorative, and cosmetic care. Families working with our team benefit from the continuity of care with familiar faces.
In addition to planning treatment according to the specific needs of each patient, we also offer suggestions on how parents can support their children in the achievement of their healthiest smile with orthodontic care.
Get a jump-start on alignment
Braces were, at one time, seen primarily in the teenage smile. The principals of orthodontics, however, are applicable and very effective on younger patients. Evaluation for misalignment can begin as early as six or seven years of age. During early examinations, we monitor not only the teeth but also the development of the oral structure as a whole. With in-depth investigation, we are better able to detect irregularities that may point to future orthodontic needs. These include habits like thumb sucking or tongue thrusting, the underdevelopment of the upper or lower jaw, and the variety of bite issues, such as underbite or overbite.In instances where it seems beneficial, your dentist may recommend specific pre-emptive treatment to resolve discrepancies in the oral structure. Taking early measures increases the effectiveness of later orthodontic treatment.
Specific measures to improve comfort through conventional orthodontic care
One of the issues that causes anxiety in orthodontic patients is that of discomfort. Orthodontic treatment of any kind is designed to move teeth. As such, there is bound to be a bit of discomfort through the process. We do what we can to alleviate potential problems by discussing ways to avoid pain. For instance, brackets have sharp edges. These edges and corners can catch on lips and cheek tissue, causing injury or pain. An easy way to eliminate the risk of injury is to place dental wax over brackets. Wax is discreet and will stick well to brackets, buffering blunt edges and facilitating comfort. Over time, most patients notice that their tendency to get caught on brackets and wires decreases as oral tissues become accustomed to the appliances on teeth.There need not be reason to suffer through intolerable orthodontic treatment. Straightening the teeth is a process that will provide lifelong benefits. Wearing braces can actually be exciting, especially when comfort is protected.
Call Metropolitan Dental Center at to learn what orthodontic method will best suit your needs.