Coming to see us for a first visit around age 7 is a great way to get your child’s smile off to a bright start. Often, a child will not need braces until the teen years, but an initial consultation helps us see how your child’s teeth and jaw are forming, so we can create the best future plan for orthodontic care. If any early adjustments are needed, we can make them at just the right time, before your child’s jaw is fully developed, and help to prevent issues that might arise later. When your child is ready for braces, you’ll have a variety of options to choose from that make orthodontic care easier and a little more fun than ever before.
Benefits of Early Treatment
Most of us think braces are for straightening teeth, but braces are accomplishing a whole lot more. Braces align teeth for a beautiful, straight smile, as well as align the teeth and jaw so that actions such as chewing and speaking do not cause pain. Many kids experience bite misalignments or overcrowding, which if not treated properly during the formative years, can cause pain and health issues in adulthood. Early diagnosis and treatment, before jaw bones are fully developed, lead to better, faster results for life.
When you bring your child to Farina Orthodontic Specialists for a first consultation, we’ll make your child feel welcome and safe. We’ll do a thorough exam of your child’s teeth and take non-invasive images to determine jaw position. If we see any alignment or crowding issues, we will talk about them with you and come up with the best plan of care. If everything looks good, we’ll invite you to return for periodic check-ups so we can monitor tooth and jaw development and address any issues at just the right time for your child.
Are There Multiple Options for Braces?
There are a few options when it comes to braces based on what issues need to be addressed and your child’s lifestyle. With traditional braces, metal brackets are glued to each tooth and connected with metal wires. The pressure from the wire pulls the teeth and jaw to their proper position slowly over time. With traditional metal braces, your child will need to come to the office periodically to get their braces tightened and to monitor progress.
Clear or ceramic braces are similar to traditional braces, but instead of metal brackets, they use ceramic. This material mimics the natural color of the teeth, making the braces less noticeable to others. Clear braces are a great option for children who may not want to draw so much attention to their braces.
Self-ligating braces look almost identical to traditional braces, but they use a different mechanism to apply pressure to the teeth. Instead of using elastics or metal ties around the brackets, self-ligating braces utilize a special type of bracket that independently tightens over time. This can make self-ligating braces a bit more comfortable than traditional braces, and also can cut down on the number of visits to the orthodontist office since manual tightening is not needed.
Will Braces Impede My Child’s Lifestyle?
In general, braces will not severely impact your child’s life. There are certain changes you will need to make to keep your child’s braces working properly and to maintain good dental hygiene. First, it is important to avoid certain foods while wearing braces. Hard, sticky, or chewy foods tend to break or damage braces, leading to wires poking out or brackets getting dislodged. It is best to leave these foods for when your child gets their braces off, and save yourself from an emergency visit to the orthodontist.
Dental hygiene is always important to keep in mind, but braces do make brushing routines a bit more involved. The brackets of braces tend to attract plaque and buildup, so make sure to encourage your child to pay extra attention to their brushing and flossing. Your orthodontist will give you a special flosser that your child can use to really clean out all the nooks and crannies of their teeth and braces. Keeping up good dental hygiene practices means your child will not only have straighter teeth at the end of their treatment but healthy ones too!
Braces for Kids Reviews
From start to finish, our new consultation with Dr. Davis was second to none! Our daughter received her new braces on the first visit. The office is not only gorgoes but staff are warm, professional and proficient. Mia sends her thank yous! Special thank you to the nice lady in scheduling for your compassion, I had to change this appointment a couple times and was never made to feel uncomfortable. Again, thank you Dr. Davis and staff, you Rock!
It was an amazing experience with Farina Ortho! Start to finish! Our Dentist recommended my son (10) to proceed with braces and we were terrified but they made it clear in every step! From insurance and coverage to a treatment plan! Marlene was amazing! She made it super easy for me-Mom to understand the process, and especially what to expect!! We had the braces put on today actually and it all went so smooth that even my son who was super terrified with this whole idea for next 12-18 months told me that he kind of liked it and looked cool! This could not be better! Clean clinic, professional stuff just well rounded care! Thank you!
I highly recommend Farina for installing your braces. They are very kind and considerate on how you’re feeling and if you have any discomfort. I am very happy with my final results since I did get my braces off today!! A rubber band a day keeps the teeth shifting away!
Our experience with this orthodontist was truly exceptional! The free online consultation was incredibly easy and saved us a lot of time. We scanned and submitted images of my child’s teeth from home, and then had a phone consultation with the doctor to review the treatment plan ,all before even stepping into the office.I downloaded the Smile Doctors app, which made communication with the team seamless. When we arrived for the in-person appointment, everyone was so kind, professional, and efficient. I was amazed by how smoothly everything went.Elizabeth was especially patient and accommodating with my child, who was a bit nervous. Dr. Franco was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything, and Dr. Farina was warm and welcoming. We were even able to get my child’s top braces placed the same day!To make the experience even more special, they provided my child with some gifts and congratulated her on getting her braces, it really helped her feel proud and excited about the process.I highly recommend this team, especially for busy parents. Their at-home scanner and the Smile Doctors app make everything so convenient and modern. Truly a 5-star experience!
My daughter just got her braces off at Farina Orthodontics in Wesley Chapel, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with her new smile! Dr. Davis and Dr. Franco have been wonderful throughout the entire process. They were patient, kind, and always took the time to explain things in a way we both understood.The staff made every appointment a positive experience, and my daughter always felt comfortable and cared for. The transformation in her smile is amazing, and it has truly boosted her confidence.Thank you to the whole team at Farina Wesley Chapel we are so grateful for your professionalism and genuine care! Highly recommend to any parent looking for orthodontic care for their child.
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