While parents may believe that orthodontic care is primarily for teens and adults, they should know that even children as young as 7 can benefit from seeing an orthodontist. At Rock Family Dental in Rockland County NY, we believe every child should see an orthodontist early.
By seeking early treatment for their children from an orthodontist, parents can get ahead of minor misalignment problems before they become major issues down the road that are more difficult to treat.
It’s never too late to get the smile that you’ve always wanted, so we invite patients of all ages to learn more about the benefits of orthodontic treatment in Rockland County NY!
Orthodontist For All Ages In Rockland County NY
An orthodontist is a dental specialist who diagnoses, prevents, and corrects teeth and jaw misalignments including open bite, crossbite, overbite, underbite, gaps between teeth, crookedness, and overcrowding. Orthodontists treat these problems via orthodontics such as braces and clear aligners. An orthodontist receives additional education and training to become a specialist in the orthodontic field and even does a residency at a healthcare facility.
Free Initial Consultation
Your journey to a beautiful and healthy smile starts with a complimentary initial consultation. During this appointment, you will get the chance to meet our welcoming staff, check out our modern office, and meet our orthodontists. We will conduct a thorough examination and consult with you about your best treatment options. You will learn about treatment length, cost, and the techniques involved to move your teeth into the correct position.
Remote Aligner Monitoring In Rockland County NY
Straight and healthy teeth are basically a constitutional right. How can you pursue happiness if you’re embarrassed to smile? Yet, thousands of people still don’t have access to quality, affordable orthodontic care. Low cost options and the promise of false convenience has lured many patients away from traditional methods. Now, we have an environment where “DIY” companies have convinced consumers that aligners without clinical touch points and direct supervision are a safe solution for a majority of cases. The demand for professional, quality care has led to an unprecedented opportunity in orthodontics: now is the time to leverage technology and apply it to consumer demand in a manner that is safe, convenient, and cost-effective.
Grin is a digital orthodontic platform that provides remote monitoring solutions. Its software and technology devices suite are FDA listed and certified through Health Canada.
While patients scan from their homes, the technology alerts users when the scope captures an ideal angle and informs patients when to continue with their scan.
In addition to doctors receiving a 34-second scan provided by patients, Grin AI technology processes the video. It automatically extracts the 5 scan moments from each major jaw position: front, lower, upper, left, and right.
Interceptive Orthodontics
Also known as early orthodontic treatment, interceptive orthodontics is a two-phase program to treat orthodontic problems earlier before they become more complex and challenging to treat in later life. A child’s teeth are more manipulable than when they are older, so early treatment is best.
The first stage of treatment occurs after the child turns 7 and it lasts around 12 months. After a break of a few years, the second stage of treatment begins when the child is 12 or 13. By this time, early treatment will have made the misalignment problem less severe and easier to treat now that all of the permanent teeth are visible.
Treatments
Orthodontic treatments include a variety of solutions to correcting misalignment problems.
Palatal Expander
A palatal expander is a device that widens your child’s jaw if necessary to make space for permanent teeth. This device is usually a first-phase treatment for children with narrow jaws that are not wide enough to accommodate all of the adult teeth below the surface of the gums.
Space Maintainer
Another first-phase orthodontic device is the space maintainer, which maintains a gap between two teeth so they don’t shift to close it. This allows the adult tooth under the surface to erupt free of obstruction.
Braces
Light braces can be part of the first phase of treatment, but full braces are usually worn in the second phase. Brackets are bonded to each tooth using an adhesive. An archwire anchors the brackets and is the mechanism your orthodontist tightens to put pressure on your teeth in order to shift them into correct alignment. Elastic bands provide additional support and pressure.
There are several types of braces for patients to choose from today.
- Traditional Braces
Made of stainless steel or titanium, traditional braces are strong and durable. This is the most common type of braces worn by patients.
- Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces feature clear or natural tooth color brackets to provide a more discreet appearance. Even the archwire can be clear or natural tooth color. Because they are made using different materials, they are less durable.
- Self-Ligating Braces
The best thing about self-ligating braces is that elastic bands are unnecessary because the archwire clips into a special hinged door built into each bracket, which also makes appointments shorter since the orthodontist can tighten the wire more easily.
- Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are bonded to the back of the teeth instead of the front, making them the most discreet option of braces. Many orthodontists have opted to not offer this option due to the fact that they are more difficult to use. However, our orthodontists have mastered the art of utilizing lingual braces to achieve the the beautiful smile that our patients deserve!
Invisalign
Invisalign is a series of clear removable aligner trays that patients wear over their teeth for 22 hours a day. Patients switch to a new set every two weeks to begin a new stage of shifting. Clear aligners are one of the most popular orthodontic treatments in the world today because there are no dietary restrictions, they are easier to clean, and they are virtually invisible.
Retainers
Once your orthodontic treatment is complete, you will have to wear a retainer to prevent your teeth from shifting back. After a few months, you’ll only need to wear it at night.
Financial Information
Rock Family Dental understands that families often have a tight budget. We believe every child should receive proper orthodontic care. That’s why we offer affordable payment plans that fit just about any budget. We also accept major credit cards and we will help you file insurance claims. Don’t let the cost prevent your child from getting the care they need. We will work with you.
Contact Us
We proudly serve Rockland County NY and surrounding communities. If your child needs orthodontic care, make an appointment online or call our office at 845-613-3110 today!
