Early orthodontic evaluation and treatment can prevent more serious problems later and reduce the need for extensive treatment during the teenage years. At Main Street Pediatric Dentistry Of Belmont, we monitor your child's bite development and provide timely intervention when needed to guide proper growth and alignment.
Early orthodontic treatment, also called interceptive orthodontics, involves identifying and addressing bite problems while children still have a mix of baby and permanent teeth. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children see an orthodontist by age 7 when the first permanent molars and incisors have usually erupted, allowing evaluation of front-to-back and side-to-side tooth relationships.
Dr. Matthew Savage carefully monitors your child’s dental development during regular visits, looking for signs that early intervention might be beneficial. While not every child needs early treatment, identifying problems early allows us to take advantage of natural growth patterns to guide teeth and jaw development more effectively than waiting until all permanent teeth have erupted.
When permanent teeth don’t have enough room to erupt properly, early intervention can help create space and guide teeth into better positions, potentially reducing the need for tooth extraction later.
A crossbite occurs when upper teeth bite inside lower teeth, which can cause jaw shifting and uneven growth. Early treatment can correct this problem and prevent complications.
Significant bite problems can affect speech, eating, and facial development. Early treatment can guide jaw growth and reduce the severity of these issues.
Early treatment takes advantage of your child’s natural growth to achieve better results with less invasive methods. By addressing problems while the jaw is still growing, we can often avoid more complex treatment later and may reduce the overall time your child needs braces during their teenage years.
Early intervention can also prevent certain problems from worsening, protect protruding teeth from injury, and address habits like thumb sucking that can affect dental development. The goal is to create a foundation for healthy bite function and an attractive smile that will benefit your child throughout their life.
Dr. Matthew Savage brings extensive experience in pediatric dentistry to Main Street Pediatric Dentistry Of Belmont. Board-certified and passionate about children's oral health, Dr. Savage believes in building trust with young patients through gentle care and clear communication with both children and parents.
Ready to schedule your child's appointment? Our friendly team is here to answer questions and help you get started with exceptional pediatric dental care.
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Sunday: Closed
To schedule your child's appointment, call us at (980) 990-2878 or complete our online contact form below.
Ready to schedule your child’s appointment? Our friendly team is here to answer questions and help you get started with exceptional pediatric dental care.
Give your child the gift of a lifetime of healthy smiles. Contact Main Street Pediatric Dentistry Of Belmont today to schedule their next appointment and experience the difference specialized pediatric dental care can make.
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Main Street Pediatric Dentistry Of Belmont is preparing to open its doors this January, bringing quality pediatric dental care to families in Belmont and the surrounding communities.
Dr. Matt Savage is excited to create a welcoming environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel confident in their care. From your child’s first dental visit to routine cleanings and specialized treatments, we’re here to help young smiles stay healthy and bright.
Our team is already accepting inquiries and scheduling appointments for families eager to establish a dental home. Reach out today by calling (980) 990-2878 or sending us an email — we can’t wait to meet you and your family!
