These are the issues we look for at that first visit. Catching them early is what makes early treatment so effective.
When baby teeth sit tightly with no gaps, there may not be room for adult teeth. Creating space early helps them erupt straight and keeps brushing and flossing easy.
When the lower teeth sit outside the upper teeth on closing. It's the bite type most linked to jaw-joint strain, and it tends to worsen — so early guidance matters.
When upper teeth bite inside the lower teeth. Correcting it early prevents uneven jaw growth, protects the joints, and avoids lopsided tooth wear.
When the front teeth don't meet when the jaw is closed — often from thumb-sucking or pacifier use. Early care restores comfortable biting and a balanced profile.
When the top teeth cover the bottom teeth too far on closing. Left alone it can wear down the front teeth over time and affect the shape of the face.
When the upper jaw or front teeth extend well past the lower. Timing treatment with your child's growth gives us the best chance to improve it comfortably.
Around ages 6 to 7. That's when the first adult teeth appear and we can spot any developing issues early — while they're still easy to guide.