Adults, Kids, and Orthodontics

Adults

Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile. One of every four patients in our office is over 21 with age ranging up to 88 years young! Special considerations for adult treatment are sometimes necessary. With our experience in treating adults, we are able to match specific treatment needs with the latest in technology in orthodontics and the related dental specialties. Orthodontics is often an initial step prior to having restorations placed or replaced so that your final dental result is as healthy, long lasting and aesthetic as possible.

Kids

At Graber Orthodontics, we can do our best for your children if we see them by age seven as we are able to evaluate their growth and development at an age where they are exchanging their baby teeth for the permanent teeth. Only a small percentage of children need treatment at this young age, but early evaluation and monitoring can prevent developing problems. Sometimes treatment is begun early when growth guidance is necessary. Early treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, and thus minimize the need for later permanent tooth extractions. Early intervention can also reduce the likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, and help to correct harmful habits including thumb-sucking. In other words, in some cases early treatment can simplify or eliminate the need for later treatment.