Early treatment

Name: Todorthodontics Smile Studio
Telephone: 415.399.9200

If you want to protect the health of your child’s smile, and save time and money on their orthodontic treatment, it’s important to get a head start. Bringing your child in for a complimentary consultation with Dr. Todor can help ensure their smile stays in top form.

When should my child
see an orthodontist?

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child visit an orthodontist around the age of seven. At this age, most children have their first adult molars, so their back bite is established. This allows Dr. Todor to diagnose potential orthodontic issues before they worsen.

By catching misalignments early on, we can correct them with a small amount of effort. Even if your child doesn’t need treatment yet, we can monitor their smile with regular check-ups and intervene at the opportune time.

When should my child
see an orthodontist?

Signs my child could benefit from orthodontic treatment

Not all signs of orthodontic issues are obvious - which is why it’s important to bring your child in to see a specialist! But there are a few indications you can look out for, such as:

Early (or late) loss of baby teeth
Difficulty chewing
Protruding teeth
Misaligned teeth
Crowded/crooked teeth
Thumb sucking after the age of five
Speech problems

Signs my child could benefit
from orthodontic treatment

Early treatment options

If your child could benefit from early treatment, there are many different options available at our practice. We offer several functional appliances, which are fixed or removable plates that improve your child’s bite and facial symmetry. We even offer Invisalign® Child!

Invisalign® treatment
for children

Invisalign® Child, also known as Invisalign® First, is an Invisalign® treatment specifically designed for kids. The custom aligners help guide the growth of your child’s smile, make room for their incoming teeth, and can prepare them for later treatment with braces or aligners.

Because Invisalign® Child aligners are removable, your child won’t have to adjust their diet or delta hygiene routines during treatment - making this a gentle introduction to orthodontics.