In the dental clinic, 12-year-old Xiaoqian encountered the problem of "covering the sky", but was told that he had missed the best opportunity. At the same time, 9-year-old Xiaoyu was told by the doctor that the correction was too early, although her teeth were slightly crowded. So what age is the "** age" for orthodontics? When should I consider getting a straightening?
Childhood is the best time window. Early intervention is particularly critical when confronted with dental deformities and jaw deformities. Dental deformities are more suitable for correction at the age of 12-15 years, and girls can start one or two years earlier**.
If the optimal age is missed, correction after the age of 18 will increase the difficulty and time. For severe dental deformities, such as those caused by "overall" or bad habits, intervention is recommended in early childhood and adolescence**, and orthognathic surgery in adulthood if necessary.
Fixed aligners are versatile and have a stable effect, but hard foods should be avoided while they are worn. **Orthosis is suitable for minor deformities, more aesthetically pleasing, suitable for older children and**. Maintain regular follow-up adjustments, maintain oral hygiene and cleanliness, and avoid chewing sticky foods and sugary foods.
During the correction period, avoid sticky and hard-to-chew foods, and develop good habits of loving and protecting your teeth. Parents should pay special attention to their children's dental health and pay attention to correcting bad habits to avoid dental deformities.
The pursuit of dental health and beauty is important at all times. Choose the right time point for correction, early detection and early detection can get twice the result with half the effort. Let's care for dental health and pursue a bright smile together!