Early Orthodontic Treatment

Dr. Michael D. Hayward understands how important your children are to you. That’s why he encourages you to bring them in for an early orthodontic exam at approximately age 7, as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontists. Bite problems may be present at this age which, left unattended, can be difficult to correct at a later age or even cause irreparable damage to the permanent teeth. Even one crooked tooth can throw off the bite, hinder proper cleaning and cause functional problems as your child grows older, including gum disease, cavities and speech disorders. Dr. Hayward will conduct a comprehensive exam to check for these and other problems:

Early detection and treatment can prevent your child from needing costly and time-consuming dental care in the future. You’ll be happy to know that Dr. Hayward always looks at conservative treatment options first. He uses the latest interceptive methods to correct problems before they progress badly and require surgical correction. These include expansion devices, fixed appliances and removable appliances. Early intervention can reduce treatment time for your child’s braces later on and provide a stable, healthy bite for a lifetime.

You’ll feel confident knowing that Dr. Hayward is a highly trained orthodontist with over two decades of experience who has beautifully enhanced the smiles of thousands of patients. He and his friendly, experienced orthodontic team will provide your child with the above-and-beyond personal attention that can make their visits a relaxed, fun and positive experience.

Make a beautiful smile possible for your child. Call and schedule your child's orthodontic exam and consultation at Hayward & Team Orthodontics today!

Please visit our Orthodontic Patient Education Library to read more about orthodontics treatments.