About How Children’s Orthodontic Treatment Is Carried Out

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Growth injections, Dream lenses, and orthodontic treatment are often called the three essential treatments for children in their growth years. Among them, orthodontic treatment is something that should not be delayed when needed, because depending on the symptoms, missing the right timing can interfere with proper growth and lead to more complex treatment or surgery.

When is children’s orthodontic treatment needed?

There are many cases in which children’s orthodontic treatment is needed. A representative example is when there is an abnormality in the growth direction or development of the upper jaw and lower jaw. This can cause the upper and lower teeth not to fit together properly when the mouth is closed, or the lower teeth to protrude farther forward.

Also, if there is not enough space for the permanent teeth to erupt, the teeth may overlap or become crooked, which is why orthodontic treatment is needed.

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If orthodontic problems are left untreated, does the likelihood of double-jaw surgery increase?

Children’s orthodontic treatment is a way to prevent and stop worsening malocclusion in growing children, whether caused by genetic factors or changes that may occur during growth. Treatment can be carried out at the appropriate time for each individual. However, if a child who needs pediatric orthodontic treatment does not receive proper care and is left untreated, it can lead to several problems.

First, incorrect tooth alignment and jaw positioning can cause inaccurate pronunciation. In addition, balanced facial development may be disrupted during growth, increasing concerns about appearance. Especially during puberty, when children are sensitive about their looks, lowered confidence can also lead to difficulties in social relationships.

In addition, chewing ability, which is one of the most basic functions of teeth, may decline, making it difficult to chew food sufficiently. This can lead to indigestion and, in the long term, may affect overall health as well.

Finally, when a correction is sought after growth is complete, it may even lead to a situation where high-risk double-jaw surgery must be chosen.

Pediatric orthodontics, where early diagnosis matters: when is the best time to start?

Generally, the best time to begin children’s orthodontic treatment is around age 6 to 7. This is a period when skeletal growth is active, and if preventive orthodontic treatment is carried out while controlling jaw growth, it can help improve facial shape without surgery and restore confidence in appearance. It is also advantageous for preventing various functional problems such as speech and chewing.

To satisfy both aesthetic and functional needs, it is important to establish a systematic, step-by-step treatment strategy until the child’s growth is complete. Because pediatric orthodontics takes a relatively long time, parents and medical professionals should thoroughly discuss and plan when and how treatment should be carried out and what appliances would be most helpful.

How is non-surgical children’s orthodontic treatment carried out?

When carrying out pediatric orthodontic treatment, it is important to consider not only the bite relationship between the upper and lower teeth, but also the child’s harmonious facial growth. For this reason, if there is insufficient space in the upper jaw, special appliances are used to expand it.

In cases of a recessed chin, the growth of the lower jaw is controlled and guided into the correct position. In cases of underbite, the treatment improves the crossbite and facial appearance through maxillary protraction. Finally, in cases of facial asymmetry, overall facial improvement is achieved through asymmetry control for a harmonious facial profile, which can also influence the child’s confidence and psychological well-being, leading to more satisfying results.

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Precise diagnosis makes the difference in results

To proceed with children’s orthodontic treatment, the first step is to have a thorough consultation with medical professionals who have long experience in the field and have treated a wide variety of cases. After that, a precise analysis of the child’s condition should be performed through 3D CT. Furthermore, since the child’s teeth are still growing, it is advisable to also perform a growth plate test and establish a customized plan based on the child’s condition.

What should be checked during children’s orthodontic treatment?

Children’s orthodontic treatment is not simply a process of aligning teeth; it is a treatment carried out while continuously observing the child’s growth and development. Therefore, it is extremely important for the medical team and the child to establish a stable relationship of trust. If you are considering pediatric orthodontics, it is advisable to choose a dental clinic only after carefully checking whether the medical team has extensive clinical experience and whether the chief director personally handles treatment.

One of the concerns many parents have is whether the symptoms will recur as the child grows after pediatric orthodontic treatment. To prevent this, what should be checked is whether regular monitoring is being carried out. Children continue to grow, so recurrence of symptoms during the growth process is not uncommon. Therefore, please choose a place that provides ongoing management through regular checkups.

Also, if the medical professional who determines the direction of treatment remains involved consistently over a long period, the child can feel more secure, and a more complete orthodontic result can be expected. In the end, please remember that pediatric orthodontics is not a short-term treatment, but a long-term journey of observing the growth process and providing continuous care.

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Pediatric orthodontics for a changed future

If treatment is introduced at the necessary time through continuous checkups, it can do more than simply straighten the teeth; it can guide the child’s growth in the right direction. Because the growth period is a time of rapid change, even small abnormalities can become more complex over time if left untreated, and the treatment period and difficulty will also increase.

However, if the child’s development is carefully monitored through regular checkups, problems can be detected early and addressed at the appropriate time, making treatment more efficient. This process is meaningful not only because it improves orthodontic results, but also because it helps prevent the need for complex procedures later in adulthood.

In particular, when customized treatment is carried out at each growth stage, the teeth and jawbones develop in balance, and chewing function, speech, and overall oral health are all positively affected. In this way, pediatric orthodontics can be said to be an important process not only for the child’s present, but also for future health and a confident smile.

Dedicated medical staff for pediatric orthodontics on site

Our clinic, which provides non-surgical orthodontic treatment, has been steadily practicing in the same location for many years. The medical staff in charge is providing treatment based on more than 23 years of clinical experience and over 5,000 orthodontic cases. Even for the same case, the results can vary depending on experience and know-how, so based on this, we help children who need treatment regain a beautiful smile.

In addition to non-surgical orthodontic appliances, we also use handmade appliances created directly by the medical staff to adjust tooth movement more precisely. Please note that we also analyze the condition before the visit, establish a treatment plan, and provide 1:1 customized treatment.

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