Your child’s smile changes a lot between losing baby teeth, growing adult teeth, and developing a more mature bite. Some changes are expected, but others are easier to guide when we spot them early. Families in Denver can turn to Advanced Orthodontic Care for early orthodontic care that helps parents understand what is happening before concerns become more complicated. Our team includes Dr. Jeff Birg, a certified specialist in orthodontics, and Dr. Robert Rudman, who founded the practice in 1999 and brings decades of orthodontic experience to patient care.
Age 7 Is Often a Good Time for a First Visit
Many children should have an orthodontic screening around age 7. By this point, the first adult molars have usually come in, which helps us see how the back teeth fit together. We can also check how the front teeth are erupting and look for early signs of crowding, spacing, overbite, open bite, crossbite, or jaw growth concerns.
A first visit does not mean your child will need braces right away. In many cases, the appointment gives us a baseline so we can watch development and recommend care at the right time, if your child needs it.
What an Early Exam Can Reveal
A child’s orthodontic evaluation looks at more than straight teeth. A child’s orthodontic evaluation looks at more than whether the teeth are straight. It also helps us check how adult teeth are coming in, whether there is enough space for them, and how the bite is developing. Spotting concerns early makes future planning easier and, in some cases, early treatment can help create room for erupting teeth, preserve space for teeth that have not come in yet, or reduce the need for more involved care later.
Our team may assess:
- Crowding or limited room for adult teeth
- Gaps between teeth
- Jaw growth and facial symmetry
- Bite development
- Protruding front teeth
- Tooth eruption patterns
- Habits that may affect the bite
Early Guidance Can Bring Peace of Mind
Some children benefit from early orthodontic treatment. Others are better served by observation until more adult teeth come in. Either way, parents get clearer information instead of guessing.
If you are unsure whether your child is too young for a visit, you can schedule a new patient exam and get practical guidance from our Denver orthodontic team.
Visit Our Denver Orthodontic Team
Questions about your child’s smile are easier to answer with an exam. Our team at Advanced Orthodontic Care in Denver, CO can check growth, spacing, and bite development, then explain what to watch for next. Contact us or call 303-331-0222.