If you ask around about the preferred pediatric orthodontist in Kingsport, TN, and Bristol, VA, the answer will be Tri-Cities Orthodontic Specialists. We know that making our patients feel comfortable in their surroundings is the first step in effective treatment. Since we are often their first experience in orthodontics, we know the criticality of providing a positive, trusting environment that they will look forward to visiting as they grow.
7 & Up Kids Ortho Services
We are proud to be the kids’ orthodontist for our friends and neighbors in Kingsport and Bristol. There are many reasons why your child should see us during early childhood. They are starting to lose their baby teeth, and their permanent teeth are beginning to come in. This is the perfect time for our orthodontists to assess potential alignment problems that could impact speech, nutrition, and confidence.
Kids & Braces
There are some things you can look for even when your child still has their baby teeth. These are warning signs that there could be a problem that could herald the need for early intervention:
Crowded teeth
Thumb sucking
Crossbites
Protruding teeth
Premature or delayed loss of baby teeth
Difficulty in chewing, biting, or closing the mouth
Mouth breathing
Clicking, popping, or shifting jaws
Difficulty forming sounds or words
Inadvertent cheek or lip biting
Noticeable asymmetry of the face
Jaw clenching or teeth grinding
Early intervention can help with jaw alignment problems that can affect how the teeth grow in. It can also help manage the width of the upper and lower arches to make room for the permanent teeth to grow in straight. Early orthodontic devices and treatment can help break the thumb sucking habit and help improve minor speech problems due to misalignment. Finally, kids' braces could prevent the need for extractions or surgery later on.
Why Choose Us
At Tri-Cities Orthodontic Specialists, we treat whole families. We recognize how vital it is for the younger members of the family to have the best introduction to orthodontics so that they will feel comfortable and confident as they and their orthodontic needs grow. Our goal is to make every age group feel recognized, accepted, and heard so that they feel invested in their care. For more information on kids’ orthodontics, call us today at 276.642.0043 in Bristol or 426.392.9898 in Kingsport.
