Why visit an Orthodontist?
An orthodontist is a specialist in straightening teeth and aligning jaws. They have advanced training in orthodontics and spend 100% of their time helping patients achieve healthier smiles and better self-esteem by identifying, preventing and treating bad bites (malocclusions).
Make the Right Choice and Choose an Orthodontist!
All orthodontists are dentists first. Out of 100 dental school graduates, only six go on to become orthodontists.
Orthodontist
Specialist in straightening teeth
Specialist in aligning jaws
Has education beyond dental school
Dentist
Cleans teeth
Fixes cavities
Checks general oral health
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It's important to watch out for these problems in our children, visit your TAO Orthodontist!Here are a few common problems to watch for as your child begins to develop their bite. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends seeing a child for evaluation as early as 7 years old. #tuesdaytips
Misaligned teeth or jaws can cause issues to arise such as gingivitis or even speech issues. To prevent this from happening to your child, make sure you are keeping an eye out for signs that they may need orthodontic treatment. Here are six things to look for: www.texasortho.org/how-to-tell-if-your-child-needs-orthodontic-treatment/
How to Tell if Your Child Needs Orthodontic Treatment - Texas Association of Orthodontists
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One common misconception parents have is that braces are just for aesthetics to make sure your child has perfectly straight teeth. While that is a wonderful benefit of treatment, orthodon...Consulting with an orthodontist, as soon as they turn 7 years old, can help you to fix and identify problems and abnormalities in your children's teeth and jaws. Find your nearest specialist at www.texasortho.org/listings/
