by Heroes Dental | Jan 23, 2017 | FAQ's about Braces
Your initial consultation with an orthodontist will be to identify any problems early on. However, because a child is still growing and the mouth changing, the ideal age to begin orthodontic treatment is usually between the ages of 10 and 14. Some cases may even...
by Heroes Dental | Jan 23, 2017 | FAQ's about Braces
If your child has been a patient of the same dentist for some time now, then they should be keeping tabs on their dental growth progress and will likely recommend the right time to consider treatment. The American Association of Orthodontist suggest that children...
by Heroes Dental | Jan 23, 2017 | FAQ's about Braces
The length of orthodontic treatment varies from patient to patient and is determined by the severity of the case and other variables. Typically however, most cases will take any where between 12-36 months, with the average amount falling closer to two years. In order...
by Heroes Dental | Jan 23, 2017 | FAQ's about Braces
You’ll want to consult with an orthodontist in order to determine whether or not you really need braces, but there are some key signs that can help you decide if you need to visit the orthodontist in the first place: Crowded or crooked teeth Noticeable gaps between...
by Heroes Dental | Jan 23, 2017 | FAQ's about Braces
The truth is that patients will experience some soreness after they first get the braces put on. However, this only last a few days as the mouth adjusts to the changes. Soreness is also reported after braces are adjusted, but orthodontist usually recommend taking...
