Braces for Children
in Fort Gratiot Twp, Marysville, and Richmond, MI
Early orthodontic intervention will help ensure a straighter smile later in life.
Our braces for children are for kids no older than seven.
The American Association of OrthodontistsOpen link in the new window recommends children visit an orthodontist for a checkup at age seven. Children start losing their baby teeth at this age, and permanent teeth start erupting.
Wesley Orthodontics can assess your child’s spacing needs, growth patterns, and any existing abnormalities. From proactive early orthodontics for kids to traditional braces, discreet Invisalign® treatment, and expert management of unique cases, we offer a comprehensive range of services. We prioritize individualized care, ensuring every smile reflects both health and confidence.
Why Bring Your Children to Wesley Orthodontics
Children may have underlying issues that only an X-ray or clinical exam can expose. Timing is one of the most important components of orthodontic treatment success, so early checkups are essential to identify issues and address them before they grow into substantial problems.
Wesley Orthodontics would rather see and treat your child at age seven and start monitoring them instead of getting them in when it’s too late.
The Benefits of Braces for Children
An Evaluation to Determine Orthodontic Treatment
An initial exam lets Wesley Orthodontics evaluate your child’s orthodontic needs. Many children don’t need treatment at age seven, and Dr. Robert K. Wesley and our staff keep an eye on them until their permanent teeth erupt. However, some children require early treatment to address issues that can develop into bigger problems as they get older.
Orthodontists are trained to spot and address problems during a child’s development. We evaluate jaw growth patterns and step in with treatment when children need it. We can evaluate overbites, underbites, deep or open bites, crossbites, spacing or crowding issues, finger or thumb habits, and skeletal or dental protrusions during exams.
