Interceptive Treatment
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What Is Interceptive Treatment?
Interceptive treatment, also known as early orthodontic treatment, focuses on identifying and addressing potential dental and jaw development issues in young children. By intervening early, interceptive treatment can help guide the growth of teeth and jaws, minimizing the need for more extensive orthodontic work later on.
At Taunton Orthodontics, we’re dedicated to helping children achieve healthy, beautiful smiles for life. Interceptive treatment allows us to take a proactive approach, correcting problems before they worsen and giving your child the best chance for proper dental development.
With state-of-the-art technology and personalized care, interceptive treatment is a gentle, effective way to ensure your child’s smile is on the right path. Ready to learn more? Schedule your FREE consultation today and discover how interceptive treatment can benefit your child!
Promotes Proper Jaw Development
Early treatment helps guide the growth of the jaws, ensuring they develop in harmony for a balanced, functional bite.
Creates Space for Incoming Teeth
Interceptive care can create the necessary space for adult teeth, reducing crowding and avoiding the need for extractions later.
Reduces Risk of Trauma
Correcting issues like protruding front teeth can lower the risk of injuries during childhood activities.
Simplifies Future Orthodontic Treatment
Addressing problems early can reduce the complexity and duration of orthodontic treatment during the teenage years.
Improves Speech and Chewing
By aligning the teeth and jaws properly, interceptive treatment can enhance a child’s ability to speak clearly and chew effectively.
Boosts Confidence
A well-aligned smile can improve a child’s self-esteem, helping them feel more confident at school and in social settings.
Your First Step
The process begins with a comprehensive consultation. We’ll evaluate your child’s teeth and jaw development using advanced digital imaging and discuss any concerns. Together, we’ll create a tailored treatment plan that supports their unique needs.
The process begins with a comprehensive consultation. We’ll evaluate your child’s teeth and jaw development using advanced digital imaging and discuss any concerns. Together, we’ll create a tailored treatment plan that supports their unique needs.
The Treatment Journey
Depending on your child’s situation, interceptive treatment may include expanders, partial braces, or other orthodontic appliances. Regular appointments ensure we monitor progress and make adjustments as needed to guide their development effectively.
Depending on your child’s situation, interceptive treatment may include expanders, partial braces, or other orthodontic appliances. Regular appointments ensure we monitor progress and make adjustments as needed to guide their development effectively.
A Foundation for a Lifetime of Smiles
Once interceptive treatment is complete, we’ll assess your child’s dental growth periodically to ensure everything stays on track. By addressing issues early, we lay the groundwork for a lifetime of healthy, confident smiles with minimal future intervention.
Once interceptive treatment is complete, we’ll assess your child’s dental growth periodically to ensure everything stays on track. By addressing issues early, we lay the groundwork for a lifetime of healthy, confident smiles with minimal future intervention.
