The Super Dentists FAQs

Children have 20 baby teeth – 10 on the top and 10 on the bottom. These teeth act as placeholders for the adult teeth that grow in after the baby teeth fall out. Adults have more teeth than children. Most adults have 32 teeth, including four canines, eight incisors, eight premolars and 12 molars (as well as four wisdom teeth).

Braces can be installed at any age. However, many dentists recommend braces for children between the ages of 10 and 14. At this time, the child’s head and mouth are still growing, which makes it easier to move the teeth to their ideal location. If an experienced orthodontist has not seen by your pre-teen, you may want to schedule an appointment today. The Super Dentists orthodontists are skilled in straightening teeth and will let you know if your child needs braces.

Orthodontists commonly will spend one to two hours installing braces. First, the orthodontist will clean a child's mouth and ensure his or her teeth are dry. Next, the orthodontist will apply bonding glue to the teeth and attach brackets for the braces. And for the final step, the orthodontist will place the archwire in the brackets and secure it with elastic bands. The braces installation procedure is usually painless. When the bonding glue is applied to the teeth, a child may experience an unpleasant taste in his or her mouth that will dissipate quickly. Furthermore, a child's teeth and mouth will be sore as he or she adjusts to the braces after the procedure, but this soreness should go away within about a week. Throughout the entire braces installation process, the dental care professionals at The Super Dentists ensure your child’s utmost comfort and confidence. We’ve installed braces on hundreds of area patients, and our considerable experience means that your child will receive the best care, professional courtesy, and ongoing support.

Every patient is different, and early orthodontic treatment may prove to be a viable option to reduce the risk of serious oral health problems from developing down the line. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should have an orthodontic evaluation by age 7. At this time, a pediatric orthodontist will be able to pinpoint developmental oral health issues that could become long-term problems. Common orthodontic problems such as crowding, premature loss of baby teeth and cross bites may lead to the implementation of braces or other oral health treatments. Before a child gets braces, it is important for a parent to discuss the procedure with his or her son or daughter. By doing so, this child will understand exactly what to expect from the installation procedure, along with how braces will help improve his or her teeth. The Super Dentists can discuss all about braces with you and your child to better prepare you both for the process.

For children, it is common to wear braces for one to two years. And in some cases, kids may need to wear braces for up to three years. Comparatively, adult braces treatments may require more time than children's treatments because their bones have finished growing. Adults frequently wear braces for 18 months to three years. However, there are new dental technologies available to accelerate the time in braces. The Super Dentists use both AcceleDent and PROPEL to reduce time in braces by about half the time. Also, both children and adults may need to wear a retainer after their braces are removed to help maintain the results of a braces treatment. The Super Dentists also offer Acceledontics, a next-generation orthodontic procedure and process that offers the most advanced technology, less time in braces, and an aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional braces. Thanks to our AADvance Braces and AADvance Auxiliary Devices, we’ve made braces more accessible and affordable than ever before – without the hassles usually associated with braces. The Super Dentists also offer AADvance Whitening, a revolutionary teeth whitening process that can help improve your smile in a matter of minutes. For more information about our groundbreaking orthodontic processes, please visit our Acceledontics website.

here are many key indicators that can help determine if braces are right for your child, including: • Your child's teeth appear crowded or crooked • Your child's jaw shifts or make noises • Your child commonly bites the sides or roof of his or her mouth • Your child often struggles to chew food • Your child frequently breathes through his or her mouth The orthodontic professionals at The Super Dentist can work with you and your child to determine the feasibility of braces. We realize that getting braces is one of life’s most anxious times – especially for children! Our careful, collaborative process ensures that you and your child come first, and we’ll gladly answer any questions you have about braces. If your son or daughter encounters any of these issues, you should consider a pediatric orthodontic evaluation to determine if braces will serve as a viable option to help him or her overcome such problems. The Super Dentists can let you know if your child needs braces or another treatment to help with their dental issue.

Yes! Both children and adults can reap the benefits of braces. Perhaps you had braces as a kid and now your teeth have shifted. The Super Dentists have an array of teeth straightening methods that weren’t around when you were a kid. From their exclusive AADvance Braces™ to aligners and Incognito, ask The Super Dentists if you would be a good candidate for braces.

For children, crooked or crowded teeth, overbites or underbites may cause long-lasting oral health problems if they are not treated. In addition, incorrect jaw position and disorders may result in chewing and speaking problems that can be exceedingly difficult to repair as a child ages. Braces, however, can help correct these problems at an early age. Thus, braces can correct many oral health issues to provide significant value for your child and enable him or her to enjoy a healthy smile for a lifetime.

Simply meet with a pediatric orthodontist for an evaluation, and your child will be able to get the support that he or she needs and find out how braces can help improve his or her smile. The Super Dentists will let you know all that needs to be done if your child needs braces.

According to the American Dental Association, an overbite typically can be treated within one to three years with braces. An overbite occurs when the top teeth vertically overlap the bottom teeth. This issue is most commonly seen in children. And if left untreated, an overbite may cause gum disease, tooth decay and other oral health problems that may affect a child's teeth, along with his or her speech and chewing. Fortunately, braces can be adjusted to even out the top and bottom teeth. That way, braces can help improve a child's smile and reduce the risk of many common oral health problems. To learn more about our pediatric orthodontia services, please contact us today at 1 855 Go SUPER (855-467-8737).