pediatric dentistry

Early orthodontic treatment can be started while some of the primary teeth (baby teeth) are still present in the mouth. An evaluation can be done as early as 6 years old to determine if the jaws are growing properly to develop enough room for all the permanent teeth. Normally, you should see spaces between the primary upper and lower front teeth. The permanent front teeth will be larger in size than the primary teeth and the spaces allow room for the permanent teeth to erupt correctly into the mouth.  read more »