Early Orthodontic Intervention Services

Orthodontic Screenings by Age Seven

All parents love to see their children smile. Early orthodontic intervention can help. That's why we encourage all parents to have their child screened for orthodontic care at Hohl Orthodontics.

According to the American Association of Orthodontists, it is best to have children screened for orthodontics needs by the age of seven. Early interception allows us to be proactive about your child's bite and alignment for better lifelong results.

Orthodontic care has come a long way. If your child has issues with overcrowding in their mouth, you may be worried that we'll recommend extraction. The fact is extraction is not our preferred method of fixing overcrowding. We have entirely new methods including Invisalign First for young children to address overcrowding without the pain.

Advantages of Early Intervention

Orthodontic care isn't just about cosmetic fixes. At Hohl Orthodontics, our treatment has a plethora of benefits that are worthwhile for your child.

• Positive jaw growth
• Harmonized width of dental arches
• Improved eruption patterns
• Lower risk of trauma due to protruded upper incisors
• Correction of harmful oral habits
• Improved aesthetics and self-esteem
• Simplified and shorter treatment timelines for corrective orthodontics
• Reduced risk of impacted permanent teeth
• Improvement for some speech problems
• Preservation or increase of space of permanent teeth

Give your child the best. Call Hohl Orthodontics to schedule an early interception appointment. New patient exams are free and available within a week when you call (402) 421-8000 now.

Treating Crowding with Early Interception

Dental crowding is a common problem. It happens when the jaw doesn't have enough space for the number of teeth present. In the past, dentists and orthodontists used to rely on painful tooth extractions to correct this problem. We do things differently at Hohl Orthodontics.

We believe it's vital to address overcrowding. It's the only way to promote long-term health. However, instead of removing teeth, we correct the issue by expanding the jaw. While extraction can fix overcrowding faster, it's a much more painful and traumatizing experience, especially for younger patients.

By methodically expanding the jaw through orthodontia, we can give your teeth the space they need without as much pain or recovery time. We'll assess your mouth to understand the best path forward.

Call us or text our mobile phone to set up an appointment. New patients can get a free initial exam!

Why Is Extraction a Bad Choice?

If extraction gets the job done faster, why don't we still do it? With good pain relief, the process can be less traumatic. However, there are other problems to consider.

Think about the way our jaws work. Due to our modern diets and behaviors, most people naturally have a narrow upper jaw. However, the teeth provide a foundation for a stable cranial system. When teeth are removed from this system without fixing the jaw, it can impact the entire body in negative ways.

• Frequent headaches or migraines
• Pain in the neck, jaw, and teeth
• Sleep apnea and other breathing conditions

These problems are just the start. That's why the faster way isn't always the better way. Let us come up with a plan to expand your jaw and fix your overcrowding problem more holistically.

Benefits of Correcting Overcrowding

With our overcrowding correction at Hohl Orthodontics, we don't just reduce your crowding issues without pain or extraction. We can actually provide a wide range of benefits for your well-being.

Since we are expanding your jaw, we not only give you the benefit of retaining your teeth, but we also reduce your risk of conditions caused by a small upper jaw. At the same time, we can improve your bone structure for many aesthetic benefits.

• Facial symmetry
• Higher cheekbones
• Brighter, more open eyes
• Straighter nose
• More pronounced jawline

Find out more about how we can help you with overcrowding at Hohl Orthodontics. Our team is dedicated to helping you smile more every day.