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Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Fluoride & Dental Health
Fluoride is a mineral that prevents tooth decay and supports strong teeth. Fluoride has been used for decades to fight harmful bacteria and strengthen tooth enamel (the protective layer of each tooth). If you’re at high risk for developing cavities or have compromised tooth enamel, you may want to consider adding professional fluoride treatment as part of your routine. Our specialist for Invisalign® in Hoover explains more below. How Does It Work? Professional fluoride treatments are offered...
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Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Does Brushing Prevent Gum Disease?
We all know that oral health begins by caring for your teeth and gums at home — neglecting regular teeth brushing and flossing leads to plaque buildup on the teeth and gum inflammation. Over time, these problems can lead to infection, tooth decay, and gum disease. Our...
Metal Braces in Alabaster: Early Intervention for Kids
Orthodontists and dentists believed that it was best to wait and put braces on kids in their early teens. However, doctors have found that children as young as seven may be candidates for early treatments over the years! Orthodontists and dentists today recommend...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist Explains Dentin Hypersensitivity
Tooth sensitivity (also referred to as dentin hypersensitivity) is a common dental problem that causes pain – cold beverages, hot foods, and sweet treats can all trigger it. Sensitivity may be caused by common conditions, such as worn tooth enamel, but it can also be...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Specialist Explains Common Braces Issues
Undergoing orthodontic treatment with traditional metal braces is an exciting process — you’ve chosen a reliable, tried-and-true method that promises to give you the perfect smile! After starting your treatment, you should be aware of some of the most common issues...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Importance of Early Evaluations
Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for teenagers and adults — bringing your child in for an early evaluation can help prevent more invasive treatment down the road! Early orthodontic evaluations are recommended for children before the age of 7, as this is the easiest...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Provider: Oral Health Care For The New Year
As we go into the new year, make oral health care part of your New Year's resolution! Often, New Year’s resolutions mean dropping bad habits or getting fit, and while those are great goals, they’re only one part of the health puzzle — dental health is just as...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Does Brushing Prevent Gum Disease?
We all know that oral health begins by caring for your teeth and gums at home — neglecting regular teeth brushing and flossing leads to plaque buildup on the teeth and gum inflammation. Over time, these problems can lead to infection, tooth decay, and gum disease. Our...
Metal Braces in Alabaster: Early Intervention for Kids
Orthodontists and dentists believed that it was best to wait and put braces on kids in their early teens. However, doctors have found that children as young as seven may be candidates for early treatments over the years! Orthodontists and dentists today recommend...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist Explains Dentin Hypersensitivity
Tooth sensitivity (also referred to as dentin hypersensitivity) is a common dental problem that causes pain – cold beverages, hot foods, and sweet treats can all trigger it. Sensitivity may be caused by common conditions, such as worn tooth enamel, but it can also be...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Specialist Explains Common Braces Issues
Undergoing orthodontic treatment with traditional metal braces is an exciting process — you’ve chosen a reliable, tried-and-true method that promises to give you the perfect smile! After starting your treatment, you should be aware of some of the most common issues...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Importance of Early Evaluations
Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for teenagers and adults — bringing your child in for an early evaluation can help prevent more invasive treatment down the road! Early orthodontic evaluations are recommended for children before the age of 7, as this is the easiest...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Provider: Oral Health Care For The New Year
As we go into the new year, make oral health care part of your New Year's resolution! Often, New Year’s resolutions mean dropping bad habits or getting fit, and while those are great goals, they’re only one part of the health puzzle — dental health is just as...
Invisalign® in Hoover: Should You Floss or Brush First?
Brushing and flossing are essential parts of taking care of your oral health and ensuring that you don’t get cavities! If you want to maintain a good oral hygiene regimen, you need to do both — twice a day, every day. However, you might be wondering if doing one...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Provider: Chewing Ice Causes Damage
Many people chew ice out of habit when they get to the end of their beverage. Others may chew ice compulsively as a result of another underlying health condition. Unfortunately, chewing ice causes oral health problems, some of which need to be repaired by our provider...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist: Does Brushing Prevent Gum Disease?
We all know that oral health begins by caring for your teeth and gums at home — neglecting regular teeth brushing and flossing leads to plaque buildup on the teeth and gum inflammation. Over time, these problems can lead to infection, tooth decay, and gum disease. Our...
Metal Braces in Alabaster: Early Intervention for Kids
Orthodontists and dentists believed that it was best to wait and put braces on kids in their early teens. However, doctors have found that children as young as seven may be candidates for early treatments over the years! Orthodontists and dentists today recommend...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Four Ways to Conquer Your Fears About Dental Appointments
For some of us, going to the orthodontist or dentist is as terrifying as an episode of “American Horror Story” or the latest slasher/zombie apocalypse/haunted mansion movie. In fact, according to All About Counseling, an estimated 14% of Americans get the heebie...
Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
The Skinny on Same-Day Braces
As human beings, we spend a lot of time waiting. Behind the lady with twenty bags of cat litter who isn’t quite sure how to operate self-checkout. In carpool lines that seem to span the entire afternoon. At restaurants on Friday nights because, against our better...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Four Ways to Conquer Your Fears About Dental Appointments
For some of us, going to the orthodontist or dentist is as terrifying as an episode of “American Horror Story” or the latest slasher/zombie apocalypse/haunted mansion movie. In fact, according to All About Counseling, an estimated 14% of Americans get the heebie...
Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
The Skinny on Same-Day Braces
As human beings, we spend a lot of time waiting. Behind the lady with twenty bags of cat litter who isn’t quite sure how to operate self-checkout. In carpool lines that seem to span the entire afternoon. At restaurants on Friday nights because, against our better...
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
Flashback Friday: Before and After Braces
The summer before your senior year in high school, you’re sent out to a portrait studio with a bunch of your classmates, asked to don a fancy drape, and smile. Senior portraits are supposed to be exciting, but for me they were a nightmare. I’d always hated my smile,...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Cool, Weird Braces Facts You Never Knew
When you first get braces, it’s important to learn all the facts—what foods you need to avoid, how to properly brush between brackets, how to wear rubber bands, and more. This kind of knowledge will keep you on the fast track to a straight, sparkling smile! But it...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Charcoal Chewing and Vinegar Rinses: Four Gross Ways We Used to Clean Our Teeth
If you’re taking the opportunity this summer to binge watch some of the hottest shows you missed during the school year, you may have noticed a trend—we love stories set in ancient and historical times. It’s easy to fall in love with these worlds: kings and queens,...
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
How to Thank Mom for Investing in Your Smile!
Take a moment to think about how much your mom has done for you. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Especially when it comes to your smile—she’s taught you how to take great care of your teeth and encouraged you to do it (even when you really didn’t want to), she’s taken you to...
Cool, Weird Braces Facts You Never Knew
When you first get braces, it’s important to learn all the facts—what foods you need to avoid, how to properly brush between brackets, how to wear rubber bands, and more. This kind of knowledge will keep you on the fast track to a straight, sparkling smile! But it...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Charcoal Chewing and Vinegar Rinses: Four Gross Ways We Used to Clean Our Teeth
If you’re taking the opportunity this summer to binge watch some of the hottest shows you missed during the school year, you may have noticed a trend—we love stories set in ancient and historical times. It’s easy to fall in love with these worlds: kings and queens,...
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
How to Thank Mom for Investing in Your Smile!
Take a moment to think about how much your mom has done for you. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Especially when it comes to your smile—she’s taught you how to take great care of your teeth and encouraged you to do it (even when you really didn’t want to), she’s taken you to...
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces?
There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child grow, hitting milestones and learning new things every day. As your child’s teeth come in, however, you may be wondering if they will one day need braces—how will you know when and if that time comes? Kids...
Early Intervention Matters! Which Conditions Require Early Intervention and Why
We understand the dilemma many parents may face when it comes to early orthodontic treatment for their young ones—you want to make sure your child gets the best treatment possible, but you also fear wasting time and money if your child’s teeth are just going to continue shifting and moving as they grow. That’s why we want to talk about which conditions you need to be concerned about early on. These issues will respond well to early treatment, which will save you and your child major headaches—literally and figuratively—later in life.
Cool, Weird Braces Facts You Never Knew
When you first get braces, it’s important to learn all the facts—what foods you need to avoid, how to properly brush between brackets, how to wear rubber bands, and more. This kind of knowledge will keep you on the fast track to a straight, sparkling smile! But it...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
How Long Does it Take to Get Braces?
Sometimes nerves get the best of us, even when we know something is for the best. If you’re considering braces but you’re feeling intimidated about the process, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about what getting braces is really like. Though the...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Top 8 Toothpastes to Try Now
Are you ready to upgrade your daily care regimen? Pamper your palate with one of these eight top-rated toothpastes! Crest Pro Health Advanced For consistently healthier teeth across the board, this toothpaste uses Stannous Fluoride instead of Triclosan (a...
Birmingham Orthodontics goes Miley Cyrus for your smile
Oh, Miley. She sings, she twerks, she acts, she gets to canoodle Liam Hemsworth, and now she’s the newest addition to Season 11 of NBC’s The Voice—but what does Hollywood wild child Miley Cyrus have to do with Birmingham Orthodontics? No, she wasn’t a patient (ahem,...
How Long Does it Take to Get Braces?
Sometimes nerves get the best of us, even when we know something is for the best. If you’re considering braces but you’re feeling intimidated about the process, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about what getting braces is really like. Though the...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Top 8 Toothpastes to Try Now
Are you ready to upgrade your daily care regimen? Pamper your palate with one of these eight top-rated toothpastes! Crest Pro Health Advanced For consistently healthier teeth across the board, this toothpaste uses Stannous Fluoride instead of Triclosan (a...
Birmingham Orthodontics goes Miley Cyrus for your smile
Oh, Miley. She sings, she twerks, she acts, she gets to canoodle Liam Hemsworth, and now she’s the newest addition to Season 11 of NBC’s The Voice—but what does Hollywood wild child Miley Cyrus have to do with Birmingham Orthodontics? No, she wasn’t a patient (ahem,...
Getting Braces as an Adult
Around this time of year, we do one of the most important things we can do for ourselves—make good New Year’s Resolutions. Self-reflection and motivation are our keys to success! Perhaps confidence has been on your list for a few years, and you know your smile is...
Will Insurance Pay for My Braces?
There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are changing colors, holiday music is beginning to swell all around us. It’s finally that special time of year, when we gather our loved ones close around the fire and… think about open enrollment in insurance plans? Yes, while...
How Long Does it Take to Get Braces?
Sometimes nerves get the best of us, even when we know something is for the best. If you’re considering braces but you’re feeling intimidated about the process, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about what getting braces is really like. Though the...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
Summery snacks perfect for the 4th!
Now that you’ve added braces into your equation, you may be hesitant about busting brackets on your favorite summery snacks. At Birmingham Orthodontics, we don’t want you to miss a single moment of the year’s peak season for fresh fruits and veggies, and just because...
Chapsticks We Love for Braces
It may be hard to stay excited about the amazing new smile you’re working on when every time you try to smile now the dry skin on your lips pulls and cracks. Chapped lips are common with braces, especially when you first get them, but relief is on its way! There are...
Flashback Friday: Before and After Braces
The summer before your senior year in high school, you’re sent out to a portrait studio with a bunch of your classmates, asked to don a fancy drape, and smile. Senior portraits are supposed to be exciting, but for me they were a nightmare. I’d always hated my smile,...
How to Thank Mom for Investing in Your Smile!
Take a moment to think about how much your mom has done for you. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Especially when it comes to your smile—she’s taught you how to take great care of your teeth and encouraged you to do it (even when you really didn’t want to), she’s taken you to...
Braces-Approved Mexican Foods in Honor of Cinco de Mayo!
On Cinco de Mayo, we all love to join in the celebration of Mexican culture! Parades, music, food, and dancing… and, of course, the amazing cuisine. If you’re sporting braces this Cinco de Mayo, you may be worried about missing out on your favorite foods—what will you...
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
Summery snacks perfect for the 4th!
Now that you’ve added braces into your equation, you may be hesitant about busting brackets on your favorite summery snacks. At Birmingham Orthodontics, we don’t want you to miss a single moment of the year’s peak season for fresh fruits and veggies, and just because...
Chapsticks We Love for Braces
It may be hard to stay excited about the amazing new smile you’re working on when every time you try to smile now the dry skin on your lips pulls and cracks. Chapped lips are common with braces, especially when you first get them, but relief is on its way! There are...
Flashback Friday: Before and After Braces
The summer before your senior year in high school, you’re sent out to a portrait studio with a bunch of your classmates, asked to don a fancy drape, and smile. Senior portraits are supposed to be exciting, but for me they were a nightmare. I’d always hated my smile,...
How to Thank Mom for Investing in Your Smile!
Take a moment to think about how much your mom has done for you. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Especially when it comes to your smile—she’s taught you how to take great care of your teeth and encouraged you to do it (even when you really didn’t want to), she’s taken you to...
Braces-Approved Mexican Foods in Honor of Cinco de Mayo!
On Cinco de Mayo, we all love to join in the celebration of Mexican culture! Parades, music, food, and dancing… and, of course, the amazing cuisine. If you’re sporting braces this Cinco de Mayo, you may be worried about missing out on your favorite foods—what will you...
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces?
There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child grow, hitting milestones and learning new things every day. As your child’s teeth come in, however, you may be wondering if they will one day need braces—how will you know when and if that time comes? Kids...
Early Intervention Matters! Which Conditions Require Early Intervention and Why
We understand the dilemma many parents may face when it comes to early orthodontic treatment for their young ones—you want to make sure your child gets the best treatment possible, but you also fear wasting time and money if your child’s teeth are just going to continue shifting and moving as they grow. That’s why we want to talk about which conditions you need to be concerned about early on. These issues will respond well to early treatment, which will save you and your child major headaches—literally and figuratively—later in life.
Overbites, Underbites, and Crossbites—Understanding the Difference
You’ve heard of overbites, underbites, and crossbites; you or your child may even be suffering from one of these conditions—but how exactly do you know which is which? It may seem difficult to keep these terms straight in your head, but fortunately they aren’t...
Summery snacks perfect for the 4th!
Now that you’ve added braces into your equation, you may be hesitant about busting brackets on your favorite summery snacks. At Birmingham Orthodontics, we don’t want you to miss a single moment of the year’s peak season for fresh fruits and veggies, and just because...
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces?
There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child grow, hitting milestones and learning new things every day. As your child’s teeth come in, however, you may be wondering if they will one day need braces—how will you know when and if that time comes? Kids...
Early Intervention Matters! Which Conditions Require Early Intervention and Why
We understand the dilemma many parents may face when it comes to early orthodontic treatment for their young ones—you want to make sure your child gets the best treatment possible, but you also fear wasting time and money if your child’s teeth are just going to continue shifting and moving as they grow. That’s why we want to talk about which conditions you need to be concerned about early on. These issues will respond well to early treatment, which will save you and your child major headaches—literally and figuratively—later in life.
Five Gifts to Give the Kid Who Just Got Braces
Let’s be honest—getting braces is kind of a big deal. When a kid in your life gets braces, it can be a monumental time for everyone! You get excited for their bright future full of confident, healthy smiles, but of course it may not be as easy for them to gear up for...
Back to School Braces Tips
A new school year opens you up to all kinds of new possibilities: new teachers, friends, activities, and memories. And if you’re starting this year with new braces, you’ll want to make sure those memories don’t include any embarrassing orthodontic faux-paus! Don’t...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Three Ways to Impact Someone with Your Smile
We talk a lot about the power of smiling here at Birmingham Orthodontics because we believe it can’t be understated. Did you know, for example, that smiling boosts your mood, your immune system, and relieves stress? We love smiles, and as we work on our own, we want...
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces?
There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child grow, hitting milestones and learning new things every day. As your child’s teeth come in, however, you may be wondering if they will one day need braces—how will you know when and if that time comes? Kids...
Early Intervention Matters! Which Conditions Require Early Intervention and Why
We understand the dilemma many parents may face when it comes to early orthodontic treatment for their young ones—you want to make sure your child gets the best treatment possible, but you also fear wasting time and money if your child’s teeth are just going to continue shifting and moving as they grow. That’s why we want to talk about which conditions you need to be concerned about early on. These issues will respond well to early treatment, which will save you and your child major headaches—literally and figuratively—later in life.
Five Gifts to Give the Kid Who Just Got Braces
Let’s be honest—getting braces is kind of a big deal. When a kid in your life gets braces, it can be a monumental time for everyone! You get excited for their bright future full of confident, healthy smiles, but of course it may not be as easy for them to gear up for...
Back to School Braces Tips
A new school year opens you up to all kinds of new possibilities: new teachers, friends, activities, and memories. And if you’re starting this year with new braces, you’ll want to make sure those memories don’t include any embarrassing orthodontic faux-paus! Don’t...
Can I Chew Gum with Braces?
Humans love—and have always loved—chewing gum. If you read our post about the weird ways we used to clean our teeth, you’ll remember some of the ways people have been getting their freshening fix for centuries: tree sap, sweet grass, and wax to name a few. It’s no...
Three Ways to Impact Someone with Your Smile
We talk a lot about the power of smiling here at Birmingham Orthodontics because we believe it can’t be understated. Did you know, for example, that smiling boosts your mood, your immune system, and relieves stress? We love smiles, and as we work on our own, we want...
Will Insurance Pay for My Braces?
There’s a chill in the air, the leaves are changing colors, holiday music is beginning to swell all around us. It’s finally that special time of year, when we gather our loved ones close around the fire and… think about open enrollment in insurance plans? Yes, while...
How Long Does it Take to Get Braces?
Sometimes nerves get the best of us, even when we know something is for the best. If you’re considering braces but you’re feeling intimidated about the process, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about what getting braces is really like. Though the...
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces?
There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child grow, hitting milestones and learning new things every day. As your child’s teeth come in, however, you may be wondering if they will one day need braces—how will you know when and if that time comes? Kids...
Early Intervention Matters! Which Conditions Require Early Intervention and Why
We understand the dilemma many parents may face when it comes to early orthodontic treatment for their young ones—you want to make sure your child gets the best treatment possible, but you also fear wasting time and money if your child’s teeth are just going to continue shifting and moving as they grow. That’s why we want to talk about which conditions you need to be concerned about early on. These issues will respond well to early treatment, which will save you and your child major headaches—literally and figuratively—later in life.