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5 Types of Common Tooth Misalignment

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Tooth misalignment were first categorized into different classes by Dr. Edward Angle, an American dentist from the mid- ‘80s widely known as the “father of modern orthodontics”. He named them malocclusion and classified them into 3 main classes in relation to the position of the upper first molar. https://totallyorthodontics.com/5-types-of-common-tooth-misalignment/

Benefits of Early Orthodontic Treatment

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Are you considering early orthodontic treatment for your child? When we speak about “early” treatment or “interceptive” treatment, we are referring to treatment that is performed while baby teeth are still present in the mouth. The Canadian Association of Orthodontists suggests children seek orthodontic treatment around the age of seven. Why You Should Visit Your Orthodontist in NE Calgary In stage one of early orthodontic treatment, issues like underbites and the jaw’s growth pattern are corrected. Interceptive treatment can also create adequate space in the mouth for permanent (adult) teeth to properly erupt without becoming crowded or requiring extraction. A primary benefit of early orthodontic treatment is that your child’s jaw’s and bones are malleable, which means  family braces in NE Calgary  will work quicker. Delaying treatment until all adult teeth have come in or until facial growth is virtually complete may make problems more difficult to correct. Read Mo...