USE OF DENTAL BRACES IN CHILDREN

The braces treatment process is called ORTHODONTICS. Dental disorders and closing disorders in the mouth are called molocclusion. DENTAL BRACES treatment is the preferred method for the removal of moles.

Braces treatment in childhood is more efficient, because the bone structure is not fully settled in children yet, so teeth are formed more easily, and the treatment process can become more difficult as age increases.

BEFORE BRASS TREATMENT IN CHILDREN

Before the braces treatment of children, all dental problems in the mouth should be eliminated. Before starting orthodontic treatment, there should be no other dental problems in the mouth. For example, these are;

Tooth decay

Tooth extraction

Tooth filling etc.





HOW IS THE PRACTICE PROCESS TO WIRE TREATMENT IN CHILDREN?

Children may not be as brave as adults. Some children may have a fear of the dentist. For this reason, we should be smiling when starting treatment for children who come to the dentist and approach them with words of praise in order to prevent their fears.





THINGS TO CONSIDER AFTER INSTALLED BRACES IN CHILDREN



Sticky and hard foods should be avoided

Food should be plucked and not bitten.

Oral care must be taken very seriously.



WHAT ARE THE FOODS THAT CHILDREN SHOULD AVOID IN THE PROCESS OF WIRE TREATMENT?

Sodas (cola, soda)

Chewing gum

Candy

Hard foods (apple, pear)

cookie



HOW IS THE PROCESS AFTER THE WIRE IS INSTALLED IN CHILDREN?

There is pain for the first 24 hours after the braces are inserted. After 2-3 days, it starts to get used to the wires.

In the first days, the wires in the mouth may cause sores on the cheeks and lips. But all this is a process of getting used to, it will pass with time.

DOES CHILDREN PAIN WHEN INSTALLED BRACKETS?

The thing that children fear most about wearing braces is the fear that it will hurt while wearing them. But there is no need to worry because there is no pain when installing the brackets and arch wires.



WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF BRACES?

porcelain braces

ceramic braces

metal braces



Shyness and Shyness IN THE PROCESS OF BRACKET TREATMENT IN CHILDREN

Usually, children are uncomfortable with the appearance in their mouths after braces are placed. They may think that all people are looking at them, that they can make fun of them. But we should encourage children in this regard and gain self-confidence. We should remind them that this is a treatment process and they will have very healthy teeth in the future.



WHAT IS THE APPROPRIATE TIME FOR WIRE TREATMENT?

The best age for braces treatment is after 8 years of age. Early braces treatment saves the patient from more serious problems in the future.



SITUATIONS REQUESTING BRASS TREATMENT EXAMINATION IN CHILDREN

Early or late loss of milk teeth

unbalanced facial appearance

Not contacting the upper and lower teeth

Excessively forward or backward chin

unerupted teeth

Crooked or misplaced teeth

mouth breathing



WHAT IS DONE IN CHILDREN'S ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

Movable appliances

Extraoral appliances

Intraoral fixed appliances

jaw expansion

Impacted tooth maintenance



Early orthodontic treatment in children also prevents bad habits such as thumb sucking and mouth breathing.

HOW ARE THE PRICES OF CHILD ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT?

Treatment prices vary from patient to patient. The price varies according to the disorders in the teeth and jaw structures of the children, the appliances to be used and the treatment method, so it is difficult to give an exact figure.

WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT IN CHILDREN?

The treatment process in children gives results quickly. However, it may vary according to the age of the child and the treatment to be applied. The average treatment period is between 1-2.5 years in children who come without interrupting the examinations, pay attention to oral care, and do not consume foods that should be avoided.



DO CHILDREN CAUSE BRACES CARIES?

Braces do not cause caries. However, in children who do not pay attention to their oral health, the decay of the brackets can be seen.