Orthodontics: Child
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How to Choose an Orthodontist?
Asked by M.D. from Pittsburgh
on January 31, 2011
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Hello,
My daughter has been referred by her dentist to see an orthodontist. There are so many in our area, that I don't know how to choose. The dentist did give us...
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- We visited four orthos. When I made the apt. I told them I needed a consultation for braces. After a quick evaluation, they will walk you thru their process, timeline ...
- Hi--I don't know anything about this, other than what's at the link, but I recently heard about this alternative form of orthodontics, and thought it might be useful t...
- Make sure what days and times you will have to come for the adjustments. I was working and they fit me in twice during my break. As soon as I got them on, I had to co...
When Did You Start the Orthodontics Process with Your Kids?
Asked by A.P. from Austin
on May 3, 2008
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Our dentist has said we need to start the orthodontics process with our 7yo. This feels awfully young to me. I remember hearing vague murmurings in the past that if ...
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- My grandson has an overbite, and the dentist said when his back molars finish coming in, he should start braces. he's 6 and a half, so i guess for some conditions, ear...
- It all depends on what needs to be done. I began orthodontic work when I was 7. I needed lots of things done. I did not completely finish until I was 20 yrs old. My da...
- i had braces when i was young. i started out having them on my top front teeth when i was in second grade. i don't remember when i got the full set, but i know i did...
Braces for a 6 Year Old??
Asked by A.J. from Medford
on June 14, 2011
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My daughter's dentists has recommended that we take her to see an orthodontist. She will be 6 in October and has had a pretty significant under bite ever since her te...
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- They won't necessarily start that young. They'll most likely check her out to plan ahead. I had a retainer because of a significant problem at age 8. My daughter ha...
- Like the others have said, doubt they will actually do anything now, but as a consult will give you future plans.
- My son is 7 and has to see the orthodontist for some spacers b/c his teeth are coming in crooked. Poor kid has inherited my terrible bite! Every person's mouth is ...
4 Year Old Daughter Needs Orthodontics
Asked by P.K. from Los Angeles
on April 15, 2008
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I recently took my 4-year-old daughter to the dentist. He told me she has a cross bite(which is obvious when she closes her teeth). He felt it was important to immed...
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- My friend's daughter needed the same apparatus to expand her upper palate too, she was also around 4 years old when treatment was started. she is now having it remove...
- Yes, I think that your dentist is right. My son had to have orthodontics at an early age, as he began to have trouble swallowing. Better to start now, before it gets...
- My son, Kyle, is eight. His orthodontic work began when he was six. His dentist does work with children as young as four. My son stills wears a non-removable (we lost ...
Seeking Orthodontist in Arlington Area
Asked by L.F. from Dallas
on December 16, 2008
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Who to chose?!! 12 yr old daughter needs braces, any recommendations on Orthodontist in Arlington area. Thanks!
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- Dr. Moody Alexander is fabulous!! I highly recommend him.
- Hi L., Sounds like there are some great orthodontists around. We love Dr. Barbare and his staff. Cooper rd in Arlington. Just South of the 20. The traffic is...
- Dr. Moody Alexander on Mitchell, son of Dr. "Wick" Alexander and is awesome. We are using him second generation. V. B.
Root Canal and Crown for My 6 Year Old
Asked by L.R. from Chicago
on August 25, 2009
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does this sound correct... a root canal and crown on my 6 year old. i was told she need it because she would have that tooth until she was 11-12. How painful is this...
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- I would get a second opinion
- I would get a second opinion. My dentist is great with kids and he is very honest. I was told I needed a bridge immediately. He gave me a second opinion for free and t...
- My son (then 6 now 7)just narrowly avoided a root canal (we got a second opinion) but did end up with a crown. It is on a molar that he will have for a while. He d...
Orthodontist Recommendation for 14 Year Old
Asked by S.T. from Los Angeles
on August 30, 2008
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Can anyone recommend an orthodontist around the Oak Park area. I don't mind traveling if necessary.
Thank you very much for your suggestions.
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- Dr Dandona and Dr Curry in Agoura Hills. My mom works in the front office. Call and ask for Ellie. Tell her S. her daughter gave you the info ###-###-#### Good Luck!
- Dr. Dandona is the best. I have been to other orthodontist and it was an awful experience. Dr. Dandona's office staff is great. They are gentle and get the job done. I...
- I'm in a business group with an orthodontist who is great and I know his office manager Christine. His name is Dr. Chad M. Wright, DDS, MSD at The Wright Center for Or...
Advice on 6 Year Old Sucking Her Thumb!
Asked by S.H. from Dallas
on October 14, 2008
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Hi Moms - I need any advice or proven techniques that you all have used to stop thumb sucking. My 6 year old still sucks her thumb and we have tried verbally reminding...
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- I sucked my thumb until I was 10 or 11. I just did it at night for comfort. I stopped myself finally by laying on my hands at night, and falling asleep without sucking...
- Lisa P. is right on. Unless her dentist is concerned, try to ignore it. I tell my daughter not to do it in front of me. The orthodontist can put a thumb guard in he...
- I know a lot of people are responding with great advise but, I sucked my thumb until I was 12-13 and my dentist actually told my mother that sucking my thumb prevented...
How Can I Get My 6 Year Old to Stop Sucking Her Thumb?
Asked by M.H. from Seattle
on July 1, 2008
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My oldest and youngest had binkies. We just threw all of our 2 year olds binkies away and it was so easy. But now here's my 6 year old and she still sucks her thumb. I...
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- I still completely remember how I stopped sucking my thumb at 6 years old. I was always getting in trouble for my indulgence. My mom tried bad-tasting stuff and I even...
- Hello MH (My initials are MH too), My daughter was around 3 when we encouraged her to stop sucking her thumb. She would suck her thumb and rub her ear - so much so...
- I am not sure how to answer your question but wanted to wish you good luck. My first was a paci kiddo too and we tossed them at 20 months my second child is a thumb su...
Thumb Sucking 5 Year Old
Asked by M.L. from Phoenix
on October 24, 2008
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Need ideas on how to help my 5 year old stop sucking her thumb. She has done it since BEFORE she was born! (We have an ultrasound photo with her thumb in her mouth!)
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- Let her stop when she's ready to stop. I sucked my thumb until I was 8 and I have a 7 year old who sucks her thumb (my other 2 have never sucked their thumbs). Over th...
- Give back the animal! My step daughter has sucked her thumb since birth and she is nine!! Not completely all our fault she still does it, but taking the animal takes ...
- M., My parents had told me they would get me a bike if I would quit (I was 5 at the time). That thumb was out and that bike was mine, maybe the ear piercing might w...
