Orthodontics: Older Child
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Orthodontist
Asked by D.H. from Sacramento
on October 5, 2008
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Does anyone know of a great Orthodontist in the Sacramento area? My kids are all going to need braces so I need someone cheap, but know what they are doing. I am willi...
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- My son was deathly afraid of going to the dentist. The first dental office wanted him to miss a series of Fridays at school so they could sedate him to work on him. ...
- I am not sure where you live but we see Dr. John Oshetski behind the Walmart on Elk Grove Blvd in Elk Grove. I had to get braces at the same time as my 9 year old daug...
- Hi D., Check out my profile to see my dental experience. The orthodontist I would see personally is Dr. Michael Payne on American River Drive near Watt Avenue. He is ...
Orthodontics for 10 Year Old?
Asked by C.B. from Los Angeles
on February 3, 2009
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Hey moms,
My ten year old son had his routine dental exam yesterday. The dental office recommended an ortho exam for him, but did not give me any specifics why. Las...
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- I don't have a real answer for you, but I was an ortho assistant 20 years ago. Prior to working there, my little (very little, 8 year old cousin got braces) I was 14...
- I was a product of very young orthodontics... I don't think it was a bad experience, but by the time I was in high school and still had braces, I was sick of them. I ...
- I have amazing and wonderful teeth.... due to five years of rigorous orthodonics. I started in the fourth grade (so I was ten as well) and didn't get them off until h...
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...
Pediatric Orthodontist
Asked by S.A. from Denver
on March 1, 2011
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Does anyone have opinions on these orthodontists? Parker Orthodontics Dr. Jeffery Collins, Inspireorthodontics Dr. Wade Housewright, or Theroux orthodontics Dr Kevi...
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- Dr. Theodore Moore!!!
- Dr. Garza in castle rock is absolutely amazing. Not the cheapest, but by far the best in the local area. Good luck!
- My daughters are patients of Dr. Collins. Being a former dental assistant in general dentistry, and having had orthodontia myself, I am very impressed with his work. ...
Looking for Good Pediatric Orthodontist in Northwest Austin
Asked by Y.L. from Austin
on September 14, 2009
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Just moved to Austin and looking for a good pediatric orthodontist for 7 year old son.
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- We love our pediatric orthodontist, Dr. Bert Vasut! ###-###-#### Cypress Creek Road near Lakeline.
- Dr. Danny Watts is excellent. My kids love him. Here is his website: http://www.pediatricdentalprofessionals.com/ he is located just off 360 near 183.
- Hi Y., We have liked Dr. Buckman of Owen & Buckman Orthodontics, he has offices off of 360 near Spicewood Springs and farther north off 183 near Lake Creek Pkwy. Y...
8 Year Old Needing Orthodontics
Asked by J.S. from Los Angeles
on August 7, 2008
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Hi Ladies. I'm interested to see if any of your children started orthodontic work as early as age 8. The orthodontist said that she is ready to start correcting a cr...
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- My 15 year old started the same thing around age 8 or so. Never had to have braces but did wear a head gear at night only for some time. Her teeth are gorgeous now! ...
- Hi J., I don't know who your kids ortho is, but I have a 21 year old that now has perfect teeth and one that just turned 11. I used to live over that side of the v...
- My daughter was 11 when she got her braces. She also had a crossbite and needed an expander. The orthodontist we originally started with told me I should have brough...
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...
Need a Great Children's Orthodontist in the Euless/Grapevine Area
Asked by C.P. from Dallas
on May 24, 2007
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Our dentist wants my 8 y.o. to see an orthodontist right away; her mouth is tiny, and her baby teeth are tiny as well. However, she has shed 4 teeth and the permanen...
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- I had a similar case as your daughter. Back in the day, they pulled baby and permanent teeth in small mouths to help the remaining teeth fit. Now, I hear they are stee...
- We use Smiles for Kids in Colleyville on Hwy 26 and Hall Johnson. Dr Gober can recommend one if you actually need one. My daughter LOVES going to this dentist!!! She ...
- Hi C.! She is not to young. Consultations are free most places. I recomend Dr. Sheila Birth and Dr. Charles Stewart with Professional Smiles. I am a dental assistan...
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 ...
Orthodontist Consultation for 8 Yr Old
Asked by L.R. from Dallas
on June 5, 2009
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My 8 yr old son has lost several baby teeth and is in the process of having adult teeth grow in. His mouth is crowded and there doesn't seem to be much room for the n...
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- I am a dental hygienist that works for a regular dentist and we refer out to several orthodontists. Earlier planning is much better because if he is having crowding is...
- Where do you live? I can probably give you some names for a consult. It's usually the norm to have an orthodontic visit for crowding between ages 8-10. Most orthodonti...
- You didn't mention what town you live in. That might help with a location. Later
