About Orthodontics

It's best for the orthodontist to see your child by age 7 to advise if a first phase of orthodontic treatment is required and the best time for your child to be treated. The first permanent molars and incisors have usually come in by that time and crossbites, crowding, and other problems can be evaluated. When first phase treatment is done at the right time, Dr. Aggarwal can guide the growth of the jaws and guide incoming permanent teeth. First phase treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, reduce the likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, and correct thumb-sucking. In other words, first phase treatment can simplify later second phase treatment.