Kids deserve a smile head start. With Rising Star and Lakeside Orthodontics, kids aged 7 and up get exactly that—and a whole lot more!
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When should my child see an orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that parents schedule their child’s first orthodontic visit by age 7. It’s around this time that their little smiles have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, and because their jaws are still developing, it’s important to monitor how adult teeth come in.
Without growth monitoring, crowding and other potential problems may make orthodontic treatment more challenging later in life.
What is Orthodontic Growth Monitoring?
As your little one grows, your Lakeside Orthodontist can help watch for orthodontic issues before they become more serious, making the work of orthodontics in their later years a lot easier. For example, we’ll monitor:
- Potential cross-bite and open bite development
- Obstructive breathing issues—is your child a mouth breather?
- Position of baby and permanent teeth
- Dental overcrowding or spacing which could hinder or affect permanent tooth development or position
- How permanent teeth come in
- Teeth at risk for injury or decay due to protrusion or overcrowding
- Harmful habits that may cause orthodontic problems (thumb sucking)
- Oral hygiene and overall dental health
- A balanced facial appearance
Lakeside Orthodontics Reviews
Warm, friendly competent care from all members of the staff at Lakeside. My oldest is about to get his braces off, and we just signed on for braces for our youngest. We have never felt pressured into any decision. Everyone has been helpful answering questions and finding solutions along the way. Great experience all around!
I love this organization. They are very helpful and knowledgeable about their business practices. I really appreciate Kelly Wisner the treatment coordinator she is a great asset to Lakeside. My daughter has been a patient for 2 years and the staff is always pleasant. I recommend coming to visit and receive amazing service.💜
Super Friendly staff, very knowledgeable, and the care team is AMAZING! Oh and let's go with the fun extra perks like earning points to get toys/goodies, scavenger hunts, cookies, coffee and tea bar and on special occasions you might even find a hot chocolate bar or raffles to enter. There is a cozy seating area with kid activities as well.Thanks Lakeside!
Dr. Nesbit and all the staff at Lakeside Orthodontics have been fantastic. They’re friendly, take time to answer my questions, and make me feel comfortable with my treatment. I’m really happy I chose them and would definitely recommend them 👌👍
I had a great experience with Dr. Macabe and the staff at Advanced Oral Surgeons for my wisdom teeth removal. Everyone was welcoming, kind, and professional. They answered all of my questions and made me feel well taken care of throughout the visit. I really appreciated their hospitality and would recommend them to anyone looking for a great oral surgeon. Thanks doc!
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We Make Orthodontics Fun for Kids
Their free membership in Rising Star includes all kinds of free swag, birthday surprises, extra encouragement, and prizes … like we said: FUN!
Our goal is that, whether it be their own appointments or they’re just tagging along with a sibling, kids love coming to see us while learning how important taking care of their smiles is in the process.
It’s easy (and did we mention FUN?). Schedule your first, free consultation and get ready to blast off!
Sign up for our Rising Star program!
