Rising Star: Free Pediatric Orthodontic Growth Monitoring
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!
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
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!
What Our Patients Are Saying
Outstanding, conscientious care! They’ve been meeting my family ortho. Needs since 1990.
jackie rogalski
Very informative and kind staff!
Zahra Hargens Iliff
Dr. Syverson’s practice is exemplary — I am glad they are helping me to correct
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My son lost his retainers, but found an old top retainer. The technician was able
Read More Catherine Hunter
Always friendly with great service. Never a problem getting in when it’s urgent.
Charlotte Krech
Very friendly place. Very clean. Love the staff 💞
Alondra Beltran
Good place, kind, easy scheduling, we like the dog in office the most.
L MO
Love the staff! Everyone is friendly and efficient.
Lyssa Smock
I’ve been going here since High school and required re-treatment. They are amazing, and their
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Our Offices
Two convenient locations serving the greater Twin Cities area
Lakeside Orthodontics – Eagan
3340 Sherman Ct, Ste 200, Eagan, MN, 55121-5013
Lakeside Orthodontics – St. Paul
1696 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55105-1806
