Right Age

Young Children

Dr. Brochu recommends that a child receive his or her first orthodontic examination no later than age 7. Early diagnosis and treatment can correct small problems before they become big problems.

Typical signs of the need for an orthodontic exam may include, but are not limited to the early or late loss of teeth, difficulty in chewing, mouth-breathing, finger sucking, crowded teeth, jaw dysfunction, a sunken or protruding jaw or misaligned teeth. Signs of potential orthodontic problems may not be obvious. We offer initial exams free of charge. We find that they are the most sensible means to assure proper oral health.

In many cases early diagnosis and treatment can help to avoid more extensive treatment in the years after the jaw and face have developed. Multi-phase, early interceptive treatment is not always necessary but will be recommended when early treatment can benefit your child.

Adolescents

A healthy smile is a confident smile and we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to smile with confidence. Orthodontic treatment from Dr. Brochu can provide your teenagers with the opportunity to feel good about themselves and smile with confidence.

Orthodontics is more than straight teeth. An overbite, under bite, dysfunctional smile, or a sunken or protruding chin can be corrected with orthodontic treatment in most cases. Proper tooth and jaw alignment are critical to achieving proper long-term oral health.

One of the most recent developments in orthodontic treatment techniques is the innovation of smaller, more active braces. The small braces are less obvious, and when combined with a more active banding material, they reduce the number of visits to our office - fewer visits mean shorter treatment times.

Adults

Today's general public is typically very well informed, especially when it comes to proper health. What today's adults may not know is that it is never too late to realize a perfect and healthy smile for themselves. Adult orthodontic treatment is becoming increasingly more popular every day. Advances in technology now provide for more discriminate treatment and quicker results.

As we age, misalignment of the teeth is very common, even if you have had braces earlier in life. Often simple therapy is the answer to gaining or regaining a perfect and healthy smile. With fewer office visits, and the availability of aesthetic braces, there is no reason why every adult shouldn't have the perfect smile.