Primary tooth stage (3-6 years old): If the primary teeth are irregularly arranged or malocclusion, opening and closing (partial occlusion) occurs at this stage, it should be corrected as soon as possible. At this time, the child's permanent teeth have not erupted, and the root of deciduous teeth has not been absorbed and is relatively stable. It can be corrected by wearing oral appliance, and the course of treatment is about 6 months. Early treatment is of great benefit to the normal development of children's maxillofacial region. If it is not corrected in time, it may aggravate the deformity in this rapid growth period.
Tooth-changing stage (girls: 8- 10 years old, boys: 9- 12 years old): At this time, new permanent teeth begin to erupt, teeth grow rapidly, and occlusion is unstable, which is the frequent period of tooth deformity and the best opportunity for tooth correction. If you find that your child has bad habits such as biting his lips, sticking out his tongue, and protruding his jaw, as well as abnormal facial morphology and tooth arrangement, you should go to the hospital in time to find a professional orthodontist to check whether it is dental, functional or skeletal malocclusion, and make clear the treatment plan.
Permanent tooth stage Permanent tooth stage (female:114 years old, male: 13- 15 years old): At this time, the child's teeth have been replaced, and the bones are basically shaped. Common malocclusions can be well treated at this stage.
Tips: Experts say that as long as parents find that their children's teeth are abnormal, they should go to the stomatology department in time. Good results can be achieved in deciduous teeth, tooth replacement and permanent teeth.
2 it is best for children to correct their teeth before 14 years old.
The age range of orthodontic treatment is very wide, but the best age suggested in clinic is between 12 years old and 14 years old, because after 14 years old, the jaw will enter a slow development period, which will prolong the orthodontic process and the effect may not be ideal.
How long does it take for children to correct their teeth? 1-2 years.
The time to correct teeth will be affected by age, deformity and the selected correction method. It usually takes about 1-2 years, and then the retainer is worn for a while. If the teeth are particularly irregular, there is a deep abdominal cover, a deep compound jaw, irregular dentition, and severe bite, it will take longer.
4 Precautions for children to correct their teeth Pay attention to diet and avoid chewing hard food, such as popsicles, ribs, chicken legs, beef jerky and snacks with cores and shells. Avoid chewing sticky food, such as chewing gum, glutinous rice products, milk candy, etc. Try not to drink drinks with high sugar content, such as coke, sprite, juice, etc.
Pay attention to oral hygiene. Brush your teeth every morning and evening and after three meals for at least three minutes at a time. Choose a high-quality toothbrush with soft hair and small head. There should be no food residue on the appliance and tooth surface. Rinse your mouth after drinking sweeter and more sour drinks.
Note that it is best for children to wear the retainer for a period of time after orthodontics, otherwise it is easy to rebound and affect the correction effect, and parents need to supervise their children.