Earlier we detect growth and dental issues, the easier they are to treat. That’s why we offer Early Interceptive Orthodontics — a treatment focused on guiding proper jaw development in young children. Starting early ensures there’s enough room for teeth to grow straight, the tongue can rest correctly, and the airway stays open for healthy breathing.
Early Interceptive Orthodontics For Better Breathing
We Look Beyond Just Teeth
Many people think orthodontics is only about straightening teeth — but at Kadri Dental, we see the bigger picture. When we assess your child’s smile, we also evaluate their jaw development, breathing patterns, and tongue posture. By addressing these factors early, we can help prevent serious issues down the road.
Advanced Technology for Clear Diagnosis
After thoroughly understanding your child’s development, we use advanced tools like 3D facial scans and cone beam CT (CBCT) imaging. This technology allows us to see not only the teeth but also the airway, jaw position, and facial bones. With this complete view, we design a personalized treatment plan tailored to your child’s needs.
What Problems Can We Fix?
- Mouth breathing – Expanding the jaw and improving tongue posture encourages healthier nasal breathing.
- Narrow palate or upper jaw – This can restrict airflow and contribute to sleep problems like snoring.
- Overbites and crossbites – Correcting these early prevents damage to teeth and jaw joints.
- Facial imbalances – Guiding jaw growth supports balanced facial development and a natural appearance.
Benefits of Early Interceptive Orthodontics
- Better breathing – Improved jaw space keeps the airway open for easier breathing, day and night.
- Healthier sleep – An open airway helps children sleep more soundly and wake up refreshed.
- Reduced need for braces later – Guiding growth early can make future orthodontic treatment easier and shorter.
- Balanced facial development – Early intervention promotes healthy, natural facial growth.
How Does the Process Work at Kadri Dental?
Simple and family-friendly — here’s what to expect:
Step 1: Comprehensive Examination
We begin with a thorough evaluation of your child’s bite, jaw position, and breathing. We check for signs like crowded teeth, mouth breathing, and snoring.
Step 2: Advanced Imaging
We use 3D scanning and CBCT imaging to see the full picture — teeth, airway, and facial bones. This helps us design a plan that treats your child as a whole, not just their teeth.
Step 3: Personalized Treatment Plan
We create a custom treatment plan focused on guiding jaw growth, improving tongue posture, and encouraging proper breathing.
Step 4: Gentle Appliance Use
Your child may wear a palatal expander or another gentle device that works while they eat, talk, and sleep — gradually guiding proper development.
Step 5: Regular Check-Ups
We closely monitor progress to make sure growth stays on track, adjusting the plan if needed.
Step 6: Long-Term Guidance
Even after treatment, we keep an eye on your child’s development to protect their results and catch any new changes early.
Which Devices We Use at Kadri Dental?
Space Maintainer
At Kadri Dental, we use space maintainers to create the space needed for permanent teeth if children lose teeth too soon in the infant stage. If this is not done, adjacent teeth could shift to the space.
This may prevent the right tooth from being able to come in later. The Space Keeper aids in getting the permanent tooth to its proper place. This device is simple and can help save you from more serious dental problems in the future.
Palatal Expander
The Palatal Expander assists in widening the upper jaw for children who are growing. Here at Kadri Dental, we use this instrument for children with narrow jaws, crossbites, and crowding. By gradually expanding your upper jaw, we can create enough space for the permanent teeth to develop correctly.
The procedure is easy and lets the bones develop naturally. This treatment will make future orthodontic treatments easier and quicker.
Limited Braces
Limited braces are designed to correct small alignment issues in specific parts of your mouth. At Kadri Dental, we can suggest these for children in the beginning stages of orthodontic therapy. Such braces work on a small number of teeth instead of the entire mouth.
This lets us fix minor spacing, crowding, or bite issues before they become major. These could help reduce the need for full braces later on.
Extractions
Sometimes, the removal of teeth that are still in the baby stage is essential to allow the permanent tooth to grow properly. We at Kadri Dental advise extractions whenever a newborn tooth is preventing the growth process of an adult tooth or when a tooth is badly damaged.
Extractions during early orthodontic treatment aid in preventing crowding or misalignment. Our gentle method ensures that your child is safe and at ease during the procedure.
How Much Does Early Interceptive Orthodontics Cost?
Costs vary based on the type of appliance and length of treatment. At Kadri Dental, we believe in clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. We’ll also review your insurance options if coverage applies.
Why Choose Kadri Dental?
- Airway-Focused Care – We don’t just straighten teeth — we care for the whole face, airway, and breathing.
- Expert Team – Our dentists have specialized training in airway development and facial growth.
- Advanced Technology – Our 3D and CBCT scans show what other exams might miss.
- Kid-Friendly Environment – We make visits fun, comfortable, and positive for your child.
FAQs
Ages 6-7 are ideal for spotting early signs of jaw and airway issues.
Early care can reduce the severity of future problems, making later treatment easier and shorter.
If there’s not enough space for teeth or signs of breathing issues, an expander can help significantly.
