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Dr. Ron Erkis, Dr. Lynnsay Hickman, and team

Kids Getting Braces at a Younger Age

Drs. Ron Erkis and Lynnsay Hickman will tell you that braces were originally considered to be best appropriate for teens. But these days, kids as old as seven are beginning their orthodontic treatment. Because preadolescent kids are typically not self-conscious, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists suggest it could be a good idea to start early.

Experts, however, say it depends on the treatment required. Some children who get braces at an early age end up in a second phase of treatment, and end up having braces well into their teenage years despite starting young.

Most orthodontic treatment begins between ages nine and 14, and the folks at the AAO estimate most orthodontic treatment lasts from one to three years, with two years being the average. It’s important, however, that children be screened no later than age seven for Dr. Erkis and Dr. Hickman to assess what the best age for treatment is.

Hope this helps! Give Erkis & Hickman Orthodontics a call if you have any questions about your child’s treatment!

What, Exactly, is Malocclusion?

Malocclusion, or what Drs. Ron Erkis and Lynnsay Hickman call “bad bite,” is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, the ability to properly care for your teeth, your gum tissue health and even your appearance.

Most people experience some degree of malocclusion, but it generally is not severe enough to require corrective measures. If your malocclusion is serious enough, however, treatment may be necessary to correct the issue.

Dr. Erkis and Dr. Hickman will tell you that untreated malocclusion can lead undesirable mouth problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, or chipped and cracked teeth. The most common solution for malocclusion, of course, is orthodontic treatment. The actual course of treatment, including the length of time you will require braces, will be determined by severity of your malocclusion. The goal of your treatment is to move your teeth into the proper position and correct any misalignment in the jaw.

At Erkis & Hickman Orthodontics, we use the most advanced technology in the field in order to ensure that you receive the best possible results. If you have any questions about malocclusion, please give us a call and we’ll try to answer any questions you may have.

Summer FUN with Erkis and Hickman Orthodontics!

It’s summer here at Erkis & Hickman Orthodontics, a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories. Whether you are headed to a barbecue, a camping trip, hitting America’s open roads or just having fun in the backyard, Drs. Ron Erkis, Lynnsay Hickman and our team want to hear all about it!

We encourage you to post any photos from your adventures to our Facebook wall!

Happy travels!