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The Importance of early Orthodontic Treatment for Children

When you think of braces or other orthodontic treatments, teenaged adolescents likely come to mind. But did you know that research has shown that early intervention for children at a younger age can help promote healthier tooth development and reduce the need for more extensive treatment when the child is older? At Dentistry On 10, dentist Dr. Rina Kotecha promotes healthy smiles and oral development for children in the Mississauga, Ontario area with early orthodontic intervention and functional appliance therapy.

Orthodontic Dentist Treatment for Children in Mississauga Area

Signs of orthodontic issues in children

At regular dental checkups, we will examine your child’s teeth for any signs of abnormalities in their oral development that may need further evaluation or orthodontic treatment. Some of the signs and symptoms to watch out for include:

  • Delayed eruption of permanent teeth
  • Issues with chewing food properly
  • Crowded teeth 
  • Teeth that are out of place
  • Improper jaw alignment (which may be noticeable in your child’s facial profile)
  • Chronic mouth breathing instead of nasal breathing

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How early orthodontic intervention can help

Even if your child is not showing signs of needing orthodontic treatment, we recommend that children have an orthodontic evaluation prior to their teenage years so that any underlying issues with their tooth or jaw alignment can be addressed at an optimal age. By intervening earlier on in your child’s oral development, we can:

  • Create space and reduce crowding that would otherwise prevent the healthy eruption of permanent teeth.
  • Help guide permanent teeth into the proper position as they erupt.
  • Reduce airway problems.
  • Promote the development of a healthy bite and a healthy facial profile.
  • Lessen the impact of habits such as thumb-sucking.
  • Shorten the time needed for orthodontic treatment at an older age.

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When your child is older, and all of their permanent teeth have erupted, the second stage of orthodontic treatment will focus on proper alignment of the teeth. With early intervention, some children do not need a second phase of orthodontics because their tooth spacing and bite have naturally enabled their permanent teeth to grow into a healthy position. 

To schedule an orthodontic consultation for your child at Dentistry On 10, call our Mississauga, ON office today at (905) 455-9262!

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What issue did you have before you came here with your teeth? Before I came to see Doctor, there was a front tooth of mine which broke and that were two teeth put for me in front. Many years ago, in Tanzania and a slum. So, one day when I was eating something hard It broke so I had to come to doctor. I came and I showed Doctor and Doctor said this has to be removed. Once I remove this, we will have to put a bridge for you And I said Okay because without that two teeth in the front, I could not smile. I was looking terrible You know, so I said to doctor. Okay I’ll, I’ll, put a bridge, she said I’ll put fight for you and I said how much will it cost Doctor, and Doctor gave me the price and I told her OKAY. I have my son in Tanzania. I’m going to tell him about it, tell him about the price and see what he’s saying and asking should I do it here, Should I come to Tanzania and do it, and he told me no mum. I want you to do it with Doctor Rena. So go ahead. So, I came back and I told doctor I want to do it and she started working on me and one day I was called. That’s the day I was going to get my bridge. She told me you’ll have to have patience. You have to for three hours this work will take. I said Okay she handled me so well. The reason is I cannot lie flat on the bed, so I brought my pillow. I put my pillow and doctor worked and worked. Maybe Doctor was getting tired because you know they had to bend down, but she did it then she gave me a break after one and. 1/2 hour. I got up. I came out, had a walk, went back again, then she started again and after three hours she fixed the bridge and she said to me. Look, how do you look now? Oh God, I was shocked. I was shocked. I said doctor, look at my smile, it’s so good Now I don’t have to worry You know, so I can show Everybody, my teeth now like. That so that was it. And I’m so happy with Doctor Reena and I would recommend her to Anybody who ever wants to do a bridge Because she really handled me with care. I do not really know If I had gone some other dentist, if they would have had the patience, the patience she took with me was fantastic and I’m always thanking God for giving such a good doctor.


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Meet Dr. Rina Kotecha

Dr. Rina Kotecha is a graduate of the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She possesses 19 years of expertise in the dentistry field specializing in general dentistry. She has further qualifications from the MGE Executive Training Program and Master Implant Training Program while holding certification in Soft Tissue Management Program by DenMat. She completed the Rondeau Seminars in Level I Orthodontics and she is an active member of the Ontario Dental Association and Ontario Dental Implant Network.