We know that it’s never too late to begin orthodontic treatment. But when it comes to children’s teeth, did you know that earlier consultation may be better than later? There are several ways that kids can benefit from seeing an orthodontist at an early age. But it’s important to understand that early evaluation isn’t necessarily followed by early treatment. In most cases, if orthodontic treatment is required, we simply monitor the child’s growth patterns until we see that it’s time for treatment to begin. This gives us an opportunity to get the best results in the most efficient way, and to help prevent future problems. At an early age if there is a wide disparity of tooth development, then seeking an expert’s advice is important to determine if the child would require orthodontic treatment later or not. For all the major teeth developmental issues related to crowding, overbite, under bite, crossbite, etc. the sooner the treatment begins it helps in giving better outcome as it acts as a support to the child’s natural growth process. Since a child’s jaw bones are still soft and they are still pliable, and corrective procedures work faster and more effectively than they do for teens and adults. The basic signs that indicate a child need for Orthodontic consultation are – Early, late or irregular loss of baby tooth – Difficulty in chewing or biting – Mouth breathing – Protruding teeth – Thumb sucking beyond the age of 5 – Under bite or Over bite – Crowded, Crooked or misplaced teeth – Jaws and teeth that are out of proportion to the rest of the face Dr. Deepak Kamalanathan, one of the leading prosthodontists in Chennai, brings years of experience in advanced dental care to his flourishing practice at Apple Dental. He is well-versed on advanced dental technologies. Services provided by the doctor include Zirconia, DMLS and PFM Crowns, Implant Prosthesis, Full Mouth Oral Rehabilitation, Veneers, BPS Dentures Fixing, Smile Design, Implant Retained Dentures etc. With highly trained dental team and state-of-the-art facilities, he is passionate about bringing high quality dental care to his patients at affordable costs. Want to make an informed decision about your dental treatment? Visit us @Apple Dental for a consultation where our dental experts can provide recommendations based on your medical history and clinical assessment to help you choose the most effective treatment option. Don’t wait any longer to achieve your perfect smile. Let us help you restore your confidence and improve your oral health. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, our team of dental experts at Apple Dental have got you covered.