Children’s Orthodontics London

Does your little one have uneven or overlapping teeth?

Is brushing them properly already a challenge?

Why not consider visiting a children’s orthodontist in London? Our experts at The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry can help – early intervention treatment can make an incredible difference for your children.

Do you need a children’s orthodontist in London?

Orthodontics is an area of dentistry concerned solely with correcting the bite and position of healthy teeth.

Patients young and old who would benefit from orthodontic dentistry include those living with malocclusions (bad bites) thanks to issues with:

Crowding

When teeth grow through incorrectly, the can overlap, leading to an overcrowded mouth.

Incorrect spacing

If the spacing between the teeth is uneven, either too close or too far, it can look unsightly and make maintaining your oral hygiene difficult.

Tooth rotation

Sometimes, teeth can grow through twisted or rotated, ruining the symmetry of the smile and the function of the bite.

Crossbite and retrognathia

Also known as an underbite or overbite. If the upper teeth fit inside the lower teeth, the lower jaw overlaps them, causing an underbite.

Likewise, if the lower teeth fit inside the upper teeth, the upper jaw can overlap, causing an overbite.

Open bite

Anterior open bites occur when the back teeth are together, but the front top and bottom teeth do not overlap.

Posterior open bites occur when the front teeth meet but the back teeth do not.

Pain

If your child experiences toothache or jaw pain or regularly bites themselves when chewing, this can be a good sign that their teeth are not in the right position.

Speech problems, including lisps

Misalignment can affect how you pronounce certain letters and sounds, while also lowering self-confidence.

If your children are experiencing any of these bite complications, it is essential that you visit a trusted children’s orthodontist in London to correct them. If not, the health of the teeth and the jaw’s structure can be compromised and slowly decline as children age – which can lead to ongoing health problems and an unsightly smile.

Benefits of orthodontic treatments in childhood

Though it may seem slightly controversial to some, orthodontic treatment as a teenager or even an adult is recommended as a last-case solution – it is much more beneficial for patients to undergo orthodontic treatment at a young age.

But what are these benefits?

Treatment is faster the younger you are

Children are often excellent candidates for orthodontics because their mouths are still growing.

This means teeth can be repositioned faster, so treatment is more effective and doesn’t need to last as long.

This is also why adults might need to wear braces for longer, as their teeth and jaws are already fully developed.

Stopping problems now – and in the future

If your children have one (or more) of the aforementioned dental problems and don’t have treatment, this can lead to serious consequences that could affect them for the rest of their lives. This ranges from cavities to jaw pain, to trouble eating and speech issues, and beyond.

Visiting a children’s orthodontist in London can also help prevent further, more serious ones from arising.

Good oral hygiene habits are established

One of the biggest gifts you can give your little ones is autonomy and an understanding of how to look after their own teeth.

This ensures that not only will their first (milk) teeth remain healthy but they will also maintain this level of hygiene with their permanent (adult) teeth.

This will avoid issues with tooth decay, gum disease, and serious complications like tooth loss.

Ensuring the permanent teeth come through correctly

If early errors in tooth eruption are caught, they can be swiftly corrected to avoid the development of more complex issues.

This can also mean that extractions of perfectly healthy teeth can be avoided.

Speech development is uninterrupted

If your children are experiencing issues when speaking, they might reduce the amount they are talking as a result.

This can lead to developmental delays in the worst instances and can even affect key life skills like reading and comprehension.

Correcting harmful habits

Though they can be a source of comfort for younger children, overuse of dummies or pacifiers, thumb-sucking, and tongue-thrusting can cause long-lasting trauma to the front teeth especially.

Correcting these habits young can limit future damage, especially to permanent teeth.

Boosting self-esteem

Orthodontic treatment will positively affect a patient’s self-esteem.

By ensuring and maintaining a healthy smile, your children will feel more confident in social settings – something that could help them to fully embrace any challenges and opportunities that come their way.

Meet your expert orthodontist, Dr Biju Krishnan

Dr Biju Krishnan has offered orthodontic treatments for over 25 years, treating over 2,000 patients of all age ranges to achieve their perfect smile. This includes patients with dental phobias who have been able to overcome their fears and receive treatment and children who need orthodontic treatment to correct malocclusions.

Having won multiple awards for his dental treatments – as well as treating patients such as TOWIE star Billie Faiers, Holly Willoughby, Alexandra Burke, Dalreena Poonam Gill (Miss World), and Kirk Norcross – you’re in the best hands for perfecting your smile with Dr Krishnan.

Dr Biju Krishnan - The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry

Children’s orthodontic treatment options

No matter your age and the severity of your malocclusion, there are many different treatments for our youngest patients who need a children’s orthodontist in London.

This wide variety of treatments comes from major advancements in orthodontic technology and practices – all of which mean that orthodontics has never been more accessible.

Here at LCCD, we can provide a selection of treatments suitable for children and young people, all of which are explored in more detail below and can also be discussed during a starter consultation.

Invisalign

For discreet but effective straightening, consider Invisalign First aligner treatment, designed for children aged 6-10 years of age.

Over a series of bespoke clear aligners, your little one’s teeth are gradually moved into a straighter position, without the sensation of metal wires and brackets.

Plus, as the aligner is removed for eating and drinking, kids don’t have to miss out and can still indulge in all of their favourite foods.

Lingual braces

Like traditional braces, lingual braces use brackets and wires to apply mild pressure to the teeth and gums, realigning the smile.

However, unlike traditional systems, lingual braces are applied at the back of the teeth instead, on the areas you can touch with your tongue.

Lingual braces can be a better option for younger patients as they can be more gentle on the teeth than traditional braces – any rubbing can be easily sorted with a bit of dental wax.

Traditional braces

Made up of traditional elements like an archwire and brackets, traditional braces have long been used on our smallest patients, helping to correct even complex malocclusions.

Treatment time will depend on the severity of the orthodontic issues and the orthodontic system chosen – all of which be considered in a bespoke treatment plan and discussed with you and your child at your consultation.

Traditional braces are often the best option, as they can work faster for younger patients – but they can require a more limited diet, so it’s important to discuss this with your little one in advance.

Why choose The London Centre for Cosmetic Dentistry for your child?

We understand that orthodontics for children can seem like an intense step for parents.

However, not only does it give them the best chance of maintaining excellent oral health in the future, but most little ones are also very resilient and surprise their parents by taking on a very responsible attitude towards their braces or aligners – helping treatment to pass quickly.

To make everyone less nervous, here at LCCD, we offer high-quality patient-led care and provide bespoke treatment for families looking for a children’s orthodontist in London.

This includes a variety of methods to help children understand and feel confident throughout the experience, such as:

Using diagrams and pictures
Letting them see all of the parts beforehand
Emphasising the positives of orthodontic treatment
Being honest about possible discomfort, how long it might last, and how this can be minimised
Talking to them about their treatment in an age-appropriate way, step-by-step

This can even include demonstrating on one of their soft toys if it helps to put their mind at ease.

This way, alongside using the highest quality techniques and materials, our experienced and rigorously trained staff can ensure your little one sets off on their orthodontic journey calmly and with confidence, knowing exactly what will happen next.

To book a consultation with an experienced children’s orthodontist in London today, call us on 0207 722 1235 or send us an email and we’ll get back to you with a range of appointment times.

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The consultation gives you a chance to meet our dentists and ask any questions you may have. They will assess your smile and go through your treatment options, the process and costs.