Thunderbird Dental Accepts New Pediatric Patients for Preventative Early Orthodontic Treatment in Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) August 30, 2016 -- New patients who are interested in seeing a qualified orthodontist in Las Vegas, NV for early orthodontic treatments are now invited to meet with Dr. J. Eric Davis at Thunderbird Dental, without a referral. Highly experienced in orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Dr. Davis educates patients on the benefits of receiving an early orthodontic evaluation. These visits are not necessarily to straighten teeth, but to prepare and guide the growth of young patients’ oral development, and avoid later treatment.
Many parents are less concerned that their children have straight teeth at a young age and believe that there is no reason to take their children to see an orthodontist in Las Vegas, NV, until their teenage years. However, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive an orthodontic screening when they turn seven years old. The earlier a child is screened for orthodontic issues, the easier it is to detect problems that may occur later on and to change behavior patterns that could cause issues during their growth. Even if young patients do not receive treatment when they are evaluated, bringing them in at an early age can help Dr. Davis evaluate the growth patterns of their teeth. Studying changes in the teeth over time can help the Thunderbird Dental team create an effective, customized treatment plan that will begin when the child is old enough.
With some exceptions, a good time for orthodontic treatment for a majority of children is typically between the ages of 9 and 14. Most children lose all of their baby teeth around this time and have had all of their permanent teeth come in. If a child is suffering from overcrowding, protruding teeth or severe crossbite, early treatment is ideal because it is much easier to correct these conditions and straighten teeth while the jaw is still growing. Additionally, if a child still has baby teeth by the time they are between the ages of 12 and 14, it is a good idea to have their teeth evaluated. In some cases, a baby tooth may remain in the jaw because the permanent tooth is not above it. In other cases, permanent teeth may not erupt properly and might need to be brought down with surgical methods.
Dr. Davis encourages parents with young children to schedule a visit with an orthodontist in Las Vegas, NV at least by the age of seven. Appointments for orthodontic screenings can be scheduled by calling 702-545-0055.
About the Practice
Thunderbird Dental is a pediatric dental office providing personalized dental care to patients in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Dawn McClellan, and the entire team at Thunderbird Dental, pride themselves in offering a variety of services to patients with the latest technology at their new state-of-the-art facility. Dr. McClellan is a world-renowned pediatric dentist whose experienced care has reached around the world through her service as a commissioned officer in the United States Public Health Services, to becoming a co-founder of Dental Care International (DCI), a non-profit organization spreading dental health education. To learn more about Thunderbird Dental or the many services they offer, please visit http://www.thunderbirddental.com or call (702) 545-0055 to schedule an appointment.
Mary Knellinger, Progressive Dental Marketing, http://www.progressivedentalmarketing.com, +1 (727) 286-6211 Ext: 127, [email protected]
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