• McIndoe Surgical Centre
• Orthodontics
• Treatment of the growing child

Correct timing of orthodontic treatment to get the best results in the growing child can make all the difference.

Early detection of an orthodontic problem can often prevent further deterioration by some simple early treatment. The ideal age for an assessment is 9 years of age, although treatment is often deferred until later when all the permanent teeth have come through. It is definitely worth getting an opinion at this age to assess your child.

A variety of treatments for children are available including Functional appliances which work best in growing individuals. These types of appliances can be removed for eating and contact sports and can transform a child who might present with a small bottom jaw.

This patient was treated with a functional appliance and shows the improvement in facial profile which can be achieved.

Removable braces may be suitable for treating mild problems.

This patient with gum disease was treated with a simple removable brace for 4 months.

Fixed appliances are the “train-track” type of appliances which are highly sophisticated and produce high quality results.

Private orthodontics enables to use of the most aesthetic appliances which are tooth coloured and a lot less visible.

Funky colours are also very popular with our younger fashion- conscious patients.

Tooth coloured brackets are very aesthetic...even Tom Cruise had these to perfect his smile!

Retainers are required to be worn at the end of all forms of orthodontic treatment and prevent your teeth from moving. Initially retainers are worn full time and then just in bed at night. Many patients continue wearing their retainers the odd night a week long term.