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Interceptive Orthodontics

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Many parents maintain a reactive stance on dental health problems with their kids. They wait for a child’s permanent teeth to form fully before seeking remedies for obvious dental health issues. Unfortunately, this approach is counterproductive. It’s easier to treat orthodontic problems in the early stages of a child’s development.

At NOLA Pediatric Dentistry, we deliver interceptive orthodontic treatment to young children and pre-teens. Our treatments use early intervention to improve future outcomes for your children. They help correct dentofacial abnormalities before they transition into more challenging orthodontic problems. At each 6-month appointment, Dr. Kris does a complimentary orthodontic screening to assess your child’s smile. One thing to keep in mind while your child is in treatment with any appliance is to not allow your child to have any sticky candies. These can remove or destroy your child’s appliance!

What Is Interceptive Orthodontics?

Interceptive orthodontics is an aspect of early orthodontic treatment aimed at malocclusion prevention. The treatment also influences jaw development using removable or fixed appliances.

Interceptive treatment is effective because it tackles orthodontic problems when a child’s dentofacial features are not fully set. Many jaw and bite problems become more difficult to treat when a child reaches their teen years. In adulthood, correcting any such problems may require surgery.

The Best Age For Interceptive Orthodontics

There’s no best age to embrace interceptive orthodontics. You should bring in your child anytime there are obvious signs of dentofacial concerns. However, at NOLA Pediatric Dentistry, we recommend bringing your child for their first evaluation at the age of seven.

We will recommend a dental checkup timeline if our evaluations reveal that they don’t need interceptive orthodontic treatment yet.

Following the timeline allows us to monitor the child’s dental development, staying on top of any situations before they become major problems.

Our Interceptive Orthodontics Solutions

At NOLA Pediatric Dentistry, we deliver holistic interceptive orthodontics services for all children. Dr. Kris’s specialized training ensures comprehensive care for your child.

Space Maintainers

A space maintainer is a special orthodontic appliance that helps keep the space open for your child’s permanent tooth to grow into its rightful position. You can eliminate some corrective dental appointments with this simple removable or fixed device.

Your child’s baby teeth act as a guide for permanent ones. Space maintainers keep the new eruption from drifting into the wrong space following the early loss of baby teeth.

Crowding Prevention

At NOLA Pediatric Dentistry, we help prevent crowding through guided eruptions. We recommend starting this treatment when your child is around seven years of age or as the permanent front teeth begin to appear. Crowded teeth prevention encourages natural alignment.

Habit Appliance

Does your child have a finger or thumb habit? A habit appliance will help stop it. The device can also correct improper swallowing patterns and, perhaps most importantly, poor tongue positioning.

Tongue posture has a significant impact on teeth. Using a habit appliance helps minimize harmful impact. Keep in mind that habit appliances are not removable. They are designed for adhesion to the back molars. However, these appliances are not made to inflict any pain or discomfort on your child. Our goal is to not shame your child for their habit. These appliances are designed to be a friendly reminder to your child who wants to stop their habit, but may need a little help!

Palate Expanders

We use palate expanders to prevent malocclusion and misalignment. However, these devices can also help your child breathe better. Palatal expander devices feature acrylic and metal. As the names imply, they rest against the palate. We bond the devices to the upper molars to keep them in place.

However, we can also provide removable palate expanders. We give you special keys to make small adjustments to the palate expanders each day to gradually expand the palate size. We advise our patients to wear the expanders for three to six months for sustainable results.

NOLA Pediatric Dentistry can help put your child on a path to excellent dental health with interceptive orthodontics.

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Check out what our patients are saying about their 5-star experience with us! We look forward to serving you and your family with the same level of care.
Christy R.
Great experience. Very professional and pleasant team.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Christy! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our team. Your kind words motivate us to continue providing excellent care for our young patients. We look forward to seeing you again! - Dr. Kris
Darren J.
We had such a great experience at NOLA Pediatric Dentistry! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel like family. My child’s name was even on the welcome board, which was such a thoughtful touch. They gave him headphones to cancel out the noise and had the TV going to keep him comfortable and relaxed. Everyone went out of their way to make sure he felt at ease, and it really showed. The young lady who helped us was so sweet, patient, and polite—she made the whole visit smooth. Honestly, this place deserves 20 stars if I could give them. Highly recommended
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Darren! We're thrilled to hear that your experience was so positive and that our team made your child feel at home. We appreciate your recommendation! - Dr. Kris
Dessy G.
Thank you for being so patient and gentle with my little toddler in keeping his bright smile. We truly appreciate you.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Dessy. We're delighted to hear that your toddler felt comfortable and happy during their visit. We appreciate your trust in us and look forward to seeing you again! - Dr. Kris
U-Meeka V.
The staff is very kind. I appreciate the doctor so much! After looking into my child's mouth he told me information her doctor never told me, and I'm so grateful for that and this visit. I recommend bringing your kids here for an updated dental visit.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that our team provided valuable information and a positive experience for your child. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you again! - Dr. Kris
Dayana H.
Everyone at this clinic is very kind and professional. They go above and beyond to make you and your children feel comfortable. The staff is welcoming, the office is clean, and the dentist takes the time to explain everything clearly. My kids felt very well cared for during their visit, and I would definitely recommend this place to any parent looking for quality dental care
Response from the owner:Thank you, Dayana! We appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that you and your children felt comfortable during your visit. Your recommendation means a lot to us! - Dr. Kris
Deisha L.
Today, my son experienced his very first visit to the dentist—and I couldn't be happier with the care he received. Dr. Kris Norbo and the entire staff went above and beyond, showing tremendous patience, kindness, and attention to detail that turned what could have been a daunting experience into a positive adventure for my little one. The clinic itself is a modern, sparkling-clean, kid-friendly haven that immediately made us feel at ease. I'm truly grateful I chose this wonderful practice as my son’s dental home.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Deisha! We're thrilled to hear that your son's first dental visit was such a positive experience. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care in a welcoming environment. We look forward to seeing you both again! - Dr. Kris
Yolanda
The doctor and staff are extremely friendly!! I really appreciate getting a same day appointment for my daughter(New Orleans office). My little ones are usually seen in the Madisonville office. It's always a welcoming environment!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Yolanda! We're thrilled to hear that you and your daughter had a positive experience at our New Orleans office. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! - Dr. Kris
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