Categories: Blog

Eliminate Crowding Without Extractions

Question:

I have two children who both started orthodontic treatment around the same time. My oldest son lives with his father who took him to an orthodontist who extracted four of his teeth. I took my youngest son to you, and even though both children had a similar pattern of crowding, you did not extract any of his teeth. In just six months, my youngest son who received treatment from you has had much better results than my other oldest son. Why?

Answer:

With my non-extraction plan, I am correcting your youngest sons crowding problem by adjusting his bone to a size and shape that allows all the teeth to fit together. Your oldest son is having his crowding problem corrected by removing teeth to make space on the existing bone. The extraction site where the teeth were removed requires 8 to 10 weeks to heal before all of the teeth in front, and behind, the extraction site can be moved into that space. This is a much slower process than the one I am using because you have to wait for your son to heal from extractions, and then move his teeth.

Dr. Herman

Recent Posts

Revolutionize Your Smile: Exploring the Benefits of the Hi-Tech Pitts 21 System of Braces

The advanced Pitts 21 bracket system is a revolutionary approach to orthodontic treatment that's transforming…

2 months ago

What Makes Wearing Braces Different for Adults?

Some folks associate braces with childhood, yet many adults also wear braces. According to AAO,…

5 months ago

How to Effectively Brush Your Teeth With Braces

Braces are wonderful for straightening your teeth. However, brushing your teeth while wearing braces can…

5 months ago

Common Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make With Your Braces

Your braces are a big investment of both your time and money, so you want…

6 months ago

How Can I Brush My Teeth Effectively With Braces?

Adults tend to get braces because they want their teeth to look their best, however,…

6 months ago

Everything You Need to Know About Adult Orthodontic Treatments

Orthodontics is a specialty in dentistry that deals with the alignment of your teeth and…

6 months ago