Orthodontics for Young Children: Early Screening in Aigle and Vevey
Intervening during growth for a worry-free future. An approach focused on prevention and early orthodontic treatment, well before the loss of baby teeth.
Why is early detection so important?
Dr. Frédérick’s role goes beyond simply aligning teeth. At our offices in Aigle and Vevey, we practice interceptive orthodontics. The goal is to identify growth abnormalities at a very young age so that we can intervene while the jawbones are still malleable.
What does pediatric orthodontic treatment involve?
Contrary to popular belief, early treatment does not involve traditional braces. It is a gentle approach based on two key principles:
- Bone structure: We guide jaw growth to correct misalignment (teeth that are too far forward or backward) or a lack of space (severe crowding).
- Neurofunctional therapy: We retrain vital functions such as breathing, swallowing, and tongue position, which directly influence facial structure.
The Benefits for Your Child’s Future
Investing in an early consultation between the ages of 4 and 6 yields results that would be impossible to achieve once growth is complete. The benefits are tangible:
- Minimizing tooth extractions: By creating space in a balanced way, we reduce the need to extract permanent teeth later on.
- Minimizing surgery: Many skeletal issues corrected early on can help avoid major surgical procedures in adulthood.
- Improved breathing: A well-developed jaw promotes better nasal breathing and quality sleep for the child.
Caring Care in Aigle and Vevey
We know that a visit to the orthodontist can be intimidating for young children. Dr. Frédérick Berardinelli and his team take a playful and reassuring approach, explaining each step in simple terms so that children can take an active role in their own oral health.
Start building tomorrow’s smile today.
