Interceptive Orthodontics in Andover, MA
Andover Pediatric Dentistry provides interceptive orthodontic treatment in Andover, MA. Our dedicated team is proud to offer gentle, compassionate orthodontic care designed to help every child achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.
Contact us today to learn more about orthodontic services and to schedule an appointment.
With extensive experience treating pediatric patients, we understand that every child and family is unique. Our practice uses new techniques and precision-focused treatment to create a comfortable, positive experience from the very first visit. We're grateful for the trust families place in us, and our priority is always your child's comfort and long-term health. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out — our team is happy to help.
Habit Appliance
A habit appliance is useful to help stop a thumb or finger habit and/or to help re-train an improper tongue position or swallowing pattern in orthodontic care. It is sometimes necessary to place an appliance to minimize the harm and distortion the habits or tongue posture can have on teeth. Most habit appliances are a form of interceptive treatment and are banded for adhesion to the back molars and are not removable.
This custom-fitted appliance is designed with your child's comfort in mind, minimizing discomfort while effectively guiding healthy tooth and jaw positioning.
Space Maintenance
Space maintainers are used to keep teeth from drifting into an empty tooth space due to early loss of primary (baby) teeth. Baby teeth act as a guide for the eruption of the permanent teeth. A space maintainer is made of stainless steel and/or plastic. This type of orthodontic treatment can be removable or fixed to the teeth.
Our team custom-designs each space maintainer to fit comfortably, helping protect proper tooth alignment as your child grows.
Distalizer / Molar Rotation
Molar adjustment can be accomplished prior to full orthodontic treatment through the use of a Distalizer. This treatment technique can effectively position molars for bracketing and significantly shorten the patient’s full orthodontic treatment time for straight teeth. This precision approach to aligning molars helps set the stage for braces, moving your child closer to the best smile possible once treatment is completed.
Ready to take the next step? Give our team a call — we look forward to meeting you and your child and helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile.