Provide your child with a straight, healthy smile for years to come.
Early orthodontic treatment can help guide proper jaw development, make space for adult teeth and prevent more complex issues later on.
At McIntosh Dental, we offer gentle, expert orthodontic care for children as young as age 7.
What is early intervention orthodontics?
- Treatment during childhood (usually ages 7–12).
- It helps correct bite and jaw issues while your child’s jaw and facial bones are still growing, making the process easier and more effective.
- It can reduce or avoid the need for braces in your childs teenage years.
- We will create a custom plan tailored to your child’s growth and orthodontic and dental needs.
Signs your child may need early orthodontic treatment:
- Early or late loss of their baby teeth.
- They have crowded or crooked teeth.
- You’ve noticed them mouth breathing or snoring.
- Your child was thumb sucking past the age of 5.
- You have noticed jaw clicking, teeth shifting or discomfort.
- Your child has difficulty chewing or speaking.
What you need to know:
- We offer free dental check-ups for kids in Year 9–18 (via the NZ dental scheme).
- Early dental assessments are quick, gentle and low-pressure.
- Our team of orthodontic experts explain all options clearly and only recommend treatment when your child truly needs it.
- We work closely with parents and make kids feel at ease
Let’s get their smile growing in the right direction.
Call our team on (09) 837 2598, book online or request an orthodontic consultation appointment for your child today.