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06.02.08, 09:38 AM Preschool/Kids
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At what age do dc start getting orthodontia these days? I know it's earlier now than when we were dc, but how much earlier? DC just turned 7 and the dentist is saying next year we'll need to see someone about starting work on dc's mouth. At 8 yo? Is that normal? [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
Preschool/Kids 06.02.08, 09:38 AM Flag

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yes, but find out why. I wouldn't do it if it were strictly cosmetic [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 09:39 AM Flag

The dentist said dc has a couple of problems. A fairly serious overbite and she thinks from dc's x-rays that the adult teeth won't all fit properly when more of them start to come in. I guess the overbite is cosmetic and the second problem may be more serious. It just seems so early to begin. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 09:48 AM Flag

the trend is to begin earlier. compliance is higher, and kid will be done by middle school. dd was the first in her grade to get braces, so it was cool [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 09:52 AM Flag

Interesting. I didn't have the impression from the dentist that dc would be done earlier, but if that's the case it's terrific. Did dd's dentist direct you to the orthodontist or is it someone you found on your own? I think part of what's giving me pause is a slight paranoia that the dentist and the orthodontist are in cahoots, trying to get the dc in there ASAP to make as much money as possible. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 09:59 AM Flag

dentist recommended ortho...and you just have to listen to what they say and decide on your own. you could always get a second opinion [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 10:10 AM Flag

Thanks. I think we're going to do that. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.02.08, 10:24 AM Flag