8.5 yrs old. Adult molar tooth is impacted and has failed to erupt properly. Fixed with separator elastics.
Mixed dentition is typically the period around 6-12 years of age, when the first adult tooth erupts in the mouth and the last baby molar falls out. More normally, orthodontic treatment starts after most of the baby teeth have fallen out. For some cases, early diagnosis and interceptive treatment at mixed dentition can help the child’s future dental development. Some of the examples may include:
8.5 yrs old. Adult molar tooth is impacted and has failed to erupt properly. Fixed with separator elastics.
10 yrs old. Caused lisp and prevented front teeth from erupting. Fixed with tongue guard.
10 yrs old. Bite deviated to one side which can lead to jaw joint problems and uneven tooth wear. Fixed with a quadhelix expander.
8 yrs old. Underbite caused lower incisors to feel loose and gums to recede. Early interceptive treatment was carried out using a removable plate for 4 months.
This relates to a bite problem or unattractive smile that is mainly due to mal positioned teeth or localised dental problems. When we examine a person’s bite and teeth in detail, it is common to diagnose various combinations of dental or bite problems present that the individual or parent may not be aware of before. Your initial visit with us can, therefore, be helpful to inform, educate and discuss possible treatment options. Examples of commonly described dental problems may include:
8.5 yrs old. Adult molar tooth is impacted and has failed to erupt properly. Fixed with separator elastics.
10 yrs old. Caused lisp and prevented front teeth from erupting. Fixed with tongue guard.
10 yrs old. Bite deviated to one side which can lead to jaw joint problems and uneven tooth wear. Fixed with a quadhelix expander.
8 yrs old. Underbite caused lower incisors to feel loose and gums to recede. Early interceptive treatment was carried out using a removable plate for 4 months.