Children's Orthodontics With Dr. Lokar
 

Most parents would agree: seeing a big, warm smile on your child's face is one of the most gratifying things about being a mom or dad. But keeping that smile healthy and bright requires good dental care that starts early in life and teamwork involving the patient, his or her family, the family dentist, and the orthodontists and, as needed, other dental specialists.

Good Dental Health Starts Early

The American Dental Association recommends that a child visit the family dentist by his or her first birthday, while baby (primary) teeth are emerging. By seeing a child early, your dentist can see how teeth and jaws are developing, and can alert you to changes that might occur as your child grows.  Early childhood is an excellent time to lay the foundation for a lifetime of good dental habits. But good dental health means more than the health of individual teeth and the gums. To get a smile that's good for life, your child needs teeth and jaws that are properly aligned-in other words, a healthy bite.

To read more about children's orthodontics:
=	Why Do Kids Wear Braces?
=	What Happens If Kids Don't Wear Braces?
=	Your Child Needs Orthodontic Attention
=	When Should My Child Visit an Orthodontist?
=	Benefits Of Early Orthodontic Treatment
=	Smile - Straight Teeth in Progress!