Orthodontics, the oldest of the dental specialties,
focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of dental and associated
facial irregularities. Orthodontic treatment allows us to bring
the teeth and jaws into harmony three-dimensionally. The results
of orthodontic treatment can be dramatic - beautiful smiles, improved
dental health, and an enhanced quality of life for people of ALL
ages. Dr. Kuperstein follows the recommendation of the American
Association of Orthodontics, which recommends an orthodontic screening
for each child around the age of seven or about the time of the
eruption of the upper permanent front teeth. This permits the identification
of any developing problems as well as the initiation of any indicated
interceptive treatment. In the majority of cases, treatment will
not begin until much later. However, because of the instances in
which a child would benefit from treatment at a younger age, it
is important that everyone be at least evaluated at an early age.
Knowledge of developing problems (or lack thereof) combined with
timely treatment brings peace of mind to the parent and the child.
The most profound treatment results come from the
correction of growth imbalances. This is one of the reasons that
it is most beneficial to screen for problems around the age of seven
- while there is still significant remaining facial growth remaining.
Adults can be treated at any age. It is never too
late to enjoy the benefits of a beautiful smile. Some adults have
missing teeth which may cause abnormal movement of the remaining
teeth. Some may have had braces earlier in life, but teeth have
shifted out of their corrected position. Many adults never had orthodontic
treatment, and could benefit greatly from a beautiful, healthy smile.
Orthodontics does not always involve braces. Many patients can achieve
a beautiful, healthy smile with esthetic alternatives to braces
such as Invisalign. Dr. Kuperstein is a certified Invisalign provider
and has received advanced training in this method of treatment.
Dr. Kuperstein enjoys treating patients of
ALL ages: children, adolescents, and adults. She is happy to provide
a complimentary comprehensive examination to all patients who are
interested in orthodontic treatment.
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