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# Orthodontics for children

Children

# Orthodontics

 children An appointment with an orthodontist is recommended for the first time around the age of 6. At this age, an initial consultation can check the number of teeth, their position or detect jaw problems that may require early treatment.

 [ Contact us ](https://panadent.ch/en/contact/) [ News and advice ](https://panadent.ch/en/news-and-advice/)## Orthodontics

 What is orthodontics Approximately 1 in 5 children between the ages of 6 and 10 years old are recommended to undergo an initial phase of **orthodontic treatment** to prevent overly complex procedures during adolescence.

For the others, treatment starts around age 11!
This is because the teenager has nicely full adult teeth,
but the jaws are still growing. We can therefore
easily treat the majority of cases, from the simplest**(alignment** 
**to** the most complicated (incorrect positioning of the
jawbones).

Our dentists use metal braces and it is even possible to fit aligners ( **Invisalign** type) for the most demanding patients who would like an invisible treatment.

Make an appointment in one of our dental offices in Switzerland located in the cities of : [Payerne](https://panadent.ch/en/payerne/) (canton of Vaud), [Domdidier, ](https://panadent.ch/en/domdidier/)[Riaz,](https://panadent.ch/en/riaz/) [Yvonand](https://panadent.ch/en/yvonand/), [Echallens](https://panadent.ch/en/echallens/), [Boudry](https://panadent.ch/en/boudry/), [Saint Blaise](https://panadent.ch/en/saint-blaise/) or [Le Landeron](https://panadent.ch/en/le-landeron/) where a

###  dentist

specialist in **orthodontics** will receive you.

 [ Contact us ⟶ ](https://panadent.ch/en/contact/) ![orthodontie](https://panadent.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/orthodontie-enfant.png) ![orthodontiste](https://panadent.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/yuidwzm37c0-683x1024.jpg)## Orthodontist

### How does orthodontic treatment work?

- The first consultation in our dental office consists of collecting information such as photos, x-rays, impressions. This process allows us to study dental malposition and create a treatment plan that can integrate facial aesthetics and comfortable body posture.
- Once the braces are in place, we meet on average monthly. Each check-up is accompanied by oral hygiene monitoring and advice on teeth cleaning as part of the orthodontic treatment.
- When the orthodontic treatment is completed, a wire or "retainer" is placed behind the teeth to maintain the proper alignment and closing motions between the upper and lower teeth.
 
Braces of any kind are a natural part of orthodontic treatment, and are therefore included in the initial quotation.
Our quotations no longer depend solely on the length of treatment.
Once you have reached a certain length of treatment, additional steps will not cost you any more.

It's also important to mention that the price indicated on the
quotation includes the entire service and will not be exceeded without
prior discussion. From the outset, you'll know exactly
how much the treatment will cost: no nasty surprises!

 [ Contact us ⟶ ](https://panadent.ch/en/contact/)## Dental medicine

### Why do children have orthodontics?

The interest of orthodontics in a child is not only aesthetic. In addition to beautifying the smile, it promotes oral health and general health, both of which are closely linked. In fact, it is common for children to detect a possible problem such as a misalignment of the teeth, too much space between the teeth or a lack of space for all the teeth to come out correctly in the mouth. By having these problems corrected by an orthodontist, the risk of aggravation in adulthood can be limited from an early age.

 [ Book ⟶ ](https://panadent.ch/en/contact/) ![appareil dentaire](https://panadent.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dental-orthodontic-plate-expansion-of-the-jaw-in-child-plate-in-the-sky-not-enough-room-for-molars-happy-boy-holding-an-orthodontic-plate-in-his-hands-1024x683.jpg) ![traitement orthodontique](https://panadent.ch/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/faizniofp-u-1024x684.jpg)## Dental appliances

### Dental alignment techniques

In dentistry, orthodontists can offer 3 types of orthodontic treatments for children and adolescents:

- **Removable appliances** commonly called ''plates''. These appliances allow us to correct jaw problems early on (narrow palate, upper jaw too far forward or backward concerning the lower jaw, etc.) to avoid lengthy orthodontic treatment during adolescence.
- **Bands**: this is a multi-attachment concept that consists of placing attachments on the outside of each tooth and connecting them together with a wire.
- **Invisalign aligners**: The most popular for adults. These are removable transparent aligners that allow for the gradual correction of tooth alignment.
 
 [ Contact us ⟶ ](https://panadent.ch/en/contact/)### Traditional braces or dental splints?

### What is more effective in orthodontics: braces or aligners like Invisalign?

Whether you opt for **braces** or **transparent aligners**, you
will very often achieve the same result. What makes the difference
between a classic and an innovative technique is
above all the patient's needs. Invisible aligners may be
more discreet and comfortable, but they also require a higher level of patient compliance
(because they are removable), and this motivation
must be taken into account when making the choice.
If the child or teenager is not rigorous enough to wear his
braces, then it's best to opt for fixed braces
.

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 [ More information ⟶ ](https://panadent.ch/en/nls-protocol/) What you need to know: Frequently asked questions #### How much does orthodontic treatment cost?

The cost of treatment at your orthodontist varies widely:

- Simple case: between CHF 5,000 and 6,000
- Moderate case: between CHF 6,000 and 8,000
- Complex cases: between CHF 8000 and 9000
 
 We encourage you to take out supplementary dental insurance from an early age : on average, reimburses 90% of treatment costs. #### How long should I keep my braces on? 

This will depend on the correction to be made. Respecting the biology of the tissues (very low risk of damage), the teeth move about 1 mm per month. After the braces are placed at the orthodontist's, the treatment can last from 6 to ? months, always depending on where you start and where you want to end up.

#### When to go to the orthodontist for a child?

Better too early than too late! Therefore, as soon as the baby's milk teeth are complete, i.e. around 3 years of age, a consultation will be welcome to ensure a follow-up. However, treatment at an orthodontist's office usually does not begin until the first permanent molars have erupted, at around age six. Make an appointment as soon as possible to have one of our dentists review the situation and advise you.

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