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Why Do Children Need Braces?

July 15, 2026November 11, 2013 by seo

For many people, the thought of braces might immediately conjure images of children with metal brackets and wires on their teeth. The natural connotation between children and braces may, in part, be due to the fact that orthodontic treatment is often prescribed in a child’s early years. Problems with a child’s occlusion (the way teeth fit together) and bite balance can become exponentially worse as the jawbone and teeth continue to grow. With a wide variety of options and designs for children’s braces, Century City orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, can help straighten your child’s teeth early, preventing potentially serious orthodontic issues that might require invasive procedures to correct as an adult.

Century City, CA Orthodontist Offers Braces for Children

July 15, 2026November 1, 2013 by seo

Orthodontic work corrects irregularities in the teeth, and moves them into an optimal position. Once a procedure many considered only for adolescents and teenagers, many people that did not receive orthodontic work when they were younger opt for braces later in life. However, children are still among the top candidates for braces. Dr. David Alpan, your orthodontist in Century City, CA, will explain some of the options available for children’s braces.

Traditional Braces: A Classic

Traditional braces may not make people jump for joy, but they have a history of straightening and aligning smiles that cannot be argued. You have probably seen them so often on teenagers that you hardly notice a tin grin when you see one. Comprised of brackets and wires, braces are designed to exert constant gentle force on teeth, which will alter their position over time. The brackets on braces can be made of metal or ceramic material. Ceramic brackets blend in to the color of the child’s teeth to make them less visible, but the wire going through the brackets will still have a silver appearance. The average amount of time traditional braces are worn is two years.

Los Angeles CA Orthodontist Discusses Children and Braces

July 15, 2026October 11, 2013 by seo

The smile of a child is a treasure that parents cherish. However, you may have already noticed some signs of misalignment in that special smile. If so, the time may have come to consider orthodontic treatment. For a list of reasons why children and braces go together so well, read the following information provided by your Los Angeles CA orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan.

Century City Orthodontist Corrects Smile Misalignment

July 15, 2026September 18, 2013 by seo

Recently, a study conducted by Wakefield Research revealed that over a third of Americans are unhappy with their smiles. Dental misalignment, including crooked and crowded teeth, hinders the appearance of our smiles. Fortunately, at Alpan Orthodontics, we can correct dental imperfections. In today’s blog, your Century City orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, explains how our orthodontic procedures can transform your smile.

Century City Orthodontist Discuss Prevention with Children’s Braces

July 15, 2026September 6, 2013 by seo

The purpose of orthodontic treatment is to address the misalignment of your teeth and bite, which can seriously inhibit your mouth’s proper function and, in severe cases, negatively affect the symmetry of your facial features. When occlusal problems are detected early, while your child’s oral structures are still growing, early orthodontic treatment may lessen or prevent the need for treatment at an older age. Malocclusion, or bite misalignment, can occur in various ways and for a number of different reasons, and your Century City orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, is specially trained to diagnose and treat occlusal complications at any age. Today, we explain how early orthodontic issues can blossom into bigger trouble if not treated, and how children’s braces are designed to prevent that from happening.

The Importance of Symmetry

Prevention, early detection, and early treatment are dominant factors in all areas of good dental health. For instance, preventing tooth decay and gum disease can help you avoid the need to restore dental damage caused by the infections. Likewise, correcting a child’s incorrectly-growing bite at an early age can help place that child’s smile on the path to permanent proper alignment.

L.A. Orthodontist—Healthy School Lunches for Children with Braces

November 13, 2024August 19, 2013 by seo

Planning your children’s school lunches can be challenging alone, but if one or more of your children wear braces, then the challenge can be a bit more demanding. Aside from feeding your kids the minerals and nutrients they need, you also have to take into consideration the challenges they face when eating with braces. Your dedicated Los Angeles orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, helps take the stress out of school-lunch planning by offering a few tips on what to pack.

What to Steer Clear Of…

Foods that can stick to or damage your child’s braces should be avoided, such as;

Soft, chewy, and sticky candy that can adhere to brackets and wires
Cakes, cookies, brownies, or other sugar-loaded treats (sugar facilitates bacterial acid production and tooth decay)
Nuts, hard candy, and popcorn
Sodas, fruit juices, and similarly high-acid beverages
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Larchmont Orthodontist Discusses Braces for Children

July 15, 2026August 7, 2013 by seo

There’s a reason why braces are often associated with younger children. As Dr. Alpan advises, early orthodontic treatment can help prevent the need for extensive treatment as your children grown older, and should be implemented (when needed) as early as possible. Your dedicated Larchmont orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, explains the advantage of early orthodontic intervention, and offers a variety of braces to suit the specific needs of your children.

The Importance of Early Intervention

According to the American Association of Orthodontists, your child should receive an initial occlusal analysis by age seven. Since your child’s teeth, jaws, and face are still forming at this age, intercepting functional and alignment problems can make it less complicated to finish treatment once your child’s permanent smile has finished growing. Depending on the case, children’s braces can help guide jawbone growth, direct permanent teeth into their optimal positions, and maintain/restore symmetry to your child’s smile.

Los Angeles Orthodontist Provides Smile Improvement

July 15, 2026July 22, 2013 by seo

Do you have a misaligned smile? Are your teeth crowded or crooked? At Aesthetic Orthodontics, we can offer the treatment necessary to improve the appearance of your smile. In today’s blog, your Los Angeles orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, discusses our popular methods of smile correction.

Los Angeles Orthodontist: Try Our Quiz on Children’s Braces

June 14, 2013 by seo

As a parent, what brightens your day better than your child’s smile? Unfortunately, many children suffer from dental misalignment, including crooked teeth, gaps between teeth, overbites, and underbites. In order to improve the health and beauty of your little one’s smile, Aesthetic Orthodontics recommends braces. In today’s blog, your Los Angeles orthodontist, Dr. David Alpan, provides a fun and informative quiz to discuss the importance of childhood orthodontics.

Traditional Braces: A Classic

The Importance of Symmetry

What to Steer Clear Of…

The Importance of Early Intervention

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