7 & Up Orthodontic Check-UpRathmines
At What Age Should My Child Visit the Orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists advises that children have their initial orthodontic assessment by age 7, a standard that Terenure Orthodontics wholeheartedly embraces. As part of our commitment to early dental care, we offer free early orthodontic check-ups for young patients to establish a foundational understanding of their oral health. Detecting potential orthodontic issues early allows for effective monitoring or intervention, preventing more critical problems in the future. For those in nearby Rathmines, Terenure Orthodontics is conveniently located just a short distance away.
When is the Right Time for My Child to Get Braces?
We adopt a conservative strategy when it comes to orthodontic care for children. We advocate for treatments only when they are genuinely beneficial, ensuring that any recommendations made are in the best interest of the child's dental health and overall development. This philosophy helps to reduce both the physical and emotional burdens on the child while providing thoughtful and effective care. For families living in Rathmines, just a short drive from Terenure Orthodontics, it's reassuring to know that timely and necessary treatments are available close by.
Our dedication to early and comprehensive evaluations ensures that children are on the right track for lifelong oral health. We are committed to offering timely, suitable, and personalised orthodontic treatments that cater to the unique needs of each child. And with Rathmines just minutes away from Terenure Orthodontics, getting top-notch care for your child has never been easier.
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Benefit from free on-street parking on Fortfield Drive, ensuring our patients can park without difficulty. Regular bus services run between Rathmines and Terenure, making public transport a reliable option for visiting the clinic.
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The Process
This appointment is to discuss your goals with one of our specialist orthodontists. It may also involve your dental and medical history, a physical examination of your teeth and jaw, X-rays, and possibly impressions of your teeth to create models.
The orthodontist will review the X-rays, photos, and examination results to devise a specific plan for moving your teeth into the correct position. This plan will include the estimated length of treatment, cost of treatment and any preparatory work needed.
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This might involve dental cleaning, addressing any existing dental issues like cavities, and possibly extracting teeth to create space for adjustments. Once these issues have been adressed, it's time to move onto the next phase!
The orthodontist places attachments onto your teeth to help the aligner grip your teeth. The first course of aligners are then given to you. We ensure that the aligners fit appropriotely at this point and explain everything you need to know to start your journey.
You will have regular appointments (usually every 8-10) for progress checks. During these visits, the orthodontist will check the fit of your aligners and may advise that a new set of aligners are ordered.
The attachments and wires are carefully removed, and any adhesive is cleaned off your teeth. This is usually a quick and painless process.
To keep your teeth in their new position after the braces are removed, most patients will need to wear a retainer full time for a period following the removal of braces, transitioning to night-time wear to ensure teeth do not shift back to their original positions. Read more here.
Read what our patients say about us
"Two of my daughters had braces fitted by the lovely Dr. Katherine Condren. I would highly recommend her services, she was so good with my daughters, we are extremely happy with the service received and they both have beautiful smiles now."
"Dr Joseph O’Connor is such a skilled orthodontist. His kindness and attention to detail is outstanding. He takes the time to explain everything and makes you feel very comfortable. Could not recommend him more."
"Joseph is a kind, compassionate and skilled orthodontist. He has a beautiful patient manner and his attention to detail is second to none. Highly recommend."
"I had a great experience with Dr O’Connor and his team. Booking was simple and they were very friendly & efficient throughout. Would highly recommended."
"Amazing service, highly professional. Dr O'Connor was really kind and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!"
"Extremely happy with the outcome after braces, great attention to detail! Highly recommend."
"Dr O'Connor is a brilliant orthodontist, the consultation was thorough and he's easy to talk to."
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Discuss your goals with one of our specialist orthodontists to find out what treatment option suits you best.
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Discuss your goals with one of our specialist orthodontists to find out what treatment option suits you best. We offer complimentary online consultations for all patients.
