Pediatric Orthodontic Screenings in Eastchester, NY
Early Detection, Healthier Smiles
What Is an Orthodontic Screening?
An orthodontic screening is a simple, non-invasive evaluation that helps us identify potential issues with how your child’s teeth and jaws are growing. These early screenings allow our team to detect concerns such as:
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Crowding or spacing of teeth
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Overbites, underbites, or crossbites
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Jaw alignment problems
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Bite issues related to thumb-sucking or tongue posture
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Delays in tooth eruption or premature tooth loss
By catching these issues early—often before they’re visible to the untrained eye—we can guide your child’s development and help prevent more complex problems later on.
Why Early Screenings Matter
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. That’s because around this age, children typically have a mix of baby and adult teeth, making it easier to spot and address developmental concerns while their bones are still growing.
At Once Upon a Tooth, Dr. Lis and our team provide orthodontic screenings as part of your child’s regular dental checkups. This means no extra appointments and no added stress—just consistent, careful monitoring of your child’s smile over time.
What Happens During an Orthodontic Screening?
During your child’s checkup, we’ll take a close look at their:
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Tooth alignment
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Bite (how the top and bottom teeth come together)
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Jaw growth and symmetry
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Facial profile and oral habits
If we notice anything that may benefit from early intervention, we’ll walk you through the findings and discuss next steps. Sometimes, early treatment (also called interceptive orthodontics) can reduce or even eliminate the need for braces later on. In other cases, we may simply continue to monitor your child’s development and refer you to a trusted orthodontist when the time is right.
Compassionate, Child-Focused Care
As a pediatric dental practice, we understand how to work with children at every developmental stage—whether they’re nervous about a visit or curious about how their teeth are changing. Our goal is always to keep your child comfortable and confident, while helping you make informed choices about their dental future.
And because we’re part of your child’s long-term dental journey, we’re in the perfect position to spot subtle changes and help ensure their smile grows in healthy and balanced.
Schedule an Orthodontic Screening Today
At Once Upon a Tooth, we’re passionate about prevention-first dentistry. Orthodontic screenings are a smart step in protecting your child’s oral health—and they’re already included in your child’s regular dental visits at Once Upon a Tooth. Dr. Lis and our team work closely with parents to protect your child’s oral health now and in the future. We proudly serve families throughout Eastchester, Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Mt. Vernon, New Rochelle, and Yonkers, and we love helping kids grow up with healthy, confident smiles.
Ready to give your child an extra layer of cavity protection? Contact Once Upon a Tooth Pediatric Dentistry to learn more about children’s dental sealants or to schedule an appointment. Call us at 914-348-4348 or book online today.