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| Age limit for braces treatment |
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There is no age limit for braces treatment. All of us know that we have two sets of teeth in a life time. Milk teeth in the early years and permanent teeth in later years. The transition from milk teeth to permanent teeth takes place over a period of 5 to 13 years of age. Dental problems developed during this period ranging from simple tooth decay to a complex one. |
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Conditions requiring braces treatment can be prevented to some extent by some procedures. This is called preventive orthodontics. |
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Conditions which have appeared can be intercepted during the transition period and the severity can be reduced. This is called interceptive orthodontics. |
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Age is not a guiding factor. The most important is the nature and discrepancy of the problem, onset of the problem and management. So it is always better to consult a specialist (Orthodontist) when in doubt. |
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