As a parent, you want to ensure your child achieves optimal oral health. If your child is in 3rd grade and you notice their front teeth haven’t grown in straight, you may be wondering whether they should get braces. After all, crooked front teeth are very obvious and can make them feel self-conscious at school.

While many orthodontists in the area may tell you that braces are a good idea for your 3rd grader, Dr. Sims of Sims Orthodontics is likely to tell you the opposite. Instead of charging you about $2,000 and potentially using up your orthodontic insurance benefits, chances are Dr. Sims will tell you to wait until your child gets a little older before beginning orthodontic treatment.

To ensure your child’s braces resolve all of their orthodontic issues and do more than simply straighten their front teeth, waiting is often a good idea. Fortunately, Dr. Sims offers a complimentary observation program for 2nd through 5th graders. This program can help Dr. Sims determine whether your child can truly benefit from getting braces early on. Usually, the answer is no and he’ll ask children to wait.

Schedule a Complimentary Observation at Sims Orthodontics

If you have a child in 3rd grade and you are concerned about their crooked front teeth, we encourage you to call our office at 850-477-7715 to schedule a complimentary observation. You can count on us to be honest with you and let you know whether early treatment is worth your precious time and money.