Problems to Watch for in Growing Children
Malocclusions ("bad bites") like those illustrated below, may benefit from early diagnosis and referral to an orthodontic specialist for a full evaluation.


Crossbite Of Front Teeth

Crossbite Of Back teeth

Crowding

Open Bite

Protrusion

Deep Bite

Underbite

Spacing

Oral Habits
      
In addition, if you notice any of the following in your child,

 

• early or late loss of baby teeth
• difficulty in chewing or biting
• mouth breathing
• jaws that shift or make sounds

 • speech difficulties
• biting the cheek or the roof of the mouth
• facial imbalance
• grinding or clenching of the teeth		  
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