Orthodontist For Children Columbus Ohio

Orthodontist For Children Columbus Ohio

Orthodontist in Columbus, Ohio

Hutta Orthodontic Specialists has proudly served families in the Columbus, Ohio community for many years. With the combined decades-long expertise of our orthodontists, Dr. J. Lawrence Hutta and Dr. Pegah Kamrani, Hutta Orthodontic Specialists strives to make each and every patient feel like part of the family, starting with a healthy, beautiful smile.

Braces for Adults
How Orthodontics Improve Children’s Teeth and Bite

How Orthodontics Improve Children’s Teeth and Bite

You may be wondering when is the right time for children to begin orthodontic treatment. While no two patients—and therefore, no two orthodontic transformations—are alike, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends most children should see an orthodontist around the age of seven.

Signs that point to an orthodontic issue

If you’re not sure whether your child needs orthodontic care, there are a few key giveaways. In addition to noticeable gaps, crowding, or crookedness, if your child has any trouble speaking or chewing, this could suggest that they may struggle with tooth, bite, or jaw-related issues that can be fixed by orthodontic treatment. Additionally, children who snore, suck their thumbs, or suffer from bruxism (grinding their teeth in their sleep) often have underlying orthodontic problems, such as blocked airways caused by misaligned teeth. These issues can be treated and greatly improved by early orthodontic intervention.

Additional benefits of early treatment

In addition to treating bite and airway-related issues, early orthodontics can prove very effective in preventing more issues down the line. For example, it is much easier to widen a child’s palate early on, as well as prevent future issues before they worsen, especially when it comes to the jaw and overall skeletal structure of the mouth. Therefore, seeking orthodontic care for your children early may make any future orthodontic or dental issues easier to manage, or it may prevent them entirely.

Pediatric Orthodontic Care

Dr. Hutta and Dr. Kamrani are well-versed in providing care for patients from elementary school into high school and beyond. In fact, it is often these cases that prove most transformative both aesthetically and physically. This is because the mouth’s structure is far more malleable for kids than it is for adults, and making key changes to a child’s jaw, bite, and palate can greatly improve their health and quality of life.

Two-Phase Process
Many young patients will undergo what is known as two-phase treatment when they have braces, which entails two different stages of brackets with a break in between, typically for a retainer or palatal expander. The first phase will address larger issues with the jaw and bite, both of which are incredibly important to your child’s development, especially when it comes to breathing and sleeping well. The second phase will focus more on tooth alignment and aesthetics. Often, two-phase treatment can be completed by the time a patient reaches high school, which makes for a great boost in confidence at such a pivotal time in their lives.
Damon Braces for Children
Damon Braces utilizes innovative orthodontic technology to create one of the most streamlined, simple, and hygienic orthodontic experiences possible. Unlike conventional braces, Damon Braces don’t require as much regular tightening, are resistant to staining, and come in both metal and clear brackets. This might be a good option for patients whose goals are more aesthetic or deadline-based (wanting to be finished with braces by high school, etc.).
Advanced Insignia Braces
Another option that we offer our patients is Insignia Braces, which offers a custom-designed option when compared to traditional braces. These braces are designed to provide optimal results with greater comfort and efficiency using 3D digital imaging to map out your entire treatment plan ahead of time. Essentially, by reverse-engineering your treatment, Insignia Braces makes it easier for both the patient and the orthodontist to create a custom-tailored experience.
Aligners for Healthy Smiles
Another option for orthodontic treatment is clear aligners! Often used by adults and in less severe cases, this is a form of treatment that is known for being comfortable, efficient, and favored by those seeking a discreet form of treatment. Because clear aligners are removable and far less noticeable than metal braces, they look much more like retainers, but still deliver exceptional results.

Advanced Technology, Beautiful Results

If you are looking for a completely customized treatment plan utilizing all modern orthodontic technologies, we are here to deliver amazing results! We will meet you where your unique needs and goals exist and work from there—here at Hutta Orthodontic Specialists, everyone can leave with an amazing smile at the end of their treatment with braces or aligners.

Cutting-Edge Techniques

Cutting-Edge Techniques

The experts at Hutta Orthodontic Specialists pride themselves on staying up-to-date on the most modern technologies for creating healthy smiles. We constantly review the newest research and publications surrounding all the ways to improve our work and our patients’ general experience—from self-ligating braces to clear aligners.

The Best in Technology

The Best in Technology

The team at Hutta Orthodontic Specialists is passionate about utilizing only the best technological resources to deliver fast, reliable, and impressive results to our patients. From customized 3D printing for highly personalized care to the iTero scanner that removes the need for time-consuming and uncomfortable traditional dental impressions, we are committed to investing in the technology that is going to keep our patients comfortable and excited throughout their journey.

Keeping Children Smiling

Keeping Kids Smiling

There is nothing we take more pride in than our tray-side manner, whether that means holding your child’s hand when they’re nervous about treatment or cracking jokes to keep them happy and focused. We love working with young patients and seeing their confidence grow with their smiles!

Friendly, compassionate care

At Hutta Orthodontic Specialists, you will find a friendly team of knowledgeable professionals ready to care for your child through their treatment seamlessly.

Our Commitment to Your Family

Hutta Orthodontic Specialists knows and cares about the importance of your family’s wellness and your kid’s dental and orthodontic health. Here, we treat all of our patients like our own family, because once you join the HOS community, you’re part of our community!

Frequently Asked Questions

Begin Your Child’s Journey with Hutta Orthodontic Specialists!

If you have any further questions or if you’re ready to schedule an appointment, call us at 614-885-2000 to begin your child’s journey to a healthier, brighter smile.

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