The right age

To determine whether orthodontic treatment is necessary, we recommend annual check-ups from the age of 6. This way, we start treatment at the right time and can often prevent surgery.

In certain cases, we start orthodontic treatment as early as the baby-teeth stage or the mixed dentition (when baby teeth fall out and the permanent teeth come through). In this age group, the aim of treatment is usually to correct a misalignment of the jaw. If this is not done during this phase, the misalignment can often only be corrected surgically later on. Treatment is typically carried out with a removable appliance. Read more

The position of the permanent teeth is mainly corrected with fixed braces or Invisalign Teen. The aim of treatment is to bring the upper and lower teeth together into a well-functioning unit. This always produces an optimal aesthetic result as well. Because beauty is a question of healthy function. Read more

Orthodontic treatment in children often goes through both phases. First, a removable brace is used to correct the misalignment of the jaw. Later, fixed treatment is carried out to correct the misalignment of the teeth.