Longmont Braces for Kids
Early Orthodontic Intervention for Kids – Could Your Child Benefit?
At Longmont Braces, we understand that children have unique needs. We’ll do a thorough examination and find out if early intervention will help you save money and issues later. Our team is committed to addressing your specific needs with understanding, respect, and personalized attention throughout your child’s braces journey.
Orthodontic Treatment and Braces for Younger Kids
For Children
Early orthodontic treatment allows your orthodontist to correct and guide your child’s jaw, create more space for crowded teeth, avoid the need for extractions later in life, and correct thumb sucking and minor speech problems.
While there is no exact age for children to begin orthodontic treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting the orthodontist around age seven.
A few things to watch for are crowded or misplaced teeth, difficulty chewing or biting, mouth breathing, thumb sucking, or popping jaws.
Contact us for a free consult to get started, regardless of age.
How Dental Braces Work
Braces gradually shift your teeth into their proper positions using constant, gentle pressure. This process, known as orthodontic tooth movement, involves the breakdown and rebuilding of bone tissue around your teeth. Over time, this leads to a straighter, healthier smile and improved oral function.
The brackets are attached to the surface of each tooth, and the wires are threaded through them and held in place using bands. The orthodontist will adjust the tension of the wires during regular appointments to guide the teeth into the correct alignment. As the teeth move, the bone surrounding them also reshapes to support the new position.
Get a free estimate and consultation so you can get the smile you have wanted — with the timeframe and payment options that are best for you.
Why Choose Longmont Braces?
Qualified Professionals
Our orthodontist, Dr. Stephanie Ross, has completed specialized training in both traditional braces and clear aligners, ensuring effective treatment solutions.
Personalized Treatment Plans
We develop unique treatment plans tailored to each patient’s specific needs.
State-of-the-Art Technology
Longmont Braces uses the latest technology like 3D imaging and digital scans, which enhance the accuracy of diagnosis and treatment.
Better Smiles, Sleep, and Bite
Benefits of Braces
Book a Free Braces Consult
Ready to start your journey to a beautiful smile? Schedule a complimentary consultation with our Longmont orthodontic team today. We’ll assess your needs and discuss the best treatment options for you.
What to Expect When Getting Braces
Questions about Braces
For answers to more questions about braces, visit our Questions page.
Meet our Orthodontist, Dr. Stephanie Ross
Orthodontist Dr. Stephanie Ross, DDS MSD, a proud Longmont native and Niwot High School alumna, is an esteemed orthodontist practicing in her hometown.
After earning her undergraduate degree from Trinity University and her DDS from the University of Colorado, she completed her residency in Honolulu before obtaining a master’s degree in orthodontics back at the University of Colorado.
Dr. Ross is affiliated with the American Dental Association, the Colorado Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists and the Boulder/Broomfield County Dental Society.
Passionate about transforming smiles and lives, Dr. Ross cherishes the daily opportunity to boost her patients’ confidence and self-esteem.
Outside the office, she enjoys skiing, hiking, mountain biking, playing piano, and reading, alongside contributing to the community by coaching sports teams and supporting local schools.
Dr. Stephanie Ross, Orthodontist in Longmont, Colorado