El Paso Children Braces Specialist

If you are searching for a Braces Specialist in El Paso, consider making an appointment at Sunny Smiles for yourself or your child. Sunny Smiles is a professional dentistry office that provides services for the entire family. Both children and adults may be fitted with braces at our clinic. Children should have an orthodontic exam at around the age of 7 for the first time, because by 7 years old their teeth and jaws should be properly developed to determine if the child has any bite issues. If it is determined that he or she is experiencing such problems, then it may be necessary to talk about having braces put onto their teeth. First, retainers may be used to see if they are sufficient to correct the issue. It is crucial that it is handled as soon as possible, so that it does not become worse.

Crooked teeth can occur from a variety of causes. For instance, a child who sucks his or her thumb can have front teeth that have been repositioned in the mouth. Other causes include the premature loss of baby teeth, tongue thrusting, teeth that are crowded in the mouth, and enlarged tonsils or adenoids leading to an obstructed breathing airway. These issues are common enough that it is important for all children to be evaluated to find out if their teeth are overly crooked, and what should be done about them.

In addition to regular metal braces, Invisalign is available for both adults and children to receive. These braces are clear, so they offer an aesthetic appeal for anyone who does not want to deal with metal braces. Your child is eligible to have a free orthodontic and Invisalign braces consultation. Be sure to have their teeth checked often from the age of 7 and onward.

We make it our mission to treat all of our patients with care and compassion. Young children are likely to be frightened coming into the dentist’s office, especially if it is their first time visiting. We offer a jungle gym playroom complete with hockey table and video games to give them a fun way to wait for their turn with the dentist, and to put them at ease. It is a good idea bring children in starting at the age of one. That way, they can get used to visiting the dental clinic and experience less fear. We also strive to only use positive language regarding treatments, avoiding terms like “drill” and “hurt”. We hope that you will feel welcomed and comfortable at Sunny Smiles.

If you are concerned about how you are going to pay for services, rest assured that we accept many different types of insurance. Even if you do not have any insurance or we do not accept yours, you can apply for a flexible payment plan. No one should be turned away for inability to pay. Call and set up an appointment for your children or yourself today, and visit one of our two convenient locations.