Port St. Lucie Orthodontics for All Ages
Better Smiles for Children, Teens, & Adults
Desman Orthodontics makes quality orthodontic treatment available for patients of all ages. Our Port St. Lucie office is ready to provide specialized care, from kids to adults.
Orthodontics for Kids
Building Beautiful Smiles for Your Children
Phase 1 Orthodontics is all about making sure your child’s smile grows happy and healthy along with your child.
Orthodontics for children ensures that any potential problem is nipped in the bud, letting your child enjoy this precious stage without worrying about their smile.
Getting Ready for the First Visit
The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that children aged seven receive an orthodontic evaluation. This stage is crucial as their jaws start to develop, and their baby teeth start falling out to make way for permanent ones.
Dr. Desman is an expert working with nervous kids and anxious parents. Expect a comfortable session where we’ll discuss your child’s needs and how we can set them up for bright smiles in the years ahead.
Warning Signs in Your Kiddo’s Smile
Below are some indications that your child might need an orthodontic intervention, even if they’re not yet seven years old:
- Premature or delayed loss of baby teeth
- Missing teeth or crowding
- Persisting toothaches
- Discomfort when chewing, biting, or swallowing
- Speech difficulties
- Excessive mouth breathing
- Prolonged habits like tongue-thrusting or thumb sucking
- Underbite, overbite, or crossbite
The Value of Early Treatment for Your Child
Early orthodontic treatment — or Phase 1 orthodontics — focuses on correcting bite problems, misalignment, crowding, and other problems that can affect the development of your child’s teeth and jaws as well as their overall well-being.
Benefits of Phase 1 Orthodontics
Taking an early interest in your child’s oral health is a sound investment in their future. Early intervention can help:
- Ensure your child’s jaw develops correctly, preventing severe alignment issues and facial deformities
- Provide ample spacing for permanent teeth, which reduces the risks for extractions later
- Rectify issues like overbite, underbite, and crossbite before they take a turn for the worse
- Help develop your child’s self-esteem and boost confidence early in their life
Orthodontics for Teens
Customized Treatment for Teenage Years
At Desman Orthodontics, we offer personalized Phase 2 treatment plans designed to help your teenager reach their smile goals without missing out on these formative teen years.
Treatments Available
- Metal braces: If you’re looking for a durable and affordable solution for misaligned teeth, metal braces are right for your teenager. Made with medical-grade stainless steel, these are safe, easy to clean, and resistant to stains.
- Clear braces: Clear braces are becoming a popular alternative to traditional metal braces. While not as strong or as stain-resistant as stainless steel, ceramic brackets blend better with the natural color of their teeth. Plus, their rounded bracket shape won’t irritate your teen’s cheeks and gums.
- Clear aligners: Removable and near-invisible, clear aligners are so discreet, most people won’t notice your teen wearing them. Your teen can also remove the aligners to better enjoy meals without worrying about food getting stuck.
Benefits of Teen Treatment
- Fix existing orthodontic issues: Whether your teen has undiagnosed problems or missed treatment from their childhood, it’s never too late to get them the straighter, healthier smile they deserve.
- Improve their facial features: Looks play a big role in their teenage years. Ensure your teen has a symmetrical smile and healthy, well-developed jaws and teeth.
- Build their self-esteem: At this stage where personal relationships help shape their future, building your teen’s self-esteem is more important than ever.
Orthodontics for Adults
Never Too Late for Healthier Smiles
Desman Orthodontics offers comprehensive treatment options for adults like you in Port St. Lucie that fit into your busy, active lifestyle.
Whether you missed out on treatment when you were younger, you need to realign your teeth from prior treatment, or you just want a more beautiful smile — Dr. Desman and our team are with you every step of the way.
Suitable Solutions for Adult Lifestyles
At our Port St. Lucie office, we’ll walk you through various treatment options built on the latest orthodontic technology. From metal and ceramic braces to clear aligner trays, we offer solutions to help you achieve your dream smiles without taking too much time off.
Reasons for Adult Treatment
Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean your current smile is set in stone — at Desman Orthodontics, we can help find the treatment for you to fix any orthodontic issues you have with your jaw and teeth.
Below are common reasons why adults should seek orthodontic evaluation:
- An accident affecting the teeth and jaw
- Pain or discomfort during meals
- Changes in facial structure
- General concern for oral health
Get Healthy Smiles for the Whole Family
Whether you’re a child playing outside or an adult at work, you deserve a smile that works wonders for your well-being. That’s why, at Desman Orthodontics, we’re committed to providing quality orthodontic care for patients of all ages.
If you’re looking to fix a problem and get a healthier, straighter dream smile for you or your loved ones, request your free consultation at our Port St. Lucie office today, and we’ll get you scheduled in no time.