Families often are introduced to orthodontic care when children are examined and then referred to an orthodontist by the family dentist. Orthodontics focuses on correcting misaligned jaws and teeth, known as malocclusion. This improves appearance and also is essential for health and proper oral...
Parents quickly learn that their children go through a transition marked by a desire to be more independent. They're picking out their own mismatched clothes and no longer want any help when solving puzzles or complex toys. That newfound independence signals getting older and can be a healthy thing...