early orthodontic treatment
Has your child been referred by a dentist for possible early orthodontic treatment? Complete this form to schedule your evaluation here.
What is Early Orthodontic Treatment?
Early orthodontic treatment is any orthodontic treatment for children ages 6-9 years old where a specific problem has been identified and if left untreated, could create a larger problem down the road. When a problem is identified at a young age, Dr. Veil and Dr. Wild will determine the best treatment for early intervention. Early intervention often focuses on ‘growth modification,’ which is an attempt to modify one’s current growth pattern through orthopedic or functional intervention to set a new and more normal growth pattern. When kids are older and skeletal growth slows, modifying or altering that pattern is less predictable.
frequently asked questions
I was referred by my general dentist, what now?
You’re in the right place! Through education in the dental profession, general dentists are better equipped to identify early orthodontic problems and refer patients at the appropriate, earlier times. The first step for you and your child is to set up a complimentary consultation. Simply fill out our CONTACT US FORM or give us a call at 952-334-5602. Our scheduling team will work with you to determine the best office location and time to fit your needs. Your consultation will consist of a full evaluation by our experienced doctors along with a tailored treatment plan.
What are some early treatments my child may need?
It is well established that tooth loss or extractions associated with orthodontic treatment can lead to changes in the oral environment that can increase risks of sleep apnea. Pulling back of front teeth can restrict tongue space and lead to a more retracted resting tongue position and often a reduction of the upper airway. In adolescents, extraction treatment can restrict the normal downward and forward mandibular growth that occurs during puberty.
Does Early Orthodontic Treatment eliminate the need for orthodontic treatment again when my child is older?
The goal of early treatment is not necessarily to completely prevent the need for future treatment it is to make future treatment easier, less time, and often to create a more optimal and stable long term outcome than what otherwise would have been possible. The goal of early treatment is to correct a specific problem that has been identified early and if left untreated could create a more complicated problem down the road.
Looking for more information about early orthodontic treatment? Contact us below or head to our blog to read Dr. Wild’s take on the ‘why’ behind starting orthodontic treatment early.
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Justin R. Wild
D.D.S., M.S.
Originally from Bloomington, MN, Dr. Justin Wild loves practicing in his hometown and the neighboring southwest metro suburbs. Dr. Wild is a 2007 graduate of Saint John’s University and a 2011 graduate from the University of Minnesota Dental School. In 2013, he completed his orthodontic specialty training at the University of Louisville. He is an active member of both the American Association of Orthodontics and the American Dental Association. In addition, he participates in several local study clubs and in 2014 established the Young Doctors Study Club for local dentists and other specialists in the Twin Cities.
He lives in Edina with his wife Jenna and their three daughters Annie, Lola and Reese. Outside the office Dr. Wild enjoys spending summer weekends up north at the family cabin boating, water skiing, and golfing. Dr. Wild played college hockey at St. John’s University and for seven years following college he coached youth hockey in the Bloomington Jefferson program.
Since joining the practice in 2013, Dr. Wild has earned recognition from several local publications for; Best Dentists by Minnesota Monthly Magazine, Best Orthodontist by Sun Media’s Readers Choice Awards, and Best Orthodontic Practice by Southwest News Media.
Justin R. Wild
D.D.S., M.S.
Originally from Bloomington, MN, Dr. Justin Wild loves practicing in his hometown and the neighboring southwest metro suburbs. Dr. Wild is a 2007 graduate of Saint John’s University and a 2011 graduate from the University of Minnesota Dental School. In 2013, he completed his orthodontic specialty training at the University of Louisville. He is an active member of both the American Association of Orthodontics and the American Dental Association. In addition, he participates in several local study clubs and in 2014 established the Young Doctors Study Club for local dentists and other specialists in the Twin Cities.
He lives in Edina with his wife Jenna and their three daughters Annie, Lola and Reese. Outside the office Dr. Wild enjoys spending summer weekends up north at the family cabin boating, water skiing, and golfing. Dr. Wild played college hockey at St. John’s University and for seven years following college he coached youth hockey in the Bloomington Jefferson program.
Jesse N. Veil
D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Jesse Veil graduated summa cum laude from the University of Minnesota School Of Dentistry and the Orthodontic residency program after completing his undergraduate degree at the University of North Dakota.
Dr. Veil has consistently been named a Top Orthodontist in the “Top Dentist” edition of the Mpls./St. Paul, Southwest Metro and Minnesota Monthly magazines and the Reader’s Choice Award for the Sun Current newspaper. He is also one of a very few orthodontists to obtain the “Hall of Fame” designation given to individuals who consistently are voted by their peers to these publications. In addition, Dr. Veil is well known for treating each person individually to their unique smile as “one size does not fit all”. Dr. Veil has personally treated Doctors & Staff Members and their immediate families from over 150 different dental offices across the Twin Cities. No greater compliment can be made to an orthodontist then those that see different smiles every single day! Dr. Veil’s patient’s smiles have appeared on the covers of national magazines such as Seventeen and on national news and talk shows.