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What Age Should My Child Have Orthodontic Braces?
Braces are probably one of the most dreaded words for a parent to hear when taking their child for a dental check-up. Orthodontics relate to many issues for young developing children including their self-image. For a parent, the concern for their child to develop a healthy smile is also confounded by the sometimes prohibitive cost of braces. However crooked teeth can indicate developmental problems for a child that influence their breathing, posture and sleep habits.
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An Orthodontic Nightmare
Audrey McCormick’s comprehensive report details their family’s traumatic and tragic experience as a result of Orthodontic mistreatment of their daughter, Krystal, at the hands of a series of Orthodontists and an Oral Surgeon. Nine years later her face is irreparably damaged, and it is unclear whether her current treatment will be able to improve her situation. Audrey is currently taking legal action against the Orthodontists involved – but is still in need of assistance.
The Case Against Jaw Operations for Children
The Telegraph 29th March 2010 by Michael Pilgrim.
John Mew, An 81-year-old dentist in the UK, has waged a 40-year campaign to prevent what he claims is unnecessary surgery to correct overbite on children.
Buteyko Meets Dr Mew: Buteyko Method For Teenagers…
Review by Breathing Remedies on Amazon.com
… Also Featuring Guidance from Orthodontist Dr Mew to Ensure Correct Facial Development and Straight Teeth.
Buteyko meets Dr Mew focuses on how the way that we breathe influences facial development and tooth alignment.
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Fabulous Faces
805 Living, August 2010, by Anthony Head
Achieving a bright smile is only one aspect of modern dentistry. From the Mind/Body/Soul section of American Lifestyle magazine 805.
Orthodontics: Choose Wisely!
A must read guide for all parents considering orthodontics for their children!
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