Do You Need Braces?

Many parents in Philadelphia, PA wondered if and when they should take their child to an orthodontist for a consultation. Even adults themselves grapple with the question of, “Do I need braces?” Here’s a helpful list that outlines when you should call Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics to schedule an initial consultation:

1. Early or late loss of baby teeth

2. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way

3. Finger sucking or other oral habits

4. Crowding, misplaced, or blocked-out teeth

5. Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or recede

6. Speech difficulty

7. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth

8. Difficulty of chewing or biting

9. Facial imbalance or asymmetry

10. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you or you child? If so give Dr. Farrow a call at 215.247.9060 or stop by Farrow Orthodontics when and if you are in the Philadelphia, PA area to schedule your free consultation as soon as possible.