Orthodontics – Weatherford, TX

Traditional Braces

Very few general dentists also provide orthodontic treatment. While some might provide Invisalign, Dr. Decker offers complete orthodontics in Weatherford for children, adolescents, and adults. This even includes early interceptive functional orthodontics to treat problems early and help children avoid extensive treatment down the road.

Seventy-five percent of 12-year-olds need orthodontic treatment. By using functional orthodontic appliances for early treatment, 80% of the procedure can be completed before the adult teeth are present. This is preferable since treating orthodontic problems early reduces the time spent wearing braces as well as the overall cost of straightening your child’s smile.

The traditional braces we offer are much smaller and sleeker than the ones from the past, but they still offer the same reliability and durability. This means your child will have a more comfortable experience while straightening their teeth, and they’ll have a gorgeous smile in no time.

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Invisalign® Clear Aligners

Crooked teeth are a cosmetic issue, but there’s more to it than that. There are various causes of crooked teeth, including crowding, bite problems, and spacing, and these problems can cause additional issues with your oral health. A bite problem can contribute to TMJ dysfunction, and crooked teeth can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease, too. If you’re an adult struggling with this, what are your options? You can opt for traditional orthodontics, and we can provide them for you. However, for many, there’s another option: Invisalign clear braces.

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Phase 1/Pediatric Orthodontics

Phase 1 orthodontics refers to treatment that occurs when a child still has their baby teeth and no permanent teeth. It is used to correct alignment and bite issues as well as prepare the child’s mouth to accommodate their permanent teeth. Often, crooked primary (baby) teeth will lead to warped permanent teeth because they do not have a clear path to erupt. By starting orthodontics early, you can easily save your child from more complicated (and expensive) treatments in the future.

One mistake many parents make is that they believe they don’t need to have their child’s baby teeth straightened because they will simply fall out. Unfortunately, this is hardly ever the case. Phase 1 orthodontics is a fantastic way to stop bigger problems from developing in the future. If your child has crooked/crowded teeth or a misaligned bite (overbite, underbite, open bite, crossbite, etc.), be sure to bring them in for an appointment soon.