Children’s Braces & Early Orthodontics in Chicago, IL
Give your child a confident, healthy smile with expert orthodontic care in Chicago designed for growing smiles.
Children’s Braces & Early Orthodontics AT ACE DENTAL Center
Set your child up for a lifetime of confident smiles with orthodontic treatment at ACE Dental Center in Chicago, IL. Dr. Azam Saeed provides gentle, effective children’s braces that straighten teeth and correct bite issues during the most important growth years.
Early orthodontic treatment in Chicago takes advantage of your child’s natural development. At our Chicago dental office, Dr. Saeed creates personalized treatment plans to address crowding, spacing, and alignment concerns while your child’s jaw is still growing helping guide proper development and long-term oral health.
Is Your Child a Candidate for Braces in Chicago, IL?
If your child has crowded or crooked teeth, gaps, bite problems, or difficulty chewing, they may benefit from braces at ACE Dental Center in Chicago. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic evaluation by age 7 to identify potential concerns early.
At our Chicago office, Dr. Azam Saeed carefully evaluates your child’s dental development, jaw growth, and tooth alignment to determine the ideal timing and most effective treatment approach. Early intervention can help guide proper growth, prevent more complex issues, and set the foundation for a healthy, confident smile.
Benefits of Children’s Braces & Early Orthodontics
Optimal Treatment Timing
Treating children during their growth years allows Dr. Azam Saeed at ACE Dental Center in Chicago to guide proper jaw development and tooth alignment. Early orthodontic care can prevent more complex dental issues later and may reduce the need for tooth extractions or jaw surgery in the future.
Improved Oral Health & Function
Straighter teeth are easier to clean, lowering the risk of cavities and gum disease for children in Chicago. Correcting alignment also improves chewing, speech, and breathing. At our Chicago office, we focus on both functional health and long-term smile aesthetics.
Boosted Confidence & Self-Esteem
A healthy, straight smile can positively impact your child’s confidence at school, in social settings, and during important developmental years. Early braces treatment in Chicago helps your child grow into their teen years feeling proud of their smile.
Dr. Azam Saeed begins with a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation at our Chicago office. This includes digital X-rays and a detailed assessment of your child’s teeth, bite, and jaw development. He’ll determine whether early treatment should begin now or if growth monitoring is the best approach.
Digital impressions and photos are taken at our Chicago location to create a personalized orthodontic plan. Dr. Saeed outlines the expected timeline, treatment goals, and answers all your questions so you feel confident before starting braces.
Brackets are carefully bonded to your child’s teeth and connected with wires. The appointment typically takes about 90 minutes. Our Chicago team prioritizes comfort and ensures your child feels relaxed throughout the process.
Your child will visit our Chicago dental office every 4–8 weeks for adjustments. Dr. Saeed monitors progress closely and makes necessary changes to keep treatment on track. Most children complete braces treatment in 12–24 months, depending on case complexity.
kids Braces Cost
Cost
Starting At $3,995
This means providing affordable orthodontic options for low-income families in Chicago. By accepting Medicaid-insured patients at ACE Dental Center, we help Chicago families access the orthodontic treatment their children need for healthy, confident smiles that last a lifetime. Our team is committed to making quality braces care accessible to families throughout Chicago and surrounding communities.
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Most children in Chicago begin comprehensive braces treatment between ages 9 and 14. Dr. Saeed recommends an orthodontic evaluation by age 7 to assess jaw development and determine the ideal timing for braces based on your child’s growth and dental needs.
Children’s braces treatment typically lasts 12 to 24 months, depending on the severity of alignment issues. During your Chicago consultation, we provide a personalized timeline tailored to your child’s specific orthodontic needs.
Your child may feel mild soreness for a few days after braces placement or adjustments. Over-the-counter pain relievers usually help. Our Chicago orthodontic team uses gentle techniques to keep treatment as comfortable as possible.
Yes. We recommend wearing a mouthguard during contact sports. Custom athletic mouthguards are available at our Chicago dental office to protect both braces and teeth.
Sticky, hard, and chewy foods can damage braces. During your visit to our Chicago office, we provide a complete list of foods to avoid. Most foods are perfectly fine when cut into smaller pieces.