After the first orthodontic examination, the orthodontist schedules the first revision to begin orthodontic treatment. This time depends on the type and severity of the deformity. In patients with jaw problems, the patient should be examined before puberty and orthodontic treatment initiated during puberty under the supervision of a skilled orthodontist with a board certification in jaw surgery. With orthodontic intervention in the patient’s growth pattern, correct jaw growth is achieved. This also leads to the teeth being directed to the standard position. The start of orthodontic treatment is usually set at age 9 for boys and age 8 for girls. However, depending on the type of jaw deformity, orthodontic treatment can be started earlier. In any case, this condition is determined after examination by an orthodontist.
If the patient does not see a doctor in order to treat jaw problems in a timely manner and during puberty, the jaw bones will become rigid after this period and cannot be moved with orthodontic appliances. At this time, the patient will need jaw surgery. Therefore, timely revision can be an aid to treat facial deformities without surgery.
