A thoughtful start for growing smiles

Little smiles.
Room to grow.

An early conversation can help you understand your child’s developing teeth, bite, and next steps.

A child sitting with a parent at a dental consultation — A comfortable place to ask questions.

Orthodontics for Children

Understanding today. Planning for tomorrow.

As children grow, their teeth and jaws change. An orthodontic evaluation looks at that development and helps determine whether treatment or continued observation is appropriate.

The practice offers early interceptive care and, when indicated, treatment in two phases. Your child’s plan should explain what needs attention now and what may be considered later.

A plan made for you

Different needs. Different next steps.

Watching development

An evaluation does not automatically mean starting treatment. Ask what should be monitored and when to return.

Early treatment

For selected children, an initial phase may address developing space or bite concerns while growth is underway.

Explore early treatment

Two-phase care

Some plans include an early phase, an observation period, and later treatment as more permanent teeth come in.

Explore two-phase care

The everyday details

Make the first visit feel familiar.

A few simple conversations can help your child arrive with confidence.

Share what you’ve noticed

Bring questions about tooth positions, the way teeth meet, or habits such as thumb sucking.

Ask about timing

Understand why care is recommended now or why monitoring may be the next step.

Leave with a plan

Ask what happens next, what support your child will need at home, and when you should return.

Your questions, welcomed

A little
more clarity.

Does an early evaluation mean braces right away?

Not necessarily. An evaluation can lead to observation or a recommendation for treatment, depending on your child’s development and needs.

What does two-phase treatment mean?

It describes an early phase of care followed by a period of observation, then a later phase of treatment when appropriate. Ask what each phase is intended to accomplish for your child.

Can we discuss breathing or sleep concerns?

Yes. Share those concerns at the appointment. The practice’s airway approach includes considering oral function and coordinating care where appropriate; sleep or breathing disorders also need evaluation by the relevant medical professionals.

A complimentary consultation

Let’s start with
your questions.

Meet Dr. Peralta in Burien or West Seattle and explore your next steps.

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Little smiles.Room to grow.