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Comprehensive Orthodontic Care in Tracy, CA
New Smile Orthodontics provides personalized orthodontic care for children, teens and adults in Tracy and throughout the surrounding Central Valley communities. Our Tracy office offers comprehensive treatment for a wide range of orthodontic needs, from routine alignment and bite correction to early orthodontic treatment, palatal expansion and advanced orthodontic care.
Every patient receives an individualized evaluation so we can understand how the teeth, bite and jaws are developing and recommend treatment based on their specific needs.
Braces and Clear Aligners in Tracy
Braces remain a proven option for correcting crowded teeth, spacing, bite problems and more complex orthodontic concerns. We offer traditional metal braces, clear braces and other treatment options based on each patient’s needs.
For patients who prefer a more discreet approach, Invisalign and Angel Clear Aligners use a series of custom-made aligners to gradually move the teeth. Clear aligners can be an effective option for many teens and adults, depending on the complexity of the case.
Children's and Teen Orthodontics in Tracy
Orthodontic treatment is not limited to one age group. Children and teens can benefit from an evaluation while their teeth and jaws are developing, particularly when there are signs of crowding, crossbite, bite problems or jaw-width concerns.
For some patients, treatment may begin with early orthodontics or expansion before comprehensive orthodontic treatment. For others, treatment may begin later with braces or clear aligners.
The right timing depends on each child’s growth, dental development and orthodontic needs.
Early Orthodontics and Phase 1 Treatment in Tracy
Early orthodontics, also called Phase 1 orthodontics, allows an orthodontist to evaluate developing teeth and jaws while a child is still growing. Treatment may be recommended when there are concerns such as significant crowding, crossbite, a narrow upper jaw, jaw development or certain oral habits.
Depending on the child’s needs, Phase 1 treatment may involve an expander, limited braces or another orthodontic appliance. The goal is to address specific developmental concerns at an appropriate time and, when needed, create better conditions for future comprehensive treatment.
Palate Expanders and Palatal Expansion in Tracy
A narrow upper jaw can contribute to crowding, crossbite and other bite concerns. Palatal expansion uses an orthodontic appliance to gradually widen the upper jaw and create additional space during growth.
Palate expanders are commonly used in children and pre-teens because the jaws are still developing. An orthodontic evaluation can determine whether expansion is appropriate and whether it should be part of a broader Phase 1 treatment plan.
Airway-Focused Orthodontics in Tracy
At New Smile Orthodontics, our orthodontic evaluations consider more than tooth alignment alone. When appropriate, we also consider the relationship between the teeth, bite, jaws, facial development and potential breathing concerns.
Airway-focused orthodontics may be particularly relevant when a patient has signs such as mouth breathing, snoring, restless sleep, a narrow upper jaw or certain developmental concerns.
Depending on the individual situation, orthodontic treatment may include palatal expansion or other approaches designed to address jaw and dental development. When breathing or sleep concerns require additional evaluation, orthodontic care may be coordinated with appropriate medical, ENT or sleep professionals.
MARPE and Palatal Expansion for Older Patients
For older teens and adults with a narrow upper jaw, traditional expanders may not provide the same type of skeletal expansion that can be achieved during childhood. In carefully selected cases, MARPE, or Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion, may be considered.
MARPE combines a palatal expander with temporary miniscrew support to help achieve skeletal expansion in patients who are beyond the typical age for conventional expansion.
Whether MARPE is appropriate depends on factors such as age, growth stage, anatomy, imaging and the patient’s specific orthodontic needs.
Adult Orthodontics in Tracy
Adults can benefit from orthodontic treatment at many stages of life. Treatment may address crowded or spaced teeth, bite problems, relapse from previous orthodontic treatment or other alignment concerns.
Depending on the case, adults may be candidates for traditional braces, clear braces or clear aligners. For some adults with significant upper-jaw width concerns, advanced expansion options such as MARPE may also be considered.
Our goal is to develop a treatment plan that addresses both the patient’s orthodontic needs and their lifestyle preferences.
Your Tracy Orthodontic Consultation
The first step is a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation. During your consultation, our team will assess your teeth, bite and jaw development, discuss your concerns and explain the treatment options that may be appropriate for you or your child.
If early treatment, expansion or airway-related concerns are relevant, these factors can also be considered as part of the overall evaluation.
Visit New Smile Orthodontics in Tracy
New Smile Orthodontics is conveniently located at 2435 Naglee Rd #7C, Tracy, CA 95304. We provide orthodontic care for children, teens and adults, including braces, clear aligners, early orthodontics, palatal expansion, airway-focused orthodontics and MARPE.
