We believe in non-extraction treatment whenever possible. With this goal in mind, we stress the importance of early screenings and interceptive treatment when necessary for children.

Despite our best efforts, approximately 30% of cases proceeding into braces treatment who initially present with significant crowding and/or protrusion will require two or more teeth extracted.

These extractions are necessary to help establish the right balance between smile esthetics, facial profile features and long term stability of the orthodontic treatment result.

Extractions are NEVER prescribed in situations where a negative impact on facial appearance may result.