The Importance of Early Intervention Orthodontics
Early orthodontic intervention plays an essential role in comprehensive dental care for the whole family in Urbandale. As part of our dental care for children, evaluating a oral development of kids early allows our dentists to identify potential concerns such as misalignment, overcrowding, or improper jaw growth before they become more complex. This proactive approach supports healthier tooth and jaw development, reducing the likelihood of invasive treatments later on. We encourage early assessments to help every child achieve a functional, well-balanced, and confident smile that lasts a lifetime.
HealthyStart System
The HealthyStart System offers a gentle, growth-focused way to guide children’s smiles and support healthier breathing and sleep. This innovative approach goes beyond straightening teeth—it works with a child’s natural development to encourage proper jaw growth and open the airway, helping many children who experience symptoms of pediatric sleep apnea or sleep-disordered breathing.
Using a series of soft, comfortable dental appliances, HealthyStart helps correct oral habits such as mouth breathing or tongue thrusting, promotes nasal breathing, and creates space for teeth to grow in naturally. As a result, many children experience improved sleep quality, better focus during the day, and healthier overall development.
While HealthyStart can greatly reduce or even eliminate mild breathing-related sleep problems, it may not replace medical treatment for more severe cases. In those situations, our dentists work collaboratively with pediatricians and sleep specialists to ensure your child receives the right combination of care for lasting results.
By guiding proper growth early, HealthyStart helps set the foundation for a lifetime of confident smiles and restful, healthy sleep.
Myobrace: A No-Braces Approach to Teeth Straightening
The Myobrace System offers a natural, brace-free way to help children achieve straighter teeth and healthier smiles. Designed for growing kids, Myobrace focuses on correcting poor oral habits—like mouth breathing, tongue thrusting, and incorrect swallowing—that can lead to crooked teeth or jaw misalignment.
Using a series of soft, removable appliances, Myobrace gently guides jaw and facial development while promoting proper breathing and tongue posture. Many children who use Myobrace enjoy easier breathing, better sleep, and improved oral health.
By addressing the causes of misaligned teeth early, Myobrace helps reduce the need for braces later and supports confident, long-term smile development.
Comprehensive Orthodontic Solutions for Children
Every child’s smile develops differently, which is why we offer a full range of orthodontic options to meet their unique needs. While traditional braces focus on straightening teeth after they’ve grown in, our gentle, growth-guided treatments address the habits and developmental factors that can cause misalignment in the first place.
This proactive approach encourages proper jaw growth, supports healthy breathing, and promotes balanced facial development—all while reducing the need for more extensive orthodontic work later on. By combining traditional techniques with innovative, preventive solutions, we create personalized treatment plans that help children enjoy strong, confident smiles that last a lifetime.
Why Families Choose Lawson Dentistry
Choosing Lawson Dentistry for your child’s orthodontic care means trusting a dentist who approaches each young patient with the same care and dedication she would give her own family. At our Urbandale office, Dr. Jessica Lawson believes orthodontics is about more than straight teeth—it’s about nurturing healthy growth, proper function, and lifelong confidence.
With advanced training from the Dawson Academy and certification in pediatric airway development, Dr. Lawson has the expertise to identify and treat the root causes of orthodontic and breathing concerns early. She takes the time to understand each child’s needs and designs gentle, effective treatments that encourage natural growth and lasting oral health.
Our practice blends advanced technology with a welcoming, supportive environment where children feel comfortable and parents feel informed. From early orthodontic evaluations to personalized treatment plans, we’re here to help your child grow up smiling with confidence.
Schedule Your Child’s Orthodontic Consultation Today
Is your child ready for a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles? At Lawson Dentistry, located in Urbandale, IA, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality orthodontic care tailored to the unique needs of each child. Schedule a consultation today to learn how our comprehensive orthodontic solutions, including the innovative HealthyStart and Myobrace systems, can benefit your child. Contact us at (515) 278-4366. Let’s embark on this journey to a brighter smile together!
