# Orthodontics | Pediatric Dentistry

https://pediatricdent.com/service-category/orthodontics

> Clinic-produced patient-facing information and marketing/educational content; useful for answering basic questions about pediatric orthodontic services and care but should be attributed to the practice when used as fact. Not a scientific or peer-reviewed source.

## Summary

The page is a service-category page for Orthodontics from Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics that links to specific services (Braces, Treatment Plan), presents an Orthodontic FAQ (definitions, age to visit, braces care, treatment length, pain and checkups), and provides emergency-care guidance and clinic contact details.

## Audience

Patients and parents (general public seeking pediatric orthodontic care)

## Prompts this page answers

- What does Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics say about caring for teeth with braces?
- When should a child first visit an orthodontist according to this clinic?
- How long does the page say braces treatment typically takes?
- What should I do if a wire or bracket is loose according to the clinic's emergency guidance?
- How do I schedule an appointment with Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics?

## Purpose

To inform patients/parents about the practice's orthodontic services, answer common orthodontic questions, provide emergency-care instructions, and prompt users to contact the clinic or learn more about specific services.

## Highlights

- The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic visit around age seven (stated on the page).
- Orthodontic treatment times can range from six to 30 months, with most standard treatments taking about 22 months (stated on the page).
- Brushing after every meal and flossing at least once a day are recommended while wearing braces (stated on the page).
- Emergency-care guidance is provided for general soreness, loose appliances/brackets/wires, poking wires, and headgear, and patients are instructed to call the office for severe pain or problems they cannot manage (stated on the page).
- Clinic contact information: 5538 N Burdick St, Fayetteville, NY 13066; phone 315-637-6961; hours Mon-Fri 7:00am–4:00pm (stated in footer).

## How to cite

Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics — https://pediatricdent.com/service-category/orthodontics/

## Publisher

**Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** — Pediatric dental and orthodontic practice; footer states 'Creating healthy smiles for over 55 years with expert pediatric dental and orthodontic care in a fun, welcoming environment.'

## Topics

- orthodontics
- braces
- treatment plan
- orthodontic FAQ
- orthodontic emergencies
- pediatric orthodontics

## Key entities

- **Pediatric Dentistry & Family Orthodontics** (organization): The clinic publishing the site; provides pediatric dental and orthodontic services. — https://pediatricdent.com
- **Braces** (service): Listed service under the Orthodontics category; various types of braces are named on the page. — https://pediatricdent.com/services/braces/
- **Treatment Plan** (service): Listed service under the Orthodontics category. — https://pediatricdent.com/services/treatment-plan/
- **SmileSnap Virtual Orthodontic Exam** (other): A virtual orthodontic exam tool mentioned at the bottom of the page ('Try our Virtual Orthodontic Exam! powered by SmileSnap').