G.Michael Kabot, D.D.S., M.S.

G.Michael Kabot, D.D.S., M.S.

Practice Limited to Orthodontics
Dentofacial and Functional Orthopedics
Children and Adults

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Michigan Braces

   Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontic practice is proud to be a part of Michigan Braces. Dr.Kabot’s specialty is braces and they can be done at any age. But it’s highly recommended in younger children between the ages of 9.5 and 12 years old since that is the growing phase. Braces are needed to be on for a long term and they can’t be removed until after generally within 1 to 2 years. The reason for this is it takes time for the braces to move the teeth to the desired position by constantly applying light pressure on the teeth. The pressure applied on the teeth will push the teeth into the available space and bone will fill in the space where the teeth were previous located. One misconception is that braces can only be done at younger ages. Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, wants to assure you that braces can be done at any age, whether you are in your 30s or 60s. But the best time is when the child is growing.

   Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics,Michigan Braces, recommends their patients have regular dental check ups and especially in younger children, they should have it done as soon as possible so plans can be made to help them develop healthy teeth as they grow. The benefit of getting an early checkup is to prevent severe tooth malposition. If younger patients seek treatment with less severe tooth malposition, then they could get braces around the age of 12. But for cases such as cross bite, even children as young as 3 years old need a correction. As you seek orthodontists, the consultation advice will be a bit different and Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, will try their best to give you the most accurate recommendations for the best of their patients.

   Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, likes to guide their patients and start checking their teeth in the earliest stages of tooth development so early interventions can take place to prevent future damage. A few interventions that could be done in the aid of healthier jaw growth are simply utilizing a functional appliance or a space maintainer. Early interventions can help younger patients in the long run and sometimes braces are no longer needed or at the very least, it lessens the treatment time and chances of extractions.
Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, purpose, is to straighten your teeth and the goal is to help you to bring out your hidden beautiful smile. Remember that it’s not your fault when you have crooked teeth and most people grow up not having straight teeth. It’s because the tooth development process is complicated and some teeth are naturally and genetically designed to have a faster growing pace than other teeth. There are a lot of factors that made your teeth unhealthy and not straight. Some common problems that kids often face as the result of having unhealthy teeth are crooked teeth and unequal size of upper and lower jaws. When seeing a problem like this, then seeking an orthodontist is necessary, such as Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces. Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, will have a consultation with you to determine which type of treatment that is best.

   As a braces specialist, Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces tries their best to arrange the best treatment plan for each patient since every patient brings in a unique case. Back in the day, braces were big in size and it was painful when placing them on the teeth. Also physically twisting the metal braces during a regular orthodontic checkup was required. In today’s world, the advanced technologies have created many great types of braces. Braces are smaller in size and less noticeable, at the same time they give the patients a feeling of ease and comfort. But nevertheless, they are very effective in moving the teeth to the right position. Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, offers rubber bands. With this type of elastic band, there is no need to physically twist the wires on braces. Also replacing the rubber bands takes a shorter time and that saves chair time and money. The rubber bands come in many colors. This will gives kids a more enjoyable experience with braces.

   Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, is devoted to their patients and wants to build a long and trusting relationship with their patients. Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, has two offices located in both Clawson and Farmington. These offices are fully staffed and they all go after one goal, which is to create a warm and friendly family environment for their patients. Dr.Kabot’s Orthodontics, Michigan Braces, is here to help their patients to get the best orthodontic result. We refuse to be anything but the best orthodontic specialist. So don’t hesitate to contact us.