While every parent aims to align their child’s teeth through orthodontics, doing so is just the beginning. Ultimately, the goal is to improve their overall well-being. At SuperKiddos Dental & Orthodontics, we think of Holistic Orthodontics as a new way to straighten teeth that goes beyond just straightening teeth. It considers the pediatric patient’s overall health and well-being.
Our philosophy at Superkiddos and Orthodontics is centered around total body wellness. We not only focus on healthy teeth, a healthy smile, and a functional bite but also on the patient’s overall health and individual needs
Holistic orthodontics is based on the idea that the mouth is not a system, but rather an important part of the whole health ecosystem of the body. It recognizes that oral health is linked to other parts of physical and mental health, like posture, breathing, and digestion. Aside from intending to create a better-looking smile, it also lays the foundation for a lifetime of overall health for children.
Limitations of Traditional Orthodontics
Traditional orthodontics has made a lot of progress in fixing dental problems, mostly by focusing on how teeth and bites fit together. But when looking at a child’s health as a whole, this traditional way of doing things often falls short. It usually focuses on mechanical changes without looking at how these changes might affect other parts of health.
What Holistic Approach Means for Children
Children are at a crucial stage in their growth and development. Holistic orthodontics recognizes this and aims to lay a strong foundation for not just dental health but overall physical and emotional wellness. By taking a more holistic approach, we can make sure that orthodontic treatments do not just fix the child’s teeth, but also improve his or her posture, breathing, and even mental health.
The Interconnectedness of Oral Health
Understanding that a child’s oral health is intertwined with many different facets of their general health is crucial. For instance, improper alignment can have an impact on a child’s posture, digestion, and breathing patterns in addition to their appearance. With a treatment plan that goes beyond just a gorgeous smile, holistic orthodontics aims to address these interrelated factors.
At SuperKiddos Dental & Orthodontics, we offer a wide range of orthodontic appliances and techniques. Each one is designed to meet specific treatment needs while staying in line with our holistic philosophy. What sets us apart is how we strategically combine, time, and plan these various options to create a holistic approach. Here is an overview of the appliances and techniques we employ:
Our team of pediatric dentists and orthodontists wants to witness the difference a holistic approach can make in every patient’s life. With our leading-edge facilities, highly skilled team, and comprehensive selection of treatment options, we’re confident that SuperKiddos Dental & Orthodontics is the right choice for your child’s dental and overall well-being. Schedule a consultation with us today to learn more about holistic orthodontics.
Bringing my kids to see Dr. Nikaeen is always a good experience. The front office staff is always very helpful with scheduling appointments for us based on the hectic schedule of a working mom with three kids who attend three different schools all over LA! I appreciate the care and kindness shown when working on my children's' mouths. I recommend her office to everyone!
Dr. Nikaeen is a highly professional orthodontist. She takes great care in her patients teeth and their well being. She’s very detail oriented and takes pride in providing an individualized service to all her patients. Both my daughters have been coming to her and I’m so happy to report my older daughter had her braces taken off today and her teeth look amazing. Couldn’t be happier with Dr. Nikaeen and her staff.
I have been in the dental field for 25 years in Los Angeles and chose Dr. Nikaeen to treat my teenage daughter. She is honestly one of the best in Southern California and I recommend her as often as I can to others!
