Braces in Charlotte

Meet Your Family Orthodontist

Care For All Ages

At Selden Orthodontics(opens in new tab), we believe every patient deserves access to high-quality orthodontic treatment and a healthy, confident smile. As your Charlotte family orthodontist, we provide personalized care for children, teens, and adults.

Our team offers a full range of orthodontic services. Whether your child is ready for their first orthodontic evaluation, your teen needs braces, or you are considering adult orthodontic treatment, we are here to help you achieve a beautifully aligned smile!

Early Intervention for Children

Healthy tooth and jaw alignment plays an important role in your child’s oral health, bite function, and confidence. That is why the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic checkup by age 7.

By this age, enough permanent teeth have emerged for an orthodontist to identify potential concerns with jaw growth, bite alignment, and erupting teeth—even while some baby teeth remain. In many cases, a child’s bite may be developing normally, and we may simply recommend periodic monitoring.

If we identify a developing concern, we can determine the best time to begin treatment. Some children benefit from early orthodontic treatment, while others may wait until more permanent teeth have erupted. Our goal is always to recommend the right treatment at the right time for your child.

Orthodontic Care for Charlotte Teens

The teen years are a common time to begin orthodontic treatment. By monitoring jaw growth and tooth movement, our team can often identify orthodontic concerns before they become more complex, leading to a decline in dental health. This proactive approach may help reduce the length or complexity of future treatment.

Many teens ask, “How long will I have braces?” The answer depends on their individual smile, bite, and treatment needs. Every orthodontic case is different, and we create a personalized plan designed to help your teen achieve a healthy, confident, long-lasting smile.

Teens can also choose from several orthodontic treatment options, including:

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• Clear aligners, including Invisalign(opens in new tab) (opens in new tab)- F(opens in new tab)or teens who prefer an orthodontic option without brackets or wires, Invisalign clear aligners use a series of removable, custom-made trays to gradually straighten teeth.(opens in new tab)

Adult Orthodontic Treatment Options

Orthodontic treatment is not just for children and teens. More adults than ever are choosing orthodontics to improve their smile, bite, and oral health. In fact, about 1 in 5 orthodontic patients is an adult, proving that it is never too late to invest in the smile you have always wanted.

Adults pursue orthodontic treatment for many reasons. Some want to improve the appearance of their smile, while others want to correct bite concerns or support long-term oral health. We also help adults who had braces earlier in life but have experienced shifting teeth and want a smile “touch-up.”

At Selden Orthodontics, we understand that children, teens, and adults have different orthodontic needs, lifestyles, and goals. We take the time to create a treatment plan that fits your needs while providing attentive care in a welcoming, comfortable environment.

Schedule your free consultation(opens in new tab) with Selden Orthodontics today and take the first step toward your healthiest, most confident smile.