Growth Orthodontics
The golden time for growth-phase orthodontic treatment.
GROWTH ORTHODONTICS
Straight teeth and
proper jaw growth.
Growth-phase orthodontics is more than just aligning teeth. By intervening when the jaw is still growing, skeletal correction becomes possible — something adults can no longer achieve. Treatment is coordinated between our pediatric and orthodontic specialists.
Dr. Im Sumin
Evaluates the child's growth and oral environment, and determines when and how orthodontic intervention is needed.
Dr. Jeong Dawoon
A Ministry of Health-certified orthodontic specialist who oversees everything from appliance selection to treatment completion.
APPLIANCES
The right appliance for your child — chosen with care.
Our pediatric and orthodontic specialists together decide the appliance best suited to your child's growth stage.
Removable Appliance
Activator · Functional appliance
An appliance the child can remove themselves. Guides both tooth alignment and jaw growth direction, adjusted as the child grows.
- Minimal disruption to school life
- Easy to maintain oral hygiene
Invisalign First
Invisalign First
Clear aligners designed specifically for children. Includes arch expansion capability alongside tooth alignment — suitable for growing children.
- Virtually invisible — aesthetically superior
- Removable for eating and brushing
SMART AI GROWTH CHECK
Find your child's growth golden time
Smart AI Growth Assessment
ESAM uses AI to analyze wrist bone X-rays and oral X-rays, providing a precise evaluation of your child's growth stage.
Assess current tooth development and permanent tooth eruption sequence.
Evaluate growth potential via wrist bone X-ray.
Analyze jaw width and anterior-posterior growth.
Determine the optimal timing and type of orthodontic intervention.
FAQ
Growth orthodontics — FAQs
When is the best time to start growth orthodontics?
It depends on the condition, but children with underbite (underjaw) or severe crowding may benefit from starting at age 5–7. For general alignment issues, the ideal window is around ages 8–10, when most permanent teeth have emerged. An AI growth assessment objectively determines the optimal start time.
If we do growth orthodontics, will they need braces again later?
Phase 1 growth orthodontics doesn't fully replace adult treatment. However, correcting jaw growth in Phase 1 significantly reduces the scope and duration of Phase 2. In mild cases, Phase 2 may not be needed at all.
What is the AI growth assessment?
It analyzes wrist bone maturity and facial X-rays to evaluate the child's current growth stage and remaining growth potential — objectively confirming whether it's the right time to start orthodontic treatment.
Is Invisalign First different from regular clear aligners?
Yes. Invisalign First is designed specifically for growing children. Unlike adult clear aligners, it includes arch expansion capability — creating space for teeth to emerge while simultaneously organizing the dental arch, updated in stages to match the child's changing oral structure.