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It’s that time of the year again in Weston, Florida when we joyfully celebrate those big smiles at Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics, where kids are smiling all the way to the mirror!

It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month which is a good reminder about the importance of scheduling your child for an orthodontic appointment by age 7 or sooner. It’s possible that your child’s smile may be affecting their everyday life and you may not be aware of it!  When our body image is negatively affected by the way we look or smile or speak, it can really seem overwhelming and hurtful. National Children’s Dental Health Month lays focus on our children’s ...

Happy National Children's Dental Health Month! Here in Plantation, Florida, we are delivering big, healthy smiles because we know that Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics is here to help our smiles shine!

There are still a few uninformed people out there who don’t understand the importance of early Orthodontic treatment and why it is so urgent to make sure their children are seen by an experienced orthodontist by age 7. Many young people have overcrowded or crooked teeth or teeth that don’t align properly when they bite, and this could cause the jaws to become strained, damaged and painful. This produces even more problems for already problematic teeth, and when left ...

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Now is the perfect time to go over dental care tips with your child and set up a good dental hygiene routine for the rest of the year. You and your child can learn about the importance of a healthy smile, courtesy of Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

Helping your child keep their teeth, gums, and mouth healthy is always a good idea, and proper dental care has lifelong health benefits. Good dental hygiene habits that are learned in childhood can stay with your child throughout their life. So, let’s take a look at some dental health dos and don’ts that you can go ...

Did you know that February is National Children’s Dental Health Month? The American Dental Association established this campaign to promote healthy dental habits to children across the country. From the time your child’s first tooth emerges, promoting healthy oral care is very important. Teaching children to brush and floss is a habit that should be taught from an early age.

Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics understands the importance of healthy dental habits, however, she also understands that sometimes even the healthiest of habits can’t fix everything. Sometimes, medical intervention is needed even you’re your child is still growing. Luckily, Yazji Orthodontics offers a few different services depending on your wants and ...

If your child needs braces, you’re probably wondering what the best braces for kids in 33324 are. People get braces at different stages of life – as kids, pre-teens, teens, and adults – and each patient age group has unique needs and concerns regarding their orthodontic treatment. As your child grows and develops their personality and individual strengths and interests, getting braces shouldn’t get in the way of their development. In fact, there are braces that can help your child improve their smile and express their creativity; there are braces that make orthodontic treatment fun: WildSmiles braces for kids at the offices of Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics.

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As a parent, there is nothing more wonderful than seeing your child’s smile.  The sight of their toothless grin as a baby, or that first pearly white popping through, never gets old.  When they lose that first baby tooth, it’s a special milestone and a memory often preserved in family photo albums. As your child’s permanent teeth begin to emerge, generally around the age of 6, their snaggletooth smiles can be quite adorable.  It is at this time, or sooner, that The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children get their first check-up with an orthodontist, particularly if you suspect a problem with your child’s teeth. Visiting an orthodontist, no later ...

If you wore braces, do you remember how old you were when you got them? While many people get braces as preteens, teens, and even as adults, there are significant benefits to early orthodontic treatment. Treating tooth and bite problems early can help your child get a better-looking smile and more functional teeth sooner rather that later in Coral Springs.

As soon as you notice anything that looks like it can be a problem for your child’s jaw and dental development, you should schedule an evaluation with an orthodontist, according to the American Association of Orthodontics. By having your child’s teeth and bite evaluated once they have some of ...