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Kids & Early Orthodontics

Early orthodontic care helps guide your child’s developing smile, creating a strong foundation for lifelong confidence and oral health.

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Why You Should Consider
Kids & Early Orthodontics

Starting orthodontic care at the right time allows us to guide your child’s growth and prevent more complex issues later. With early orthodontics, Greeley families gain clarity, confidence, and a proactive plan for their child’s smile.

  • Early guidance for growing smiles
  • Prevents complex issues later on
  • Supports healthy jaw development
  • Builds confidence from a young age

Designed For
Real Life

Early orthodontic care is designed to fit easily into your child’s daily routine—supporting their growth without disrupting their lifestyle.

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Students

Appointments and treatment plans are designed to work around school schedules and everyday routines.
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Athletes

Comfortable, age-appropriate solutions allow kids to stay active and continue enjoying sports and activities.
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Kids 7+

Around age 7 is the ideal time to evaluate development and gently guide growing smiles as needed.

Your Kids & Early
Orthodontics Options

Here at Greeley Family Orthodontics, we offer modern solutions designed to fit your lifestyle, goals, and budget.
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Early Orthodontic Treatment

Early orthodontic treatment helps guide jaw growth and tooth development to support a healthier, more balanced smile.

Best For

Children with early signs of crowding, spacing, or bite issues that benefit from timely intervention.
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Interceptive Orthodontics

Interceptive orthodontics addresses developing issues early, helping prevent more complex problems as your child grows.

Best For

Kids showing signs of jaw misalignment, bite concerns, or emerging orthodontic issues.
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Space Maintainers

Space maintainers help preserve room for permanent teeth when baby teeth are lost too early.

Best For

Children who have lost baby teeth prematurely and need to prevent crowding as adult teeth come in.
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Expanders

Palatal expanders gently widen the upper jaw to create space and improve alignment as a child grows.

Best For

Children with narrow arches, crowding, or crossbites that benefit from guided jaw development.
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The Warm Professional Choice for Kids & Early Orthodontics in
Greeley

Consistent Doctors You Know & Trust

Your child will see the same trusted orthodontists throughout their care, creating comfort and continuity for your family.

Detail-Driven Expertise

Every treatment plan is thoughtfully designed to support your child’s growth and long-term smile development.
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Family-Centered Philosophy

We partner with families to create a positive, supportive experience for both parents and children.

Inclusive, Bilingual Care

We proudly serve Greeley’s diverse community with care available in both English and Spanish.

Your Smile Journey,
Simplified

01

Early Evaluation

We assess your child’s teeth, bite, and growth to identify any early concerns.
02

Growth Monitoring

If immediate treatment isn’t needed, we continue to monitor development over time.
03

Timely Treatment

When the time is right, we begin gentle, effective treatment tailored to your child’s needs.
04

Healthy Smile Foundation

Your child’s smile develops with the support needed for long-term health and confidence.

Expert Care, Delivered with
Compassion

Not sure if your child is ready for orthodontic care? Schedule a free consultation in Greeley and get expert guidance every step of the way.
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Frequently Asked
Questions

We recommend an evaluation by age 7 to identify any early signs of orthodontic concerns.

Not always—many children are simply monitored until the timing is right for treatment.

Crowding, bite issues, early or late loss of baby teeth, and difficulty chewing can all be indicators.

Treatment is designed to be gentle and age-appropriate, with most kids adjusting quickly.

In some cases, yes—but even when braces are needed later, early care often makes treatment easier and shorter.Yes—with Invisalign, aligners are removable, and with braces, we’ll guide you on simple adjustments to protect your appliances.

Stories from Our Smile Family

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As a parent navigating the chaos of a large family with five energetic kids, managing appointments can be a daunting task. However, Greeley Family Orthodontics’ dedication to providing top-notch care for our children has been nothing short of exemplary. Not only do they prioritize our kids’ dental health, but they also go the extra mile to ensure a family-friendly environment that puts everyone at ease. I wholeheartedly recommend this office to anyone in search of a dentist who truly understands the needs of families. With their expert care and attention to detail, our kids always leave their appointments with big, shiny smiles!

Sam
Parent of five patients

The entire team is so kind, patient, and great with kids. My child always feels comfortable and even looks forward to appointments…which says a lot! They do such a great job explaining everything to parents and little ones. As a Johnstown real estate agent and local mom, I really value having such a great office nearby. It’s a place I’m always happy to recommend to other families in Northern Colorado!

Jaclyn
Parent of two patients

This is a great place especially if you have a special needs child. The orthodontists are so patient and friendly with my autistic son. They always explain everything to him and they are very gentle.

DKS
Parent of one patient
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Visit Our Greeley Office

Phone

970-457-9920

Hours

Mon-Thurs: 8:30am - 4:30pm | Friday: 7:30am -2:30pm

Address

1911 59th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80634

Ready to Start Your Smile Journey?

Your first consultation is completely free. We’ll discuss your goals, answer questions, and create a personalized treatment plan— no pressure, no obligation.

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