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Chapter 12 — A Parent's Simple Home Observation Checklist
Parents can observe everyday patterns without trying to diagnose them. The most useful observations are repeated patterns rather than a single unusual night or isolated moment. If something concerns you, make a note of when it occurs and discuss it with the appropriate professional.
Does my child breathe mainly through the nose?
Do the lips comfortably meet at rest?
Does my child sleep with the mouth open?
Does the tongue appear to push against or between the teeth?
Are there persistent thumb, finger or other oral habits?
Does chewing or swallowing look unusual or difficult?
Has my child ever had an orthodontic assessment?
This checklist is for awareness and conversation. It is not a diagnosis and should not be used to decide on an appliance or treatment without professional assessment.
Chapter 13 — Your Child Does Not Need to Be “Bad Enough” to Be Assessed
Many families wait because they assume orthodontic care is only necessary when teeth are severely crooked. That can create an unnecessary either-or mindset: either everything is fine, or treatment must begin. There is a third option—assessment for information and monitoring.
A child may leave an assessment with no treatment recommended at present. Another child may be advised to return for monitoring. Another may benefit from habit guidance or a myofunctional program. Another may need conventional orthodontic treatment. The point is not to create treatment where none is needed; it is to understand the child well enough to make the right decision.
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