Orthodontics for All Ages in Englewood Cliffs
Customized Orthodontic Care for Every Age
Capan Orthodontics provides expert, personalized treatment for patients of all ages.
Whether your child needs early intervention, your teen is ready for braces, or you're an adult seeking a discreet way to straighten your smile, Dr. Capan offers tailored solutions designed for long-term success.
Early Treatment for Lifelong Healthy Smiles
The Importance of Early Orthodontic Care
The American Association of Orthodontists and Dr. Capan recommend that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age seven.
Early exams help us monitor jaw development, detect potential concerns, and intervene at the right time to guide your child’s growing smile toward a healthier future.
Your Child’s First Orthodontic Visit
During their first visit, Dr. Capan will assess your child’s bite, jaw alignment, and the development of their teeth. Many children won’t need immediate treatment, but regular checkups allow us to track progress and provide early intervention when needed.
Addressing Orthodontic Concerns Early
Some orthodontic issues are easier to treat during childhood before they become more complex. Early intervention can simplify future treatment, ensuring better outcomes with less effort.
Crowding & Spacing Issues
Teeth that are overcrowded or widely spaced can impact chewing, speech, and oral hygiene.
Early orthodontic treatment can help create the space needed for permanent teeth to emerge in proper alignment.
Protruding Front Teeth
Teeth that stick out too far are at greater risk of injury. Correcting this issue early protects your child’s smile and improves bite function.
Bite Alignment Concerns
Misalignment issues like crossbites, underbites, and overbites can cause uneven tooth wear, jaw discomfort, and chewing difficulties. Identifying these problems early allows us to guide jaw growth and prevent long-term complications.
The Lasting Benefits of Early Orthodontic Treatment
Starting orthodontic care at the right time helps set the foundation for a healthy, confident smile. Early treatment can make future care easier, improve oral health, and create long-term stability.
Guiding Jaw Development
Early treatment supports proper jaw growth, improving facial symmetry and bite function as your child grows.
Reducing the Need for Extractions
By creating space for incoming teeth, early intervention can minimize the need for permanent tooth extractions or more invasive treatments later.
Simplifying Future Orthodontic Care
Addressing orthodontic concerns early can reduce overall treatment time and improve the efficiency of future corrections, ensuring the best possible results.
The Perfect Time For Treatment
The teenage years are the ideal time for orthodontic treatment. As the jaw continues to grow, correcting misalignment becomes easier and more effective. There’s a reason we call the teen years the treatment years!
How Orthodontic Treatment Benefits Teens
A straight, healthy smile goes beyond appearance—it helps build confidence, improve function, and protect long-term oral health. Investing in orthodontic care during the teen years sets the stage for a lifetime of benefits.
A Confidence Boost That Lasts
A well-aligned smile helps teens feel more self-assured in social settings, at school, and in extracurricular activities, giving them a boost in confidence wherever they go.
Lower Risk of Dental Problems
Properly aligned teeth are easier to clean, reducing the risk of cavities, gum disease, and uneven wear. Orthodontic treatment helps set the foundation for better oral health in the future.
Better Function, More Comfort
Straightening teeth improves bite function, making it easier to chew, speak, and prevent unnecessary strain on the jaw. A properly aligned bite enhances both comfort and long-term dental health.
Teens Have Options
Every teen is different, which is why we offer multiple orthodontic solutions. Whether they prefer the durability of metal braces, the subtlety of clear braces, or the flexibility of clear aligners, we can customize a treatment option that fits their needs.
Metal Braces: A Time-Tested Solution
Metal braces remain one of the most effective ways to correct moderate to severe orthodontic concerns. With smaller brackets and advanced wire technology, today’s braces work more efficiently and comfortably than ever before.
Clear Aligners: Nearly Invisible, Fully Removable
Clear aligners allow teens to straighten their teeth with flexibility. This nearly invisible treatment offers the convenience of removable trays, making it easier to eat, brush, and maintain a normal routine without brackets or wires.
Clear Braces: Strength Meets Style
For teens who want the reliability of braces with a more discreet appearance, clear braces offer a great alternative. Made with tooth-colored brackets, they blend in while delivering the same strong results as metal braces.
Hybrid Solution
At Capan Orthodontics, you don’t have to choose between braces and clear aligners.
With our combination braces-and-clear aligners plan, you can enjoy the near-invisibility of aligners even if you have jaw and bite issues complex enough to require braces.
A Confident Smile at Any Age
More adults than ever are choosing orthodontic treatment to enhance their smiles and improve oral health. Whether you’re correcting lifelong misalignment or addressing shifting teeth later in life, we offer discreet, effective options tailored to your needs.
The Life-Changing Benefits of Adult Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment isn’t just about aesthetics—it enhances oral health, function, and confidence at every stage of life. Investing in your smile today can improve your well-being for years to come.
A Healthier Smile for the Future
Correcting misalignment can reduce the risk of gum disease, cavities, uneven wear, and TMJ-related discomfort, making it easier to maintain long-term oral health.
Confidence That Goes Beyond Your Smile
A straight, well-aligned smile can positively impact both personal and professional interactions, giving you the confidence to show up as your best self.
Treatment That Fits Your Lifestyle
With options like clear aligners and ceramic braces, adults can straighten their teeth discreetly and comfortably—without the visibility of traditional metal braces.
Orthodontic Solutions Designed for Adults
We offer a range of orthodontic treatments to fit your needs, lifestyle, and goals:
- Clear aligners: A nearly invisible, removable option for flexible treatment
- Ceramic braces: Tooth-colored brackets for a subtle, low-profile look
- Metal braces: A durable, efficient solution for more complex cases
Everyone Smiles at Capan Orthodontics
There’s no age limit on smiles, so why would there be one on the treatment that makes them shine? Get started on your new smile at any stage of life with a free consultation with Capan Orthodontics at our Englewood Falls office today!