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Pediatric Malocclusion: When to Start Braces by Heryuliani Purwanti is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Seven out of ten children will have a malocclusion or bad bite by puberty, with 90% caused by oral habits or medical issues affecting jaw growth. The remaining 10% are hereditary or neuromuscular issues. Early treatment can help correct abnormal jaw growth patterns through growth modification before puberty. Later options include camouflage treatment to mask limited remaining growth or orthognathic surgery for complex cases. Children should see an orthodontist by age 7 to discuss treatment options and deter

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Heryuliani Purwanti

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