Families in Southington, Connecticut now have a dedicated orthodontic specialist option just a short drive away. Feldman Orthodontics, with its Cheshire office, serves Southington patients with a team of four board-certified orthodontists: Dr. Jonny Feldman, Dr. David Feldman, Dr. Kelly Morrison, and Dr. Preeti Chandhoke. The practice treats patients from early childhood through adulthood, offering a range of orthodontic solutions.
The journey often begins with a simple question: when should the first orthodontic visit occur? According to the American Association of Orthodontists, children should have their first evaluation by age 7. At this stage, a mix of baby and permanent teeth allows the orthodontist to assess bite and jaw development before growth is complete. Early evaluations typically examine bite development (including overbite, underbite, and crossbite), crowding or spacing issues, early or delayed loss of primary teeth, habits like thumb sucking that may affect dental development, and overall symmetry of the bite and jaw.
Most children evaluated at age 7 do not begin treatment immediately. Instead, the orthodontist monitors growth and recommends treatment when it will be most effective. In cases where early intervention is needed, it can reduce the complexity of treatment required during the teen years.
Feldman Orthodontics offers both braces and clear aligners for children, teens, and adults. Braces use brackets and wires to apply steady pressure, making them suitable for a wide range of corrections, including complex bite and spacing problems. Clear aligners consist of a series of custom-fitted, removable trays, often chosen by patients seeking a less visible option or the ability to remove the appliance for meals, sports, or music. For families comparing braces in Southington, CT, the decision often hinges on case complexity, appearance, and compliance. Aligners require consistent wear to be effective, so the orthodontist evaluates both options against the patient's clinical needs and daily routine before creating a treatment plan.
Patients considering clear aligners in Southington, CT also benefit from digital scanning and 3D imaging, which replace traditional impressions and provide a detailed view of tooth and jaw position for treatment planning. Remote monitoring is available for qualifying patients, reducing the frequency of in-office visits.
New patients receive a complimentary consultation before any commitment. During this visit, the orthodontist reviews dental and skeletal development, explains applicable treatment options, and outlines an expected timeline. Digital scanning may be performed at the first appointment to aid the assessment. "Our goal is that every patient leaves the first visit understanding their options and what treatment will actually involve," said the Feldman Orthodontics team.
For cases involving skeletal differences that orthodontics alone cannot correct, the practice also provides surgical orthodontics. Retainers and follow-up care are part of every completed treatment plan.
Feldman Orthodontics is a Connecticut orthodontic practice with offices in Cheshire, Wallingford, and North Haven. The practice provides early orthodontic evaluations, teen and adult orthodontics, braces, clear aligners, surgical orthodontics, retainers and follow-up care, digital scanning, 3D imaging, and remote monitoring. Complimentary consultations and flexible scheduling are available to new patients. Patients in Southington are served from the practice's Cheshire office. More information is available at Feldman Orthodontics.
