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Orthodontics for children and adolescents: early treatment for lasting dental health
Welcome to JUST KFO - Dr. Steinmaier & Kollegen, your specialist practice for orthodontics. We know that the health of your teeth and jaws is crucial for your well-being and self-confidence. That's why we focus on individual, modern and holistic solutions that are tailored to your needs.
Excellence in orthodontics
Our practice stands for the highest level of excellence in orthodontics. Using state-of-the-art technology and innovative treatment methods, we offer customized solutions for children, adolescents and adults. Whether fixed braces, removable braces or invisible aligners - we will find the right method to optimally correct your child's misaligned teeth and jaws.
Sensitive care for all age groups
At JUST KFO, we place great value on empathy and trust. Our experienced team will guide you and your child sensitively through every phase of your treatment. We take the time to explain all steps clearly and answer your questions. In this way, we create a pleasant atmosphere in which you feel that you are in good hands.
Early detection and intervention
Early detection of misaligned jaws is crucial to avoid complications later on. Regular check-ups with your family dentist help to identify anomalies such as crossbites or open bites at an early stage. Through targeted measures, we can promote the long-term dental health of your children and adolescents.
Innovative treatment methods
Our practice relies on innovative treatment methods to achieve the best results. We use almost invisible aligners to correct complex misalignments in an aesthetic and highly precise manner. Thanks to digital diagnostics and 3D treatment planning, we can visualize the treatment results even before treatment begins.
Trust through transparency
Transparency is important to us. We provide you with comprehensive information about costs and insurance benefits. Statutory health insurance covers the costs of orthodontic treatment for children and adolescents above a certain level of severity. We will be happy to advise you on additional private benefits and the advantages of supplementary dental insurance.
Your partner for a healthy smile
JUST KFO is your reliable partner for optimal orthodontic care. Our goal is to help you and your family achieve a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Contact us to find out more about our holistic treatment options or to make an appointment. Together we will lay the foundation for your dental health and self-confidence.
Transparent costs and insurance benefits
For children and adolescents, statutory health insurance covers the costs of orthodontic treatment if the malocclusion is of a certain severity (from KIG 3). In our practice, we attach great importance to ensuring that parents are fully informed: The initial co-payment (usually 20%) is refunded after successful completion of treatment. Additional private services, such as tooth-colored brackets or special wires, can be booked for tailor-made treatment. Our team will be happy to advise you on your individual options and the benefits of private supplementary dental insurance.
Our claim: expertise, empathy and state-of-the-art technology
At JUST KFO, the needs of our young patients take center stage. With state-of-the-art technology, personalized care and a transparent cost structure, we ensure clarity and trust. Our goal is to help every child and adolescent achieve a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Our innovative treatment methods and dedicated team are geared towards providing the best possible care for children and adolescents.
Get in touch with us
If you would like to find out more about our expertise in pediatric and adolescent orthodontics or would like to make an appointment, please do not hesitate to contact us. Let's work together to lay the foundation for your children's dental health and self-confidence. JUST KFO is your trusted partner for optimal orthodontic care.
The importance of early treatment
Early treatment of misaligned jaws is of great importance in order to avoid long-term damage to teeth and jaws. Regular examinations of children and adolescents are essential in order to detect and treat malocclusions at an early stage. In this way, more complex interventions can often be avoided later on. Early treatment makes a significant contribution to the dental health and well-being of young patients.
In orthodontics, various treatment methods are available to correct misaligned teeth and jaws. These include
Tooth straightening: Braces and other orthodontic appliances are used to bring the teeth into the correct position.
Jaw adjustment: This method uses orthodontic appliances to move the jaws into the correct position.
Jaw surgery: In cases of severe jaw misalignment, surgical treatment may be necessary to restore function and aesthetics.
These diverse treatment methods make it possible to respond to the individual needs of patients and achieve optimal results.
Functional orthodontics
Functional orthodontics is a specialized field that deals with the treatment of jaw misalignments caused by functional problems. This method involves the diagnosis and treatment of malocclusions caused by disorders in jaw function. Functional orthodontics can improve jaw function and optimize treatment results, leading to a better quality of life for patients.
Frequently asked questions / FAQ
What does an orthodontist do
An orthodontist is a specialist in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of misaligned teeth and jaws. Through the use of fixed or removable braces, aligners and other appliances, an orthodontist ensures the correct alignment of teeth and jaws to improve function and aesthetics. They also play an important role in the early detection of misalignments and offer customized solutions for children, adolescents and adults. The goal is a healthy, functional and beautiful smile.
What is orthodontics
Orthodontics is a special field of dentistry that deals with the detection, prevention and correction of misaligned teeth and jaws. The aim is to achieve an optimal position of the teeth and jaws through targeted treatment methods - such as fixed or removable braces, aligners or functional appliances. This improves aesthetics, function and long-term dental health. Orthodontics helps children, adolescents and adults to achieve a harmonious smile and a healthy, stable bite.
Own contribution for braces
The co-payment for braces is the amount that patients with statutory health insurance initially have to pay for orthodontic treatment. In Germany, this co-payment is usually 20% for children and adolescents. Once the treatment has been successfully completed, the health insurance company will reimburse this amount. Additional private services, such as aesthetically unobtrusive brackets or special wires, may incur additional costs. An early consultation with an orthodontist helps to understand all costs transparently and to find individual solutions.
Orthodontic treatment
Orthodontic treatment corrects misaligned teeth and jaws to improve function, aesthetics and long-term dental health. Modern treatment methods such as fixed braces, removable appliances or transparent aligners are used. Individually tailored concepts enable both children and adolescents as well as adults to have a healthy, beautiful smile.
Reimbursement of braces by health insurance for how long?
Reimbursement of the personal contribution for braces by the statutory health insurance fund usually takes place after the orthodontic treatment has been successfully completed. As soon as the orthodontist confirms that all treatment goals have been achieved, parents can submit proof to their health insurance provider. The processing time can vary depending on the health insurance company, but is often between a few weeks and a few months. After successful verification, you will receive a refund of the co-payment you previously made (usually 20%). Early consultation with your health insurance company can help you to better estimate the exact procedure and the duration of the reimbursement process.
Jaw surgery costs
The cost of orthodontic surgery (jaw surgery) varies depending on the type and extent of the procedure and individual findings. Statutory health insurance companies often cover part of the costs if medically necessary. Additional expenses for aesthetic corrections or special materials may have to be borne privately. A detailed diagnosis, consultation and cost breakdown with a specialist dentist or orthodontist will help to clarify the financing options, possible reimbursements and sensible supplementary insurance.
Braces for children
Braces for children are used to correct misaligned teeth and jaws at an early stage. The timely use of modern treatment methods - such as fixed braces, removable appliances or virtually invisible aligners - can often avoid more complex interventions later on. The aim is to have permanently healthy, functional teeth and a beautiful, self-confident smile that will give pleasure for a lifetime. Parents should consult an orthodontist at an early stage to determine the best time for treatment and suitable methods.
Fixed braces for children
Fixed braces for children correct misaligned teeth and jaws reliably and precisely. They consist of brackets and wires that are firmly attached to the teeth and allow controlled movements. Early treatment can often avoid more extensive interventions later on and ensure a healthy, aesthetic smile in the long term. Regular check-ups with the orthodontist ensure that the braces are optimally adjusted and the best possible results are achieved.
Orthodontist children
An orthodontist who specializes in children plays a crucial role in setting the course for a healthy and beautiful smile from an early age. Misaligned teeth and jaws can already be detected in the primary dentition or early mixed dentition. This early diagnosis makes it possible to guide natural growth with gentle treatment methods tailored to the respective child's age - such as removable braces or so-called functional appliances. As a result, more invasive interventions can often be minimized or even avoided altogether.
A child-friendly orthodontist takes enough time to build trust, explains each treatment step clearly and takes the child's individual needs into account. Collaboration with parents, family dentists and, if necessary, other specialists ensures that comprehensive and sustainable care is guaranteed. The result is improved oral health, an optimal bite and a radiant smile from which children also benefit in adulthood.
Braces costs
The cost of braces varies depending on the type of treatment, the severity of the tooth or jaw misalignment and the individual needs of the patient. Patients with statutory health insurance often benefit from having their costs covered by their health insurance provider, provided that they have a certain treatment requirement (KIG classification). The co-payment that parents initially advance is usually reimbursed in full once the treatment has been successfully completed. In addition, private supplementary insurance can be useful to make aesthetic options such as inconspicuous brackets or virtually invisible aligners more cost-effective. A personal consultation with an orthodontist helps to create transparent cost plans, take advantage of funding opportunities and find the best individual solution.
When should I start braces for an overbite?
Braces for an overbite are often recommended as soon as the jaw is still in the growth phase - usually between the ages of 9 and 12. At this age, targeted orthodontic measures can make optimum use of natural growth to correct the position of the jaw and gradually bring the front teeth into a harmonious position. The earlier an overbite is detected, the less invasive subsequent interventions can be.
However, each case must be considered individually: For some children, early intervention may be appropriate, while for others it may be sufficient to continue monitoring the growth process for the time being. A detailed examination and consultation with an experienced orthodontist is therefore essential. He or she will draw up an individual treatment plan to improve both the function and aesthetics of the teeth in the long term.
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