Families in Southington, Connecticut, now have a specialized orthodontic option just a short drive away. Feldman Orthodontics, which serves Southington patients from its Cheshire office, offers comprehensive orthodontic care for children, teens, and adults. The practice is staffed by four board-certified orthodontists: Dr. Jonny Feldman, Dr. David Feldman, Dr. Kelly Morrison, and Dr. Preeti Chandhoke.
One of the first questions families face is when to schedule their child's first orthodontic visit. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have an initial evaluation by age 7. At this age, a mix of baby and permanent teeth is usually present, allowing the orthodontist to assess bite and jaw development before growth is complete. The evaluation typically looks at bite development, including overbite, underbite, and crossbite; crowding or excess spacing; early or delayed loss of primary teeth; habits such as thumb sucking; and overall symmetry of the bite and jaw.
Most children evaluated at age 7 do not begin treatment immediately. In many cases, the orthodontist will simply monitor growth and recommend treatment later when it will be most effective. When early intervention is needed, it can reduce the complexity of treatment required in 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 and are well-suited for a wide range of corrections, including more complex bite and spacing issues. Clear aligners use a series of custom-fitted removable trays and are often chosen by patients who prefer a less visible option or the ability to remove the appliance for meals, sports, or playing an instrument.
For families comparing braces in Southington, the practical differences usually come down to case complexity, appearance, and compliance. Aligners only work while worn, so consistency is crucial. The orthodontist reviews both options against the patient's clinical needs and daily routine before creating a treatment plan.
Patients considering clear aligners also have access to digital scanning and 3D imaging, which replace traditional impressions and provide a detailed picture of tooth and jaw position for treatment planning. Remote monitoring is available for qualifying patients, reducing the frequency of in-office visits.
New patients are seen for 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 support 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 included in every completed treatment plan.
Feldman Orthodontics is a Connecticut 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, follow-up care, digital scanning, 3D imaging, and remote monitoring. Southington patients are served from the Cheshire office. More information is available at Feldman Orthodontics.
