How Early Orthodontic Treatment Fixed a Child’s Underbite in Just 6 Weeks—Without Surgery
NYC orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Salzer believes in early treatment that transforms bites and lives—starting as young as age four.
Starting Strong at Four Years Old
Expert Hands, Gentle Hearts
With Dr. Salzer’s expert guidance, early orthodontic care becomes a gentle, empowering start to a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Orthodontics doesn’t have to wait until the teenage years. In fact, in many cases, starting earlier can help guide proper jaw development before more invasive procedures are ever needed. For this young patient, her journey began at just four years old—with a big smile and an even bigger underbite.
What made her case unique wasn’t just her age, but the proactive steps taken to address the issue early. With a parent in the dental field, this family knew the importance of timing and didn’t want to wait for the bite to worsen.
A Smart Solution Without Surgery
Connection. Compassion. Clinical Brilliance.
With Dr. Salzer, every visit is filled with comfort, connection, and the kind of care that makes smiles come naturally.
Instead of monitoring and waiting, Dr. Jennifer Salzer recommended a custom Phase I appliance designed to gently expand the upper arch. The goal: to guide the bite into alignment during a time of active growth, when bones are most responsive.
What followed was a dramatic shift—in just six weeks. The bite moved from a noticeable underbite to edge-to-edge. And soon, the top teeth will naturally move in front, where they belong.
This isn’t just early intervention—it’s preventative care led by expertise and timing at its best.
The Power of Personalization
Custom Comfort. Trusted Care.
This custom Hello Kitty retainer was designed with care by Dr. Salzer to bring comfort, fun, and confidence to every little smile.
One of the most exciting parts of the process for kids? Getting to personalize their appliance. Our young patient chose a sparkly pink Hello Kitty design, turning a clinical tool into something fun and empowering.
Personal touches like these create positive associations with treatment and help patients feel proud of their progress. It's one of the many reasons why our practice emphasizes both clinical outcomes and patient experience.
Building Habits and Confidence
Bright. Brave. Growing. Grounded.
In Dr. Salzer’s care, little moments become powerful milestones that help young patients grow with confidence and joy.
Initially, she wore her retainer during the day only. But soon after mastering the routine, she began wearing it at night with ease—an impressive milestone at her age. This kind of commitment is exactly what makes early treatment so successful.
From understanding how to take it in and out to knowing why she wears it, she’s been actively involved in her own care. And that confidence is visible in every smile she shares now.
More Than Just a Smile
Transformative. Trusted. Fast. Specialized.
In just six weeks, our specialized care transformed her bite—earning trust from families who travel across the country for results only we deliver.
When we talk about early orthodontics, we’re talking about more than just straight teeth. We’re talking about airway development, bite function, facial growth, and—most importantly—a child’s comfort and self-esteem.
This case is a reminder that with the right tools and the right timing, we can make a real impact without ever needing to pick up a surgical tool.
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Dr. Jennifer Salzer, a NYC specialist in early orthodontics, provides compassionate pediatric care tailored to each young smile at Lemchen Salzer Orthodontics.