Park Avenue Orthodontics insists that you walk into the friendliest, warmest and most highly individualized orthodontic treatment and environment. You will be given the highest individual attention by New York Orthodontist Dr. Stoess-Allen and her staff. All your questions and concerns are treated with the utmost of importance, priority and sensitivity... no question is ever unimportant.

Unique child treatment plans, regardless of age, are holistic and consider proper physiologic well-being for your future growth and development. This highly innovative approach is designed to promote long term care and fundamental well being and is unique to Park Avenue Orthodontics.

Q&As

When is the best time to begin orthodontics?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the initial orthodontic evaluation should occur at the first sign of orthodontic problems or no later than age 7. At this early age, orthodontic treatment may not be necessary, but vigilant initial examination and subsequent recall exams can anticipate the most advantageous time to begin treatment. Though an orthodontist can enhance a smile at any age, there is an optimal time period to begin treatment. Depending on the individual dental situation, beginning orthodontic treatment at the appropriate time will cause the best result with the least amount of time and expense.



What are the benefits of early orthodontic evaluation?
Early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and greater opportunity for more effective treatment. Prudent intervention guides growth and development, preventing serious problems later. When orthodontic intervention is not necessary, an orthodontist can carefully monitor growth and development and begin treatment when it is ideal.

Why is age 7 considered the optimal time for screening?
By the age of 7, the first adult molars erupt, establishing the back bite. During this time, an orthodontist can evaluate front-to-back and side-to-side tooth relationships. For example, the presence of erupting incisors can indicate possible overbite, open bite, crowding or gummy smiles. Timely screening increases the chances for an incredible smile.


What are the advantages of interceptive treatment?
Some of the most direct results of interceptive treatment are:

• Creating room for crowded, erupting teeth
• Creating facial symmetry through influencing jaw growth
• Reducing the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth
• Preserving space for unerupted teeth
• Reducing the need for tooth removal
• Reducing treatment time with braces

Are you a candidate for orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontics is not merely for improving the aesthetics of the smile; orthodontic treatment improves bad bites (malocclusions). Malocclusions occur as a result of tooth or jaw misalignment. Malocclusions affect the way you smile, chew, clean your teeth or feel about your smile.

Why should malocclusions be treated?
According to studies by the American Association of Orthodontists, untreated malocclusions can result in a variety of problems. Crowded teeth are more difficult to properly brush and floss, which may contribute to tooth decay and/or gum disease. Protruding teeth are more susceptible to accidental chipping. Crossbites can result in unfavorable growth, uneven tooth wear and possible TMJ problems. Openbites can result in tongue-thrusting habits and speech impediments. Ultimately, orthodontics does more than make a pretty smile—it creates a healthier you.