Why Choose Us.... Hacken Orthodontics offers Individualized Treatment Plans. Dr. Hackem spends a great deal of time analyzing each patients orthodontic problems and needs. He then prescribes only that treatment which is absolutely necessary to achieve the desired result. Some Indications for a need for Orthodontics: -Crowded teeth -Missing teeth -Extra teeth -Overbite -Teeth that protrude -Difficulty in chewing -Thumb or finger sucking -Recessed or protruding jaw -Jaw clicking or popping The Benefits of Early Treatment: The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that ALL children have a orthodontic screening no later than age seven. Early orthodontic screening can lead to simpler, more effective treatment for dental patients or, at the least, greater peace of mind. Early treatment often presents the opportunity to: -Influence jaw growth in a positive manner -Harmonize width of the dental arches -Improve eruption patterns -Lower risk of trauma to protruded upper incisors -Correct harmful oral habits -Improve aesthetics and self-esteem -Simplify and/or shorten treatment time for later corrective orthodontics -Reduce likelihood of impacted permanent teeth -Improve some speech problems -Preserve or gain space for erupting permanent teeth