Growing Smiles Start Here
Not every child needs early orthodontic treatment, but at Hendrix Orthodontics, our mission is to give every child in Southeastern Pennsylvania a lifetime of confident smiles. That’s why Dr. Jeff Hendrix offers the Rising Star program — free growth monitoring for kids ages 5 – 10. To learn more, contact either of our locations in Kennett Square or West Grove, PA to schedule a consultation.
When Should My Child See An Orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends scheduling your child’s first orthodontic visit by age 7. By this age, most kids have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, and their jaws are still growing — making it the ideal time to monitor how their smile is developing.
Without early growth monitoring, issues like crowding or bite problems may go unnoticed and become more difficult to treat later on. Early checkups help set the foundation for a healthy, confident smile.
What's Included with My Child's Free Growth Monitoring?
At Hendrix Orthodontics, our team keeps a close eye on your child’s smile as they grow, helping to spot potential issues early and make future orthodontic care easier and more effective. With our Rising Star program, we regularly monitor:
- Early signs of crossbites, open bites, or other bite issues
- Obstructive breathing patterns, like frequent mouth breathing
- Development and positioning of baby and permanent teeth
- Crowding or spacing that could affect how adult teeth come in
- Teeth that may be at higher risk for injury or decay
- Habits like thumb sucking that may impact alignment
- Oral hygiene and general dental health
- Overall facial balance and jaw development
Best of all, we make it a fun, positive experience — so your child feels comfortable and confident every time they visit our Kennett Square or West Grove, PA office!
Hendrix Orthodontics Reviews
Wonderful practice that truly cares about its patients. All the staff is friendly and so helpful. I highly recommend!
I got spark aligners here and the staff is very personable and attentive. I had a very positive outcome.
Dr. Hendrix and his staff are great. Dr. Hendrix goes above and beyond. We are only 6 months in so far and have seen amazing progress with both our children’s teeth. I have no doubt they'll both have beautiful smiles when this is all done.
As a current patient, I recommend this place to everyone. Grew up in the area and it truly seemed like anyone, family, friends, neighbors and strangers, all went to Hendrix. Him and his staff are masters of their work and are consistently the kindest people, even during those early morning appointments. Clear communication and great results. 10/10
My son’s experience was excellent, he never had any issues with his braces. Dr Hendrix uses the latest technology to get the best results and make the process as easy as possible.
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What is Early Orthodontic Treatment?
Early orthodontic treatment — also known as Phase I treatment — isn’t part of our free growth monitoring program, but in some cases, it may help prevent more serious issues from developing later. It can also reduce the complexity or length of treatment needed during the teen years.
At Hendrix Orthodontics, Dr. Hendrix may recommend early treatment when it allows us to take advantage of your child’s natural growth. This early intervention can help:
- Guide proper jaw development
- Reduce the risk of injury to protruding front teeth
- Correct damaging habits like thumb sucking
- Improve overall appearance and boost confidence
- Prevent the need to remove permanent teeth later
- Address bite issues early, such as teeth that don’t meet properly
When needed, Phase I treatment can set the stage for a healthier, more efficient smile transformation in the future.
We Make Orthodontics Fun for Kennett Square & West Grove Kids
Our Rising Star program is totally FREE — and packed with fun! We’re talking cool swag, birthday surprises, prizes, extra encouragement, and more… because yes, we believe orthodontics should be fun!
Whether your child is here for their own visit or just tagging along with a sibling, our team at Hendrix Orthodontics is all about creating a positive, exciting experience. Along the way, kids learn just how important it is to care for their smiles.
It’s easy (and did we mention fun?). Schedule their first free appointment at either of our Southeastern Pennsylvania locations today and get ready to launch into smile success!
