For many residents of Hamden, Connecticut, seeking orthodontic care often begins with concerns about crowding, spacing, or a misaligned bite. Feldman Orthodontics, which serves Hamden patients from its Cheshire office, provides a comprehensive overview of how these issues are diagnosed and treated. The practice is staffed by four board-certified orthodontists: Dr. Jonny Feldman, Dr. David Feldman, Dr. Kelly Morrison, and Dr. Preeti Chandhoke.
The primary problems orthodontics corrects include crowding, where there is insufficient space in the dental arch, causing teeth to become misaligned and harder to clean; spacing, which involves gaps between teeth due to missing teeth or size discrepancies; overbite and underbite, where the upper and lower teeth do not meet correctly when the jaw closes; crossbite, where upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth, potentially causing uneven enamel wear; and open bite, where front teeth do not touch when the back teeth are closed. Many of these conditions are easier to address during a patient's growth phase, which is why the American Association of Orthodontists recommends an evaluation by age 7.
When treatment is necessary, two-phase therapy may be considered for children. This approach involves an early stage to guide jaw growth and create space, followed by a second stage once permanent teeth have erupted. However, it is not suitable for every child and is only recommended when early intervention significantly impacts the outcome. For a smaller subset of patients with severe jaw discrepancies, surgical orthodontics may be required, where orthodontic treatment is coordinated with jaw surgery. Both braces and clear aligners can be used in these plans, depending on the case.
A notable aspect of modern orthodontic care is remote monitoring, which Feldman Orthodontics offers to qualifying patients. This technology allows progress to be reviewed between visits, reducing the frequency of in-office appointments—a significant convenience for families commuting from Hamden. The practice also uses digital scanning and 3D imaging instead of traditional impressions for treatment planning and producing clear aligners. As the team explains, "Fewer visits without losing oversight of the case is the practical benefit for families driving in."
Braces and clear aligners are available for children, teens, and adults, and all completed cases include a retention phase with retainers and follow-up appointments. New patients can schedule a complimentary consultation before committing to treatment. Feldman Orthodontics operates offices in Cheshire, Wallingford, and North Haven, serving the broader Connecticut area. More information is available at Feldman Orthodontics.
