The term interceptive orthodontic procedures refers to early treatments aimed at preventing or minimizing developing malocclusions in the mixed dentition stage. Options like serial extraction, space regainer, and correction of crossbite are direct orthodontic interventions addressing tooth eruption and alignment issues. In contrast, managing an oral habit (such as thumb sucking) is primarily a myofunctional or behavioral modification approach, not a direct orthodontic corrective procedure. Thus, oral habit management does not classify as an interceptive orthodontic treatment since it does not involve mechanical correction of tooth or jaw position.

Reference: Graber's Orthodontics, 7th Edition.