What age should a child be seen by an orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists suggests that a child be seen by age seven for an orthodontic consultation. If the dentist or parent desires, a visit to an orthodontic specialist can be pursued earlier .The child’s teeth will be checked for alignment, future room, and the bite analyzed. How the upper and lower jaws match one another is also evaluated. The future growth of the jaws is studied. The doctor will always send a report of his orthodontic consultation to the patient’s dentist. Do I need a referral from my dentist to be seen at your office? No. You or your child can have an orthodontic evaluation at any time you wish, and the initial consultation is complimentary. We will be happy to furnish the dentist with a report of our orthodontic findings and recommendations.
