What is the appropriate age to begin orthodontic treatment?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all patients be seen for an orthodontic examination by age 7. Many severe problems can be prevented from fully developing by initiating early orthodontic treatment. It is best to be seen by an orthodontist at approximately age 7 to determine if they have orthodontic problems and when would be the appropriate time for the orthodontist to intervene with the treatment of these problems.
