What is the best age to start orthodontic treatment?
The best time to start is just before, or immediately after, all the permanent teeth (excluding the wisdom teeth) erupt, as this would coincide with maximum growth activity of the child. Maximum orthodontic response is seen at this stage. This is generally between the ages of 10 and 14 years. Sometimes treatment is started as early as 7 or 8 years, especially when the child needs what is known as ‘functional therapy’. It is best to seek your dentist’s advice.
