What is the right age for my child to see the orthodontist?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that an orthodontist first see a child as early as age 7 and even earlier if a parent, or the family dentist, discovers a problem. Fortunately treatment is not necessary at this early of an age for most patients, and only periodic checks for proper growth and development are recommended. However, for some situations including severe crowding, overbites, and cross-bites can benefit significantly through earlier .interceptive. treatment.
