child braces
While there is no exact age for children to begin orthodontic treatment, the recommendation of American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is to visit the orthodontist no later than age seven. By this age, most children are in mix dentition (have a mix of baby teeth and adult teeth), making it easier for the orthodontist to diagnose and correct tooth and jaw problems before they become bigger and affect the child’s growth and development permanently; and in doing so prevent need for future surgery/extraction. Early intervention and treatment allows your orthodontist to: Intercept bad oral habits (i.e. thumb sucking, tongue thrusting)