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When should my child first see an orthodontist?

The short answer: around age 7. Here’s why early assessment matters, even if treatment can wait.

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FAQs

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  • Most children benefit from an assessment around age 7–8, when we can see how the jaw is developing.

  • We recommend a first assessment around age 7–8. Not every child needs early treatment, but this is the ideal age to spot developing issues so we can plan the simplest possible path — whether that’s acting now or simply monitoring growth.