Right Time for a First Checkup:

The Right Time For An Orthodontic Check Up?
No Later Than Age 7.

Even though most people think of pre-teens and teens when they think of Orthodontics, there are good reasons your child should get an Orthodontic evaluation much sooner. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic check-up no later than age 7.

Why Your Child Should Get An
Orthodontic Check-up No Later Than Age 7:

•  Orthodontists can spot subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth while some baby teeth are still present.

•  While your child's teeth may appear to be straight, there could be a problem that only an orthodontist can detect.

•  The check-up may reveal that your child's bite is fine. Often, the orthodontist will identify a potential problem but recommend monitoring the child's growth and     development, and then, if indicated, begin treatment at the light time for the child. In other cases, the Orthodontist might find a problem that can benefit from early treatment.

•   Early treatment may prevent more serious problems from developing and may make

treatment at a later age shorter and less complicated.

•  In some cases, the orthodontist will be able to achieve results that wouldn't be possible once the face and jaws have finished growing. 

• Early treatment may give your orthodontist the chance to:
  

- Guide jaw growth

- Lower the risk of trauma to protruded front teeth

- Correct harmful oral habits

- Improve appearance

- Guide permanent teeth into a more favorable position

- Improve the way lips meet

• Through early orthodontic screening, you'll be giving your child the best opportunity for a healthy, beautiful smile that's good for life.

Problems to Watch for in Seven Year Olds