At What Age Should Kids Go to the Orthodontist?

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Wondering what the best age is to take your child to an orthodontist? The answer might be sooner than you think.

“The American Association of Orthodontists recommends all children be seen for an initial consultation starting at age 7,” Cardall says. “This may sound young, and some dentists don’t know this either and may not refer children over until all their permanent teeth are in.”

According to Cardall, visiting the orthodontist sooner rather than later can help save you time and money in the long-run.

“Unfortunately, orthodontists will commonly see older children too late, and some easy methods of intervention may no longer be available that could have fixed a problem in a better, easier, faster, and cheaper manner.”