29/09/2025
One of the most common questions from parents is
'When should my child see an orthodontist? '
According to American Association of Orthodontists, a child should have an orthodontic evaluation by age seven to catch dental problems early.
Early intervention in orthodontics means treatment is carried out before all deciduous ( milk ) teeth are gone.
There are several benefits of early intervention:
1. Improve esthetics & function
2. Facilitates cleaning
3. Boost child self-confidence
4. Guide jaw growth
5. Prevent more complex dental issues later, eg avoiding jaw surgery in future etc.
Below is an example of successful case of early orthodontic intervention, whereby this patient was treated during middle mixed dentition.
orthodontics intervention
