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When Should Your Child Have an Orthodontic Evaluation?

A dentist in blue scrubs examines a young girl's teeth while she sits in a dental chair, both smiling in a brightly lit clinic. Child receiving an orthodontic evaluation at Redwood Smiles

Redwood Smiles • Orthodontics & Growth When Should Your Child Have an Orthodontic Evaluation? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic check when a problem is noticed and no later than age 7. That does not mean every child needs braces or early treatment. Quick answerBy age 7, an orthodontic evaluation can provide useful […]