At what age should your child see an orthodontist?
"It is recommended that age 7 is the best age to see an orthodontist and will help keep your child’s oral health in check. And it may help you avoid more costly or more invasive treatments down the road.
How so?
Palatal expander: Your child may be a good candidate for palatal expansion, which can widen the upper jaw and help reduce crowding in abnormally narrow arches. Ideally, a palatal expander is used when a patient is still growing. Expansion occurs when the growth plate or suture in the middle of the palate is stretched, and the two halves are pushed apart. As the two halves are spread, new bone is added. " Quotation by AAO.
