At what age should my child first see an orthodontist?

Fewer shots: Laser treatment is so gentle and comfortable that, in many cases, no anesthesia is needed.
Less drilling: Lasers allow our dentists to be precise when removing decay without the need for drills.
More efficient: Dental laser treatments are so efficient that we often perform multiple procedures during a single appointment instead of multiple visits.
Greater precision: With dental lasers, we pinpoint problem areas and remove only the decay while preserving healthy tooth structure
Faster healing times: Lasers promote faster healing and regeneration due to minimal bleeding and lowered risk of infection.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic evaluation around age 7. By then, the first permanent molars and some front teeth have come in, which lets our orthodontist spot bite or spacing issues early — even though baby teeth are still present. Most kids won't need treatment that young, but the early look means nothing important gets missed.

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