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American Association of Orthodontists›Resource Center›Smile Insights: Empowering Informed Orthodontic Care›Child Orthodontics
Child brushing her teeth, demonstrating when it may be appropriate to start phase 1 treatment, with a mixed dentition.
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Can You Get Braces With Baby Teeth? What Parents Need to Know

If your child still has baby teeth, you may wonder whether it is too early to think about braces or visiting an orthodontist. The short answer is no. A child doesn’t need to lose all their baby teeth before seeing an orthodontist. In some cases, orthodontic treatment can even begin while both baby and permanent … Continued

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The Milestone Visit: Why Age 7 is The Best Age For Orthodontic Treatment

When to Schedule Your Child’s First Orthodontic Visit Educating parents about the importance of early orthodontic intervention and encouraging them to take their children to see an orthodontist by age seven is part of the American Association of Orthodontists’ (AAO) Consumer Awareness Program campaign. It helps maintain their oral health, and it may help you … Continued

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