Why Children Should See an Orthodontist at Age 7 | Elias Orthodontics Suggested URL: /why-children-should-see-an-orthodontist-at-age-7 Why Children Should See an Orthodontist from Age 7: The Importance of Early Evaluation Most parents assume that orthodontic treatment begins in the teenage years, but according to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), every child should have their first orthodontic checkup by age 7 . At Elias Orthodontics, we strongly support early evaluation...