The American Association of Orthodontics recommends for children to be evaluated by an orthodontist no later than age 7. Although children may not be ready for full orthodontic treatment at this age, it is important to identify jaw problems that can be easily addressed while your child is growing! If your child is not a candidate for early treatment, they can still benefit from free follow up visits every 6 to 12 months until they are ready for treatment. The goal with an early consultation is to provide the most appropriate treatment at the most suitable time.