03/09/2026
π¦· When should your child first see an orthodontist? The answer might be earlier than you thinkβ¦
Dr. Flax recommends an orthodontic assessment from around age seven. And noβit doesn't mean your child will automatically need braces!
At this age, we can begin identifying developing concerns with their teeth, bite and jaw growth, giving us the opportunity to monitor changes and plan appropriately before smaller issues potentially become more complicated.
π Early assessment means better planning and the opportunity for better outcomes.
Is your child seven or older and hasn't had their first orthodontic assessment yet? Let's have a look at how their smile is developing.
π 082 657 2333
π www.bigsmile.co.za
π Bigsmile Orthodontics, Sandton
π¬ Parents, tell us: How old was your child at their first orthodontic visit?