At what age can children start wearing braces?
Disease description:
After my child’s baby teeth were replaced by permanent teeth, the teeth grew in very crookedly. I’d like to take him to the hospital for orthodontic treatment (braces). At what age can children begin wearing braces?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ding Hongfang
Children should not get braces too early. Generally, dentists recommend orthodontic treatment during the age range of 10 to 15 years. If braces are applied too early, they may interfere with normal tooth development and potentially lead to other dental problems. Conversely, if orthodontic treatment is delayed too long, correction becomes more difficult and the outcomes may be suboptimal.
