The optimal age for orthodontic treatment
Disease description:
My own teeth are crooked, which affects my appearance, so I want to undergo orthodontic treatment. I would like to ask the doctor, what is the best age for teeth correction?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Chao
The optimal age for orthodontic treatment is usually during childhood and adolescence, approximately between the ages of 9 and 14. This is because permanent teeth have mostly erupted by this stage, and the jawbones are still developing. Orthodontic treatment can utilize this growth potential to guide teeth and jawbones into ideal positions, achieving better results in a shorter period of time. However, this does not mean adults cannot undergo orthodontic correction; it may simply require more comprehensive treatment considerations, such as combining orthodontics with orthognathic surgery.
In children, early intervention can help correct不良 oral habits and prevent more severe dental alignment problems. Even though skeletal development is complete in adults, teeth alignment can still be improved through traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, invisible aligners, and other methods.
No matter when treatment begins, consulting a dentist's opinion is essential. Regular follow-up visits and good oral hygiene habits help maintain the effectiveness of orthodontic treatment.
