The Orthodontic Society of Ireland recommends that children have their first orthodontic assessment around the age of 7–8 years. At this stage, the permanent teeth are beginning to emerge, allowing potential orthodontic concerns to be identified early.
Not every child will require treatment at this age, and in many cases, monitoring growth and development is all that is needed. However, an early assessment can help identify issues such as crossbites, severe crowding, impacted teeth, protruding front teeth or jaw discrepancies, allowing treatment to be provided at the most appropriate time if required.
My goal is to ensure that treatment is carried out at the right time for each child, helping to achieve the best possible long-term outcome.
The Orthodontic Society of Ireland recommends that children have their first orthodontic assessment around the age of 7–8 years. At this stage, the permanent teeth are beginning to emerge, allowing potential orthodontic concerns to be identified early.
Not every child will require treatment at this age, and in many cases, monitoring growth and development is all that is needed. However, an early assessment can help identify issues such as crossbites, severe crowding, impacted teeth, protruding front teeth or jaw discrepancies, allowing treatment to be provided at the most appropriate time if required.
My goal is to ensure that treatment is carried out at the right time for each child, helping to achieve the best possible long-term outcome.