While orthodontic concerns can be addressed at nearly any point (child, teen, adult), ideally braces should be placed while the child’s head and mouth are still growing, making those middle school years (11-14) the best age for braces. It’s not just their age that matters, it’s also important that your child is responsible enough to maintain a healthy oral care routine including brushing twice daily, and using mouthwash and flossing once a day. They also need to be able to understand what foods to avoid to prevent damage to their braces, and to be able to communicate about any pain they are experiencing.
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