When is it time to begin orthodontic treatment?

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child be evaluated by an orthodontist by age 7. However, you are never too old for treatment! Here are some early warning signs for children and adults indicating it's time to check in with us:

1. Early or late loss of baby teeth

2. Difficulty with chewing or biting

3. Mouth breathing

4. Finger or thumb sucking

5. Crowding, misplaced, or blocked out teeth

6. Jaws that exhibit a big overbite or underbite

7. Speech difficulty

8. Biting the cheek or the roof of the mouth

9. Protruding teeth

10. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don't meet at all

11. Facial imbalance or asymmetry

12. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you or your child? If so, please give Dr. Souris a call to schedule a free consultation at 440-734-1146.