I was surprised that the question I get the most about my daughter’s braces is .. when is the BEST time to get braces? And sometimes people ask if she is too young for braces? I mean in my mind… one day my oldest daughter is sitting in a highchair spitting peas on my face, the next day she’s getting braces from Thurman Orthodontics. To me, braces are a milestone… sort of a coming of age. Except that … I remember when my husband had braces in …. College! I learned a lot about what age is a good age to get braces during my visit to Thurman Orthodontics; keep reading to learn more.
The BEST age to Get Braces
My daughter will be 10 years old in one month, and this is her first-time getting braces. I learned from the incredible staff at Thurman Orthodontics that you can get braces as young as 7 years old…. And you are never too old for braces.
Process- Analysis
Our visit was a quick and easy process. First stop … X-Rays to analyze my daughter’s smile. The information gave the Thurman team a solid understanding of where her permanent teeth will fall into place.
Consultation
Next, we moved to a room toward the front of the office for a consultation with our Treatment Coordinator, Cheryl Huyck to analyze the x-rays. And within minutes we had a plan for an optimal smile for my daughter. I appreciate Cheryl’s eagerness and warmth in explaining the process clearly and in an age-appropriate way to my daughter. The information Cheryl shared made her comfortable and excited. We really felt comfortable that now is the best time for us to get braces.
Placing the Braces
Last, Matea’s braces were placed on in less than 30 minutes. Before we left, we were taught how to take the best care of her new developing smile.
I really appreciated the step by step directions that were shared with Matea. It made me really believe that any age is truly the best age for braces!
Good Age for Braces?
If you are wondering if your child is at the “best age” for braces, my answer is… as long as they are over 7 year’s old, and someone can help them learn to take care of their braces… Now is a great time!
After the consultation, we have projected that Matea will have her braces on for just under a year. Matea was sore about 2 days after she got her braces placed on, and she hasn’t complained at all since then.
If you are looking for an orthodontist in the Fresno/Clovis area, I highly recommend Dr. Thurman and his staff!
Xo- Chantea
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