- Building a Healthy Foundation for Your Child’s Smile
- The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Care
- Signs Your Child Might Need an Early Smile Checkup
- Early Orthodontics for Kids Reviews
- Frequently Asked Early Treatment Questions
- Schedule Your Child’s Free Consultation
- Book Now
- Related Treatments
We know you want the absolute best for your child, and that includes a healthy, confident smile! The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that kids have their first orthodontic checkup by age seven.
Why age seven? This is the "magic window" where our doctors can use their expertise to see how the jaw is growing and how permanent teeth are planning to arrive. Most of the time, we’re just watching things grow, but sometimes a strategic early start can prevent bigger issues later!
The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Care
By catching things early, we can use precision tools and advanced technology to guide jaw growth and make room for permanent teeth. This customized approach — often called Phase One — can actually shorten treatment time when they’re teenagers. It even lessens the chance of needing tooth extractions or surgery in the future!
We use cutting-edge tools like the iTero™ scanner to get a 3D picture of your child’s mouth. No goopy molds and no stress! We make the whole process fun and energetic so your child actually looks forward to their visits.
Signs Your Child Might Need an Early Smile Checkup
It’s always a good idea to bring your child in if you notice any of the following:
- Losing Baby Teeth: Either very early or very late.
- Mouth Breathing: Or difficulty chewing and biting.
- Thumb Sucking: If the habit continues after age five.
- Crowding: Especially if the front teeth look a little squished around age seven.
- Bite Issues: Like an underbite, crossbite, or teeth that don't meet at all.
Early Orthodontics for Kids Reviews
I was in Fayetteville for only two days visiting my daughter. I had a 20 year old retainer and needed a replacement desperately! I was able to make an appointment, have an image of my teeth completed and a new retainer made and fitted before I went home! The treatment that I received was friendly, professional, state-of-the art and efficient. I highly recommend Olsen Orthodontics!
Olsen Orthodontics has been an amazing experience! The staff is friendly, professional, and truly caring. They make you feel comfortable and welcomed every time I walk through the door. They have truly transformed my smile and made me feel more confident than ever. I absolutely love my smile and couldn’t be happier with the care I received! I highly recommend Olsen Orthodontics to anyone looking for an amazing orthodontic team! ❤️😁
I had a consult appointment today, and well just to say the least they were awesome , it was very quick and it was supposed to be just a consult and ended up getting upper teeth braces on today! I thought I was gonna have to wait months like any other orthodontics and I did not! I loved this place they were very very friendly! Would definitely recommend for anyone!
Both of my sons had braces here and both now have beautiful smiles!!! One right after the other, last year and this year after only 3-4 years, had their braces taken off after sticking to the timeline! This clinic is the best hands down. Lovely staff at every checkpoint! The docs are exceptional experts. The assistants are highly trained professional. The front desk ladies are so courteous and handle all your needs. My kids never complained about their treatment, I can tell they felt like they were being taken care of, which is important to me. I would recommend this place over anywhere else. As we PCS, we will continue to work with our new location for any issues with retainers. Thank you Olsen Orthodontics!
This place is great. They took the time to answer all our questions and give us multiple options at our first consultation. The offer they provided was better than we expected. The follow up appointments have been a breeze. Couldn't speak more highly of Olsen Orthodontics.
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Frequently Asked Early Treatment Questions
Does age seven mean my child will get braces right away?
Not necessarily! Most kids we see at age seven join our free Growth Guidance program. We’ll just see them once or twice a year to monitor their development with precision. If and when they are ready for a customized plan, we'll let you know!
Why choose an orthodontic specialist for my child?
Our doctors have years of advanced training beyond dental school. This expertise allows them to create a strategic plan that works with your child’s natural growth for the best proven results.
Schedule Your Child’s Free Consultation
Ready to give your child a head start? We’d love to meet you at our Fayetteville, Southern Pines, or Cameron offices. Come see why our team is the most upbeat and energetic group in North Carolina!
