Q: Should I wait until all the permanent teeth are in before seeing the orthodontist? | Arleen Azar-Mehr, D.D.S., M.S.

Q: Should I wait until all the permanent teeth are in before seeing the orthodontist?

A: No, many tooth alignment or jaw growth problems can be detected by age 6. Some of these problems are best treated early, avoiding a more serious problem later or eliminating braces as a teenager all together.