Your Child and Braces

Ask your dentist to recommend an orthodontist, or ask friends whom they would endorse. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) can provide a list of board-certified orthodontists.

Last updated May 2004

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• Introduction • Do Crooked Teeth Matter? • Does My Child Need Braces? • When Should My Child Have Treatment? • How Is Orthodontic Treatment Done? • Aren’t Braces Expensive? • How Do I Find an Orthodontist?

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