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Braces for kids - trusted early orthodontic care

Orthodontic care isn’t just for teenagers. In many cases, an early orthodontic assessment can help guide the healthy development of your child’s teeth and jaws while they’re still growing. For parents exploring braces for kids, this early insight can make future treatment simpler, more predictable, and less invasive.

At Ellenbrook Orthodontics, we support children and families across Ellenbrook and Perth with gentle, age-appropriate orthodontic care. An early consultation allows our specialist orthodontic team to identify potential concerns, monitor growth, and recommend treatment only when the timing is right for your child.

Braces for kids - trusted early orthodontic care

What is early orthodontic treatment?

Early orthodontic treatment involves assessing and, in some cases, guiding dental and jaw development while a child is still growing. This usually takes place in the early primary school years and focuses on identifying potential concerns early, rather than starting treatment straight away.

For many children, early orthodontic care simply means monitoring growth and planning ahead. When treatment - like braces for kids - is recommended, it’s designed to support healthy development and create the best possible foundation for future orthodontic care.

When should my child
see an orthodontist?

The Australian Orthodontic Society recommends that children have an orthodontic assessment by around the age of 7. At this stage, the adult back molars have usually come through, allowing bite development and jaw growth to be properly assessed.

For families in Perth, this early visit isn’t about starting braces straight away. Instead, it gives a Specialist Orthodontist the opportunity to check how your child’s teeth and jaws are developing, identify any potential concerns, and advise whether early treatment, future treatment, or simple monitoring is most appropriate.

Why is early orthodontic
treatment important?

Early orthodontic care can play an important role in guiding healthy dental and jaw development as your child grows. By identifying concerns early, such as crowding, bite issues or jaw imbalance, a Specialist Orthodontist can plan the most appropriate care at the right time, which may include having braces for your child.

In many cases, early assessment helps reduce the complexity of future treatment or allows it to be timed more effectively. For parents, this means greater clarity, better planning, and confidence that your child’s smile development is being carefully monitored - without rushing into treatment unnecessarily.

Signs your child may need early treatment

A thorough evaluation by one of our skilled orthodontists can determine whether early interceptive treatment is beneficial for your child. The best way to know for sure is by scheduling an appointment with our friendly team at Ellenbrook Orthodontics!

The Australian Orthodontic Society identifies 8 signs that may indicate early treatment is needed:

  • Early, late, or irregular loss of baby teeth
  • Difficulty chewing or biting
  • Mouth breathing
  • Protruding teeth
  • Thumb-sucking beyond age 5
  • Crowded, crooked, or misplaced teeth
  • Jaws and teeth that seem out of proportion to the rest of the face

Invisalign® First for
small smiles

Invisalign® First is a special Invisalign® treatment made just for children. It helps to guide the growth of your child’s smile while making room for their current and incoming teeth. Invisalign® First aligners are removable, so they won’t get in the way of meals or oral hygiene.

Supporting your child's growing smile

Book a consultation with the team at Ellenbrook Orthodontics to see whether early orthodontic care or braces for kids could benefit your child. We support families across Ellenbrook and Perth with thoughtful, age-appropriate guidance.

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Supporting your childs growing smile