The orthodontist has recommended that my 12 year old daughter should get her top baby canine teeth removed due to the position of the adult canines. is this suggested ?

Yes this is common: It is common for some teeth to not be lost early enough to allow permanent teeth to erupt into proper position. If you are concerned get another opinion. However do not delay as sometimes your inaction can lead to worse problems that cannot be easily and cheaply corrected. In orthodontics timing is everything.

That is certainly: Reasonable depending on what your child presents with. You are certainly entitled to get a second opinion if you feel the need. Hope this helps.

Ortho Consult: The orthodontist who consulted you has seen your daughter and has evaluated her radiographs, something that no one on this panel can do. Primary canines are often removed to make room for the secondary canines, but if you really question the diagnosis, you can always get another consultation from another local orthodontist who can examine your daughter.

Good idea: By age 12 your daughter's baby teeth should be all gone. If any are still present they are interfering w eruption of permanent teeth. Orthodontists are growth ; development specialists. The recommendation for extraction sounds logical.

Sounds reasonable: This is not an uncommon treatment approach as it allows for the adult canines to move into position better. Obviously it does depend on the case specifics, but what they are suggesting is likely a reasonable and sound course of action (without seeing the specific case, of course).

Usually right advice: I would normally go with the advice of the orthodontist, but if you have doubts, possibly get a second opinion.