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Can kids who are really small for their age always need braces when they get older?
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Dental braces?: I assume you are asking about dental braces. The need for orthodontic treatment is not related to stature. At age 7 take your child to a qualified orthodontic specialist for first exam. The orthodontist can then help guide your child's crania-facial growth and development.
Answered 5/14/2021
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