Orthodontics for Children and Adults

Orthodontics for Children and Adults

How Old Do You Have to Be to Get Braces? Age Guide for Parents (2026)

A close-up of a smiling child wearing metal dental braces with blue rubber bands on their teeth

Children can get braces as early as age 7 for early intervention, but most kids get full braces between ages 9 and 14. There is no maximum age for braces. Adults of any age can straighten their teeth and improve their bite with orthodontic treatment. The best time to get braces depends on your child’s […]