The American Academy of Orthodontists® recommends that children complete their first checkup with an orthodontist by age seven. This age is good for a first consultation because many children at this point have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, which offers the examining orthodontist considerable...
With much of their lives ahead of them, young adults likely are not spending too much time thinking about their vulnerability to disease. However, adopting an “it can’t happen to me” mentality may cause individuals to engage in habits that can increase their risk for certain illnesses, including...