When to Treat Crossbite?

Crossbites can be corrected at any age. Beginning treatment in childhood when the teeth and bones are still developing is ideal, since this can achieve the longest-lasting results, but crossbites can be corrected in adults of all ages, by an experienced, licensed orthodontist using braces or Invisalign.

What age should you fix a crossbite?

The dental community is split on when to initiate treatment for a crossbite, with some suggesting treatment should begin as soon as it is noticed (sometimes as early as age three), while others suggest parents should wait until a child's sixth year molars have arrived.

Is it necessary to fix a crossbite?

Unfortunately, once a crossbite develops, it will not resolve itself and will only go away with proper orthodontic treatment. While most people consider a crossbite to be a cosmetic problem, it affects more than just the look of your smile. In fact, crossbites can cause problems such as: Jaw and tooth pain.