Smiles at 7 Day: Give Your Child a Head Start on a Healthy Smile!

by | Jun 24, 2025 | Dental Care | 0 comments

July 7 isn’t just another summer day—it’s Smiles at 7 Day, a fun and important reminder from the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) that age seven is the perfect time for your child’s first orthodontic check-up! According to the AAO, this yearly event helps parents understand why early evaluation can prevent bigger issues down the road

At Cobb Orthodontics, we are all about smiles—and the earlier we see your child, the better we can guide that smile into something truly amazing.


Why Age 7?

You might be thinking, “Seven? Isn’t that a bit early for braces?”
The answer? Not necessarily! By the age of seven, most kids have a mix of baby and adult teeth, giving us a clear view of how their teeth and jaw are developing. Early visits help detect crowding, bite issues, or jaw growth concerns—catching small problems before they become big ones aaoinfo.org.

What We Look for at This Age

  • Jaw growth and alignment
  • Early signs of crowding or spacing
  • Crossbites, underbites, and overbites
  • Thumb‑sucking or speech-related habits

And here’s the best part: early treatment doesn’t always mean braces right away. Often, it is about monitoring and guiding growth with simple, targeted interventions.

Join the COBBS Kids Program – It Is Completely Free!

Smiles at 7 Day, A child getting dental treatment

We know changes happen between ages 7 and 12—teeth fall out, adult teeth come in, and jaws keep growing. That is why we created the COBBS Kids Programa complimentary program just for kids ages 7–12.

As part of our Complimentary Orthodontic Bright Beaming Smiles (COBBS) Kids Program, your child receives:

  • Regular complimentary growth & development check‑ups
  • Professional monitoring by our expert team
  • Early detection of potential issues
  • Peace of mind for parents!

Even if your child’s teeth look straight, hidden issues may be developing that only an orthodontist can spot. With COBBS Kids, we will keep an eye on things—at no cost to you—so your child’s smile stays on the right track.

Learn more about the COBBS Kids Program here.

Why Parents Love Early Checks

  • Peace of mind—Know if everything’s on track
  • Less invasive treatment—Early care is often simpler and quicker
  • Fewer surprises later—We can plan ahead and make the teen years smoother

At Cobb Orthodontics, we make these visits fun, easy, and stress‑free—and kids leave excited, not nervous.

Let Us Celebrate Smiles at 7 Day Together!

Smiles at 7 Day, A happy girl holding a sparkler

In honor of Smiles at 7 Day on July 7, we are inviting all parents to schedule a free consultation for their 7-year-old this month.

(Do not worry, you do not have to come in on July 7! Just schedule anytime that works for you.)

Whether it is your first visit or you just have questions, we are here to help guide your child’s smile every step of the way.

Book today and give your child the confidence to grow up smiling brightly!

FAQ: What Parents Want to Know

Does every 7-year-old need braces? Nope! Most do not—but a check-up helps us keep an eye on how things are developing.
What if nothing is wrong? Great! We will set up easy growth checks through our COBBS Kids Program.
Do I need a referral? Not at all—just give us a call!


Ready to Get Started?

We love seeing young smiles—and nothing makes us happier than helping them shine!

Call Cobb Orthodontics today to schedule your Smiles at 7 check‑up or enroll your child in our COBBS Kids Program.

Let us make this July 7 the start of something big… and bright!

 

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