when is the best time to begin treatment ? Description Orthodontic treatment can be started on certain types pf problems before all permanent teeth have erupted. Early treatment ,usually begun after the four permanent upper and lower front teeth have erupted (7-9) , is recommended when any of the problems illustrated on this page are apparent: The advantage of early treatment include: 1) Moving the front teeth back so they will be less susceptible to injury 2) Improving the relationship of upper and lower jaws, allowing more normal future growth and development 3) Using maximum advantage of growth for successful treatment 4) Improving facial appearance and self-esteem 5) Taking advantage of the good cooperation of patients at this page 6) Possibly avoiding or reducing the need for furt