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Join the 7&Up Smiles
Club and Get Free
Orthodontic Exams!

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Did You Know?

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child receive an orthodontic evaluation by age 7. 

A free orthodontic evaluation through the 7&Up Smiles Club helps ensure your child’s smile is developing properly during these important growth years.

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Joining the 7&Up Smiles Club Is Free

If your child qualifies for membership, they can receive free orthodontic evaluations until they are ready for treatment. These complimentary visits allow our orthodontic team to monitor development over time.

What Families Receive Through the Smiles Club

What’s IncludedAt No Cost to You
Doctor consultation
Orthodontic monitoring
Necessary X-rays
Ongoing evaluations
Fun activities & rewards

7 Reasons Why Orthodontic
Evaluation is Important

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Monitor your child’s growth and dental development

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Address harmful oral habits early

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Identify missing or extra teeth

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Evaluate jaw growth and alignment

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Observe how permanent teeth are erupting

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Identify the need for early orthodontic treatment

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Support your child’s confidence in their smile

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Why Join the 7&Up Smiles Club?

The goal of the 7&Up Smiles Club is to stay ahead of developing orthodontic concerns before they become more complex. Through regular, free orthodontic evaluations, our team can guide growth and reduce the likelihood of lengthy or complicated treatment later.

The Smiles Club gives your child the best opportunity for a healthy, confident smile as they grow.

Who Is the 7&Up Smiles Club Designed For?

The 7&Up Smiles Club is designed for children ages 7 and older who may not yet need orthodontic treatment but benefit from ongoing monitoring through a free dental evaluation.

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Child’s StageHow the Smiles Club Helps
Ages 7–9Early monitoring of growth and development
Ages 10–12Identifying the right timing for treatment
TeensTransitioning from monitoring to orthodontic care if needed

Convenient Scheduling for Busy Families

Smiles Club visits can be conveniently scheduled alongside your child’s regular dental cleanings, making it easy for families to stay on track without extra appointments.

Orthodontic Options for All Ages

In addition to the 7&Up Smiles Club, Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics offers orthodontic treatment for teens and adults. Parents are welcome to schedule a free orthodontic evaluation for themselves as well.

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Schedule Your Free Orthodontic Evaluation

Give your child a strong start with a free orthodontic evaluation through the 7&Up Smiles Club. Appointments are available at Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics locations across Tennessee.

7&Up Smiles Club – Frequently Asked Questions

The 7&Up Smiles Club is a complimentary program designed to provide children with free orthodontic evaluations starting at age 7. The program allows our orthodontic team to monitor your child’s dental and jaw development over time and identify potential issues early.

Yes. If your child qualifies for the 7&Up Smiles Club, orthodontic evaluations are provided at no cost until treatment is needed. These free dental evaluations include a doctor consultation and any necessary X-rays to properly assess your child’s orthodontic development.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children be evaluated by age 7 because this is when jaw growth and permanent tooth eruption can reveal developing orthodontic concerns. Early evaluation helps determine the right timing for treatment and may reduce the need for more complex care later.

No. Joining the 7&Up Smiles Club does not mean your child will need braces. Many children in the program simply need monitoring as they grow. If orthodontic treatment is recommended in the future, our team will discuss options and timing with you.

If treatment becomes necessary, our orthodontic team will review a personalized treatment plan, timeline, and available options. There is no obligation to begin treatment immediately, and families are given time and information to make the best decision for their child.

The frequency of visits depends on your child’s development. In many cases, Smiles Club evaluations can be scheduled alongside regular dental cleanings, making it convenient for families.

Yes. Children who qualify for the 7&Up Smiles Club receive a free gift at each Smiles Club appointment, helping make visits fun and positive.

Yes. The 7&Up Smiles Club and free orthodontic evaluations are available at Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics locations across Tennessee.

Yes. In addition to the Smiles Club for children, Cumberland Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics offers complimentary orthodontic consultations for teens and adults as well.

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