11/19/2021
Phase 1 Ph-riday
While most orthodontic treatment can be completed in one comprehensive stage, some patients benefit from treatment in two phases. This typically involves a first phase (AKA interceptive or early orthodontic treatment) at younger age when there is a mix of primary (baby) teeth and permanent (adult) teeth, followed by a second phase of treatment when all the permanent teeth are present. Two-phase treatment may be recommended when there is a need to regain space from early loss of primary teeth, to correct certain bite problems related to a mismatch in the size of the upper and lower jaws, or to help break certain oral habits.
Leah came to us to correct both an anterior and posterior crossbite, which were corrected with a palatal expander and some braces on her upper front teeth.
Congrats on finishing phase 1 and thanks for being such an awesome patient!