06/01/2026
You may have heard us talk about “Phase 1” and “Phase 2” orthodontic treatment… but what’s the difference? 🤔🦷
✨ Phase 1 Treatment:
Usually starts around ages 7–10 and focuses on guiding jaw growth, correcting harmful habits, creating space for incoming teeth, and fixing bigger bite issues early. Not every child needs Phase 1 treatment — only certain orthodontic problems benefit from early intervention.
✨ Phase 2 Treatment:
This is the full braces or aligner phase that happens once most or all adult teeth are in. The goal is creating a healthy bite and beautiful smile that lasts long-term.
💡 So why not just do Phase 2 for everyone?
Because some problems are easier (and sometimes only possible) to correct while kids are still growing. But for many kids, the best treatment is simply monitoring growth until the timing is right.
At TFO, we customize treatment for every patient — because no two smiles grow the same! 😁 Call us for a free consultation today!!
