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If you\u2019re a parent, you may have noticed that it seems like kids are getting braces much younger than they used to. If you have a second or third-grader, they may have even asked you if they could get braces like the kids at school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some children could benefit from so-called \u201cphase 1\u201d orthodontic treatment<\/a>. If you want to know who that could be, and whether your child could be one of them, here\u2019s a guide with some potentially useful information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is Phase 1 Orthodontics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Phase 1 orthodontics is similar to traditional (phase 2) braces, except that they\u2019re usually used on younger patients who are struggling with one particular issue that needs to be addressed. Phase 1 orthodontics usually takes anywhere between 6 and 18 months to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because they\u2019re usually targeting one specific issue, phase 1 orthodontics may involve an oral appliance like a palette extender, limited braces, or the removal of certain problem baby teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At What Age Should Phase 1 Orthodontics Be Considered?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Usually, orthodontists will wait until your child has all of their permanent teeth before considering orthodontic treatment, though some younger kids with incredibly serious alignment issues may warrant them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideally, your child should be consulting with an orthodontist by around the age of 7. They\u2019ll be able to make the call as to whether your child could benefit from early orthodontic intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Could Need Phase 1 Orthodontics?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As was mentioned, phase 1 orthodontics is used to address one serious alignment issue early on, hopefully to prevent them from becoming more serious problems later in life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These issues are usually serious enough to be considered more than just cosmetic; they\u2019re often bite issues that can make talking and eating more difficult. Severe crossbite of front or back teeth, open bites, crowding, or spacing may all warrant early orthodontic intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, orthodontics are a serious responsibility, which means that you should only consider them for kids who are mature enough to properly care for their oral appliances. Otherwise, the treatment may not do them any good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Alex Johnson is an orthodontist with over 30 years of experience. He knows that every patient is different, so if you\u2019re looking for someone who can guide your family through their one-of-a-kind orthodontic journey, he\u2019s here to help! Dr. Johnson received his doctorate from Washington University, where he also received his master’s and Orthodontic Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any questions about phase 1 orthodontics, he can be reached at his website<\/a> or by phone at (727) 786-7550.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a parent, you may have noticed that it seems like kids are getting braces much younger than they used to. If you have a second or third-grader, they may have even asked you if they could get braces like the kids at school. Some children could benefit from so-called \u201cphase 1\u201d orthodontic treatment. 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