2 Phase Treatment

Here is an example of a case Dr. Miller treated in 2 phases to capitalize on growth. Developing the dental arches at an early age often yields better facial balance and minimizes the need for extracting teeth. Unfortunately, many parents assume they must wait until a child has all of his or her permanent teeth, only to find out that treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Many orthodontic problems are easier to correct before jaw growth has slowed. Consequently, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that every child get an orthodontic screening no later than age 7.