The goal of Phase I Treatment is to develop the child’s jaws to make room for the future eruption of permanent teeth and to improve the relationship of the upper and lower jaws. An upper or lower jaw that is growing too much or not enough can benefit from this early orthodontic treatment. This early correction can often prevent dental trauma, later removal of permanent teeth or even jaw surgery. Leaving a severe condition untreated until all permanent teeth erupt could result in a problem too severe to correct with braces alone. The treatment time for Phase I treatment is usually between 9-18 months. After this, our patients wear retainers and are checked every four to six months while waiting for the remaining permanent teeth to erupt.
Later, when most of the permanent teeth have erupted (usually between the ages of eleven and thirteen), Phase II treatment will be recommended.
The goal of Phase II Treatment is to position all the permanent teeth to maximize their appearance and function. This is best accomplished with full braces or Invisalign and is usually between 12-18 months long. Due to the improvements made in Phase I Treatment, Phase II Treatment requires less patient participation (no headgear and less rubber bands), often eliminates extraction of permanent teeth and reduces the time spent in full braces. This is especially important for patients as they enter their teenage years!
With Invisalign® you:
Dr. Chris includes the Invisalign System in his treatment options. Invisalign is a completely innovative approach to straightening teeth – because with Invisalign you can get straight teeth and a beautiful smile without braces.
Using advanced, 3D computer-imaging to create a digital model of your teeth, Dr. Chris is able to create a plan for your entire treatment before it even starts. Then, using a series of clear aligners custom-made just for you, your teeth move into the desired position. You wear each aligner for 7 to 14 days, as directed by Dr. Chris, until your treatment is done.
Damon™ Smile treatment:
Damon treatment from Dr. Chris is more comfortable and requires fewer office visits, but what really sets this approach apart is that it’s treatment without tightening.
Invisalign, along with Damon Clear, is a popular choice for anyone interested in improving their smile without drawing attention to the fact they’re in treatment. You can find out which option is best for you during your complimentary initial consultation.