
We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.

We believe every patient
deserves the opportunity to have
a great smile.
Common Questions
What Is Orthodontics?
Great resources for more information are the websites for the Australian Society of Orthodontists and the American Association of Orthodontists.
What Is An Orthodontist?
What Causes Orthodontic Problems?
How Do I Know If My Child Needs Orthodontic Treatment?
What Are The Early Signs Of Orthodontic Problems?
At What Age Should My Child See An Orthodontist?
Can Adults Have Braces?
Is Orthodontic Treatment Painful?
What Is Phase I (Interceptive) And Phase II (Comprehensive) Treatment?
Phase I treatment takes advantage of the early growth spurt and turns a difficult orthodontic problem into a more manageable one. This often helps reduce the need for extraction or surgery and delivers better long-term stability. Most Phase I patients require a second phase of treatment in order to achieve an ideal final bite.
Phase II treatment usually occurs a number of years later. Usually, we are waiting for the remaining permanent teeth to erupt, including second molars, before Phase II begins. This most commonly occurs at the age of 12 or 13. The goal of Phase II treatment is to achieve an ideal bite with all of the permanent teeth.