What Signs Might Indicate Your Child Needs Early Phase One Treatment?

Has your child had their jaw and teeth checked for alignment issues or other problems? An orthodontic visit around age 7 or so allows us to determine if your child may need early “phase one” treatment. Our orthodontists in Derby, KS, at Derby Orthodontics offer this kind of care to help ensure proper jaw and teeth growth and development. We may recommend this treatment if your child has any of the following signs.

Not Enough Space for Permanent Teeth

Your child needs the right amount of room for their teeth to come in. We may use expanders or other appliances to create more space for these teeth and prevent crowding.

Upper and Lower Jaw Misalignment

If your child’s jaws don’t align properly, we can offer treatment to correct this. Addressing this issue earlier helps lower the risk of needing braces later on.

Tooth Positioning Causing Oral Hygiene Issues

Is the position of one or more teeth causing oral health problems? Early “phase one” treatment includes the use of oral appliances that help correct these positions.

Narrow Upper Jaw

This may cause your child to have an inadequate amount of space for their permanent teeth. We can address this during treatment with the right oral appliances.

Extra Teeth or Missing Teeth

Does your child have too many or not enough teeth? Whether they have missing or extra teeth, our orthodontists can treat this during phase one care.

Schedule an Orthodontic Consultation for Your Child!

Is your child due for their first orthodontic evaluation? Our team at Derby Orthodontics can provide this service and determine if your child would benefit from undergoing early “phase one” treatment in Derby, KS, to correct alignment or jaw issues.