Many people associate getting braces with their teenage years because that’s when so many patients undergo orthodontic treatment. By the time you reach young adulthood, your baby teeth have fallen out, and all your permanent teeth (except perhaps your wisdom teeth) have erupted.
However, some younger children can benefit from braces earlier in their dental development, which is where Phase 1 orthodontics comes in. Continue reading to learn more about this advantageous treatment and why it’s sometimes necessary!
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