Phase II treatment is the braces stage of treatment.  This stage usually can begin when most or all of the permanent teeth have erupted into the mouth.  If necessary this stage will follow the first phase of treatment.  At this stage all major skeletal and space corrections have been made.   Braces will be placed on all of the permanent teeth and the the alignment stage will begin.    

Regardless of the age of the patient the goal of phase II treatment is to bring all of the teeth into ideal alignment.   Treatment time can range any where from 12 to 24 months.  The average treatment time in our office is 18 months.  The treatment time is usually dictated by the severity of your case and your cooperation.

After a free examination and the need for orthodontic treatment has been established.  Orthodontic records will be needed to help us complete our diagnosis of your case.  Once we have taken the records we will present you with a treatment plan.  This will outline the how we plan to correct your bite, the estimated treatment time and the associated costs. 

A down payment is required before we can initiate your treatment.  We offer several different payment options that are designed to help make orthodontic care more affordable.  After placement of your appliances we will provide you with the necessary information to help make your adjustment to braces a comfortable one.    We offer a variety of different braces to fit your individual needs. 

This is an example of Phase 2 or braces.  This patient wore braces for 14 months. 

We have multiple colored ties that will allow you to express your creativity.

You can visit our braces page on this web site for more information.      

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact our office.    You can contact our office by phone or you can e-mail us by clicking on one of the rotating mail boxes below.