PHASE 1 ORTHODONTICS IN CELINA / PROSPER, TX

Making Room for Adult Teeth to Prevent Surgeries Later On

Does My Child Need Phase 1 Orthodontics?

When is my child ready for Phase 1?

By the time your child reaches the age of seven, it is recommended they visit an orthodontist or dentist who is skilled and trained in orthodontics to undergo an evaluation.

All four front teeth must be showing

The 9 Common Problems to Look for in 6 to 8-Year-Old Children

(Reasons For Phase 1 Consultations) which Include: Excessive Spacing, Crowding, Open Bite, Overbite (or Deep Bite), Crossbite, Crossbite, Underbite, Overject and Abnormal Eruption

The Top 9 Reasons to Consider Phase 1 Orthodontics For Your Child Are:

1. Prevent Extractions or Jaw Surgery as an Adult

Orthodontics involves movement of not only teeth, but the Upper and Lower Jaws. In children, expanding the jaws to proper size and bringing the jaws into proper alignment is crucial and most surgeries for orthodontics may be avoided.

2. May Shorten Your Child’s Time in Braces Later On

We offer “holding appliances” at the end of Phase 1 to keep your child’s teeth stable as the rest of their teeth erupt. If necessary, Phase 2 Orthodontics is shortened dramatically by having had Phase 1 Therapy.

3. Decrease Risk of Your Child Chipping Teeth in the Future

By Moving the Lower Jaw into Proper Position with the Upper Jaw, we lessen the chance of you child chipping their front teeth.

4. Helping to Prevent TMJ Disorder Later On in Your Child’s Adult Life

by preventing a childhood crossbite, we can dramatically lessen the need for TMJ care later on.

5.. Preventing Abnormal Tooth Wear in Your Child’s Adult Life

by addressing teeth that are in the incorrect position, we can help ensure they destroy fewer teeth as they grow and put more stress on adult teeth.

6. Correcting an Overbite

If your child’s lower jaw is set too far back, then Phase 1 Orthodontic Therapy Can Bring the Lower Jaw forward and open the airway by allowing more room for your child’s tongue to have space to move.

7. Correct Your Child’s Harmful Oral Habits

Thumb sucking or tongue thrusting causing an Open Bite can be addressed early on with appliance therapy to get your child swallowing correctly and having a better night’s sleep.

8. Correct Excessive Spacing/Gaps in Your Child’s Smile

Large diastemas, or gaps, can sometimes be addressed at an early age and help with your child’s lip posture.

9. If Your Child is Experiencing Tooth Crowding

It is crucial in children that require extractions due to adult teeth erupting behind baby teeth, that jaw size be evaluated and treated properly.

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How Do Phase 1 Orthodontic Appliances From Open Late Orthodontics Work?

These appliances are designed to address alignment issues and prevent more complex problems later on, setting the foundation for a healthy, beautiful smile.

How do we diagnose for PHASE 1

We use Digital X-Rays to help locate Your Child's Adult Teeth and see if they are Impacted, or sideways from coming in so we can intervene, if necessary, to help make room for them (see this X-Ray as an example of the Upper Canine that is almost completely sideways)

How Does My Child's Thumb Sucking Affect Their Teeth?

If Your Child is "Reverse Swallowing" (as Shown in the Above Picture) or Has a History of Thumb-Sucking, an Appliance May Be Necessary (We Make Several) to Help Correct This Habit so Teeth Do Not Go Back After Phase 1 Therapy is Complete

What Are Those Springs On My Child's Teeth?

The Coil Spring is Used to Keep Your Child's Front 4 Teeth Together and the Molars Back to Help Allow for Room for the Canines and Adult Premolars to Come In (Picture Courtesy of Dr. Eliades)

Can Phase 1 Orthodontics Help With My Child's Thumb Sucking?

Thumb Sucking Appliance Example

Why Does My Child Have a Gap In Between Their Front Teeth?

Do Not Panic...This is a Normal Part of the Process! A Gap Appears for a Period of Time While the Teeth are Moved Apart to Create a Bigger Arch for Future Adult Teeth in the Back of the Mouth. The Gap (called a Diastema) is CLOSED After the Expander Has Done Its Job.

Our Phase 1 Expanders Create Room For Your Child's Adult Teeth And Save Time in Braces Later On

Phase 1 Retainers: Keeping Teeth In Place After Phase 1

PERMANENT Retainers: Set It and Forget It

Upper Permanent Retainer Example

Lower Permanent Retainer

Phase 1 Braces

What is the Celina 7&UP Kids' Club?

Meet Dr. Rouse

Self-Proclaimed Dental Nerd and Fan of the Latest in Dental Technology, Dr. Rouse is here to help you find a solution to your dental needs, including better quality of life thru chewing better food and a better smile.

Club Perks

Free monitoring of growth and development to help time when and if treatment is needed
Free initial examination
Participate in Our Rewards
Participation in Our Quarterly Raffle
Free Open Late Dentistry and Orthodontics T-Shirt

MEET DR. ROUSE

Self-Proclaimed Dental Nerd and Fan of the Latest in Dental Technology, Dr. Rouse is here to help you find a solution to your dental needs, including better quality of life thru chewing better food and a better smile.

Our 7&Up Kids Club in Celina Makes Kiddos Excited About Tracking the Progress of Getting Their Adult Teeth!

7 Reasons to Join the Celina 7&UP Kids' Club

Identify Missing or Extra Teeth
Habit Correction
Tooth Eruptance Guidance
Correct Jaw Growth Abnormalities
Create Room For Crowded Teeth
Improve Self-Esteem
Prevent Damage to Teeth and Gums

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Why Choose Open Late for Orthodontics?

#1…A NAME YOU CAN TRUST

Being rated as one of the Best Dentists in Celina by Yelp and #1-Rated in Orthodontics by Yelp, Patients can trust that they are receiving the highest ethical and conservative dental treatment in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

We Save You MONEY!

With transparent pricing and multiple financing options after applying Orthodontic Benefits, we make it easy to say “YES!” to getting the smile you’ve always dreamed about for your child!

We Save You TIME!

FLEXIBLE HOURS

We are Open Late until 7 P.M. and on Weekends (Saturdays) to fit dentistry into you and your family’s busy lifestyle

Over 300+ 5-Star Google Reviews

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A Comfortable, Family-Friendly Atmosphere

Our hospitality will put as big of a smile on your face as your finished orthodontic result.

From the moment you start the process, a friendly face will always be there to answer your questions about treatment and guide you through the process of transforming your smile!

We Equip Each of Our Treatment Room With Barn Doors to Help Keep You Socially Distanced during COVID-19

Phase 1 Orthodontic F.A.Q.'s

How much does it cost?

Depends on the insurance.

At what age should a child have their first orthodontic visit?

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends kids have their first orthodontic evaluation when parents notice signs of an orthodontic problem or no later than age 7.

At this point, the first permanent molars are in, which establish the back of the bite, giving me an idea of how their smile is shaping up. This is just a baseline exam and doesn’t necessarily mean your child will be leaving the office with phase 1 braces or an appliance.