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Two-Phase Treatment

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WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF TWO-PHASE ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT?

Two-phase orthodontic treatment is a specialized process that combines tooth straightening and physical, facial changes. The purpose of two-phase treatment is to maximize the opportunity to accomplish the ideal healthy, functional, and aesthetic result that will remain stable throughout your child’s life.

WHAT IF TREATMENT IS PUT OFF?

Putting off treatment can result in a need for more invasive treatment later in life that may not completely fix your child’s smile. Early treatment is most effective for achieving lasting results.

Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your child see an orthodontist for an evaluation by age 7? This is when your child’s smile has a mix of baby teeth and permanent teeth and it’s a good time to formulate a plan for your child’s best smile. Farina Orthodontic Specialists offers a free consultation for early planning – just give us a call to set up the appointment!

PHASE ONE

A Foundation for a Lifetime of Beautiful Smiles

The goal of Phase One treatment is to help the jaw develop in a way that will accommodate all of the permanent teeth and improve the way the upper and lower jaws fit together. Children often exhibit early signs of jaw problems as they grow and develop. An upper jaw that is growing too much or is too narrow can be recognized at an early age. If children over the age of six are found to have this jaw discrepancy, they are candidates for early orthodontic treatment. Also, if children around the age of eight have crowded front teeth, early treatment can prevent the need to extract permanent teeth later.

  • Planning now can save your child’s smile later
    Children benefit tremendously from early-phase treatment. Receiving early treatment may prevent the removal of permanent teeth later in life, or the need for surgical procedures to realign the jaws.
  • Making records to determine your child’s unique treatment
    Orthodontic records will be necessary to determine the type of appliances to be used, the duration of treatment time, and the frequency of visits. Records consist of models of the teeth, X-rays, and photographs. During your child’s initial consultation, the doctor will take records to determine if early treatment is necessary.

RESTING PERIOD

In this phase, the remaining permanent teeth are left alone as they erupt. Retaining devices may not be recommended if they would interfere with eruption. It is best to allow the existing permanent teeth some freedom of movement. A successful first phase will have created room for permanent teeth to find an eruption path. Otherwise, they may become impacted or severely displaced.

  • Monitoring the teeth’s progress
    At the end of the first phase of treatment, teeth are not in their final positions. This will be determined and accomplished in the second phase of treatment. Selective removal of certain primary (baby) teeth may be in the best interest of enhancing eruption during this resting phase. Therefore, periodic recall appointments for observation are necessary, usually on a six-month basis.

PHASE TWO

Stay healthy and look attractive

The goal of the second phase is to make sure each tooth has an exact location in the mouth where it is in harmony with the lips, cheeks, tongue, and other teeth. When this equilibrium is established, the teeth will function together properly. Phase Two usually involves full upper and lower braces.

At the beginning of the first phase, orthodontic records were made and a diagnosis and treatment plan was established. Certain types of appliances were used in the first phase to correct and realign the teeth and jaw. The second phase begins when all permanent teeth have erupted, and usually requires braces on all the teeth for an average of 24 months. Retainers are worn after this phase to ensure your child retains his or her beautiful smile.

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What Our Patients Are Saying

Yesica De L.
Our experience with this orthodontist was truly exceptional! The free online consultation was incredibly easy and saved us a lot of time. We scanned and submitted images of my child’s teeth from home, and then had a phone consultation with the doctor to review the treatment plan ,all before even stepping into the office.
I downloaded the Smile Doctors app, which made communication with the team seamless. When we arrived for the in-person appointment, everyone was so kind, professional, and efficient. I was amazed by how smoothly everything went.
Elizabeth was especially patient and accommodating with my child, who was a bit nervous. Dr. Franco was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything, and Dr. Farina was warm and welcoming. We were even able to get my child’s top braces placed the same day!
To make the experience even more special, they provided my child with some gifts and congratulated her on getting her braces, it really helped her feel proud and excited about the process.
I highly recommend this team, especially for busy parents. Their at-home scanner and the Smile Doctors app make everything so convenient and modern. Truly a 5-star experience!
Linda M.
I had a great experience at Farina Orthodontics. Dr. Farina and everyone on his staff were always professional and pleasant. Also I’m thrilled with my new smile after using Invisalign! I highly recommend!
Response from the owner:We are thrilled that you love your new smile, Linda! Thank you for your trust in our team and for the fantastic feedback.
Andrea P.
Devin was kind, patient and quick installing my son’s pallet expander. Made him feel calm and special
Response from the owner:We appreciate your feedback and will pass it on to Devyn, Andrea!
Danay P.
Muy buena atención muy profesionales .Mi hija a tenido excelente resultado con su atención y gran trabajo de ortodoncia muy agradecida
Response from the owner:Muchas gracias por confiar en nuestro equipo con la sonrisa de tu hija, Danay. Estamos muy agradecidos de que formes parte de la familia Farina!
Erin J.
I think this picture speaks volumes. We cannot thank Dr. Franco, Dr. Farina and there amazing staff for the wonderful care we’ve received for our daughter the last 18months. We highly recommend them to anyone starting their orthodontic journey.
Response from the owner:We are so grateful for this wonderful feedback, Erin!
Colleen H.
Dr. Farina and staff are 10/10!! Wading through Invisalign and additional dental work the Farina team remained in constant communication with my extended dental team and my results are insane! I cannot say enough good things about Farina Orthodontics. Special love to the team out at Bruce B. Downs - they handled 90% of my care and made everything simple and efficient!
Response from the owner:We couldn't be happier that you love your new smile, Colleen! We will pass on this fantastic feedback to our team and are grateful for your trust in them.
Michelle G.
We transitioned care here when we moved to Tampa and could not have been happier with the service and diligent patient care provided to my son. Highly recommend Dr.Davis and team in Tampa Palms area.
Response from the owner:We're thrilled that your transfer to our team was easy and seamless, Michelle! Thank you for trusting our team with your care.
Therese N.
I recently completed Invisalign treatment and had both a wonderful experience and beautiful outcome due the devoted and helpful staff at Farina Orthodontics in Wesley Chapel. A special thank you to Dr Franco for the kind, caring, attentive, professional, and exceptional skills he exhibits. Also, Kelly made each visit great due to her compassion, proficiency, and insight.
Response from the owner:Therese, your feedback is priceless and greatly appreciated! We will be sure Dr. Franco and Kelly know how much they impacted your experience with us. Thank you so much for trusting our team, and for taking the time to leave a review.
Mac G.
Always enjoy the experience at Farina! Mark and his entire team make you feel like family when you visit.
Response from the owner:We love having you as a patient, Mac, and appreciate your trust in our team! Thanks for the awesome feedback.
Ramona A.
Loved Farina. I used them for my sons Invisalign and the process was like no other. Everything was great from start to finish . It was worth every penny
I will be returning for my younger sons braces in the future
Response from the owner:Thank you for this awesome feedback, Ramona! We've loved having you as part of the Farina family and appreciate your trust in our team for your sons.
Leah L.
What a wonderful experience! ❤️
Farina Orthodontics is truly a blessing to have in our community. The staff is incredibly friendly, the office is spotless, and the doctors are amazing. One kid down—two more to go!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Leah - we are so grateful for you and your family's trust in our team! We love having you as part of the Farina family.
Laura P.
The staff are all kind, courteous, responsive, and helpful. Office wait times are minimal. My son’s treatment was successful and his smile is amazing.
Response from the owner:Laura, this is music to our ears! Our goal is to provide a WOW experience every time you see us and we're so glad you've had that. Thank you for trusting our team with your son's smile!
Kristen S.
Had such a great experience at Farina! Love the in house financing option! Was able to get my sons braces put on the same day! So informative and very nice office! Everyone was so nice!
Response from the owner:Thanks for taking time to provide your feedback, Kristen! We're so glad we were able to help create a payment plan that works for you, and we love being able to offer same-day starts so it's convenient and easy.
Sarah C.
Love The Staff At Farina’s Orthodontics! Very Knowledgeable & Welcoming. Highly Recommend.
Response from the owner:We appreciate your wonderful feedback and will pass it on to our team!
LoveMommyHood
Always a good experience. The staff and doctors are very knowledgeable and share valuable information with patients.
Response from the owner:Your feedback is so valuable to our team - thank you for taking time to leave us a review!

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