Phase One Orthodontics (Early Treatment)

Early Treatment for Growing Smiles

Give your child the best start toward a healthy, confident smile with Phase One orthodontic treatment at Legacy Hill Dentistry in Smyrna, TN. Early orthodontic care focuses on guiding jaw development and correcting problems while a child is still growing. By addressing concerns at the right stage, we help build a strong foundation for a lifetime of better oral health. Our early treatment approach may include:

• Space maintainers
• Palatal expanders
• Limited braces
• Habit-correcting appliances
• Growth-guidance appliances

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Phase One Orthodontics: Building the Foundation for Lifelong Oral Health

Phase One orthodontics usually begins between ages 6 and 10, before all permanent teeth have come in. While many kids don’t need braces until their teenage years, some benefit from early care to address jaw growth concerns, significant crowding, or bite problems.

This stage of treatment is all about preparation. We guide jaw development and make space for permanent teeth to erupt in healthier positions. By intervening early, we can often reduce the chances of impacted teeth and may help children avoid future tooth extractions or even jaw surgery. Benefits of Phase One orthodontics include:

• Guiding proper jaw growth
• Creating space for incoming permanent teeth
• Reducing the risk of impacted teeth
• Correcting harmful oral habits (thumb sucking, tongue thrusting)
• Improving facial balance and bite alignment
• Lowering the likelihood of more complex treatment later

At Legacy Hill Dentistry, we design personalized early treatment plans centered on your child’s growth, comfort, and long-term smile success.

Why Choose Legacy Hill Dentistry

When it comes to your child’s smile, experience and compassion matter. Legacy Hill Dentistry is a trusted choice for orthodontic care in Smyrna, TN because we provide:

• Platinum provider for Invisalign
• Over 25 years of trusted dental service
• Same-day appointments available
• Emergency services for urgent orthodontic issues
• Welcoming environment for new patients
• In-house oral cancer screenings for comprehensive care
• Legacy Hill loyalty program for added benefits
• Assistance with insurance paperwork
• Clean, comfortable, and relaxed setting
• Family-oriented practice with strong values

We combine modern orthodontic techniques with a gentle, supportive approach to make early treatment a positive experience for both kids and parents.

Contact Us

We combine modern orthodontic techniques with a gentle, supportive approach to make early treatment a positive experience for both kids and parents. Contact us today to schedule a Phase One orthodontic consultation and take the first step toward a lifetime of a confident smile.