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Orthodontic check at seven and phase one

What usually happens at your child's first orthodontic check, and what phase one braces are for.

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1 of 3Next, exam
  1. Next, exam
  2. Next, panoramic xray
  3. Next, braces consult and records

Some children are watched yearly. Others start phase one with an expander or partial braces.

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If phase one is done now, does my plan's lifetime braces allowance still cover phase two?

What usually happens · 43215 ·

  1. Dental examD012050 of 100 paid $35 to $45
  2. Panoramic X-rayD033050 of 100 paid $30 to $70
  3. Braces consultation and recordsD8660D034050 of 100 paid $45 to $65

    Watch, or start phase one?

    Watch and recheck yearly
    Dental exam
    Phase one now
    Early (phase one) braces for childrenBraces adjustment visitsRetainers
    Stuck tooth seen on the panoramic
    Surgery to help braces

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