You're sitting at your child's first orthodontic appointment, and the doctor mentions something about "Phase 1." You nod along, but inside you're thinking: Phase 1 of what, exactly? What's Phase 2? And does my 8-year-old really need braces right now? You're not alone. Most parents come in expecting to hear "come back in a few years," and walk out with a lot more information than they anticipated. It can feel overwhelming, especially when terms like palatal expansion and dento
