Other Treatments

Two-Phase Treatment

At Park City Orthodontics, we believe that some smiles benefit most from early, strategic care. That’s why we offer Two-Phase Treatment — a specialized orthodontic approach designed to guide jaw development, correct early issues, and set the foundation for a healthy, confident smile that lasts a lifetime.

What Is Two-Phase Treatment?

Two-Phase Treatment is an orthodontic process that involves two distinct stages of care, with a resting period in between. It’s recommended for some children when early treatment can help prevent more serious issues later on.

Phase One: Early Intervention (Ages 6–10)

The first phase typically begins while your child still has a mix of baby and permanent teeth. This early stage focuses on:

• Guiding jaw growth
• Creating space for permanent teeth
• Correcting harmful habits (like thumb-sucking)
• Addressing crossbites, underbites, or crowding

By addressing these issues early, we can often reduce the need for extractions, surgical intervention, or lengthy treatment down the road.

Resting Period

Between phases, your child will enter a resting period to allow the remaining permanent teeth to fully erupt. During this time, we’ll continue to monitor growth and development with occasional check-ins to ensure everything is progressing as planned.

Phase Two: Final Alignment (Usually in Early Teens)

Once all permanent teeth are in place, the second phase begins. This is when we fine-tune the bite and align the teeth for ideal function and aesthetics. Braces or Invisalign are commonly used during this stage to achieve a beautifully balanced, lasting result.

Why Choose Two-Phase Treatment?

• Prevents complex issues later in life
• Guides facial and jaw development
• May shorten or simplify later treatment
• Builds confidence at a young age

As a trusted provider in Park City, Coalville, and Heber City since 1993, Dr. Spencer Blackham takes a conservative, thoughtful approach, recommending two-phase treatment only when it offers clear long-term benefits.

Limited Treatment

Targeted Solutions for Specific Concerns

Not every patient needs full orthodontic treatment. If your bite is healthy and your main concern is a small cosmetic or functional issue, such as a rotated tooth, minor crowding, or a spacing issue, Limited Treatment may be the right fit.

This streamlined approach focuses on correcting a specific problem in a shorter period of time using either Invisalign or braces. It’s ideal for younger patients with developing smiles or adults who want to address one area without undergoing full-mouth treatment.

Benefits of Limited Treatment:

• Shorter treatment time
• Lower cost compared to full treatment
• Highly focused and efficient
• Great option for kids, teens, and adults

Dr. Blackham will assess your needs and goals during a free consultation to determine if a limited approach can give you the results you’re looking for.

Touch-Up Treatment

Small Adjustments, Big Confidence

Already had orthodontic treatment but noticing small shifts or imperfections? Our Touch-Up Treatment is perfect for patients who want to fine-tune their smile or refresh their alignment with minimal commitment.

Using Invisalign Express, we can correct mild crowding, spacing, or slight relapse in just a few trays — often in under six months. This is a popular option before weddings, reunions, or simply to feel more confident in everyday life.

Touch-Up Treatment is ideal for:

• Adults who had braces years ago
• Patients looking to improve their smile before a major event
• Teens transitioning from Phase One treatment

Treatment is quick, discreet, and completely customized to your goals.

Relapse Correction with Invisalign

Get Back on Track Without Starting Over

Sometimes, teeth can shift over time, especially if retainers weren’t worn consistently after treatment. If your smile has started to drift, relapse correction with Invisalign can help you restore your alignment without going through full treatment again.

As a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider, Dr. Blackham offers advanced clear aligner solutions that make it easy to address relapse with precision and comfort. Most cases require only a few months of aligner wear, and virtual check-ins keep the process flexible and convenient.

Relapse Treatment benefits:

• Clear, discreet aligners
• Shorter treatment timelines
• Remote monitoring available
• Preserve and protect your original investment

We’ll evaluate your current alignment, retainer history, and goals to create a custom Invisalign plan that gets your smile back on track—quickly and confidently.

Surgical Orthodontics with Invisalign

In certain complex cases involving significant jaw misalignment, surgical orthodontics — also known as orthognathic surgery — may be required to achieve proper function and facial harmony. At Park City Orthodontics, we take a modern approach by combining this advanced care with Invisalign for a more discreet, comfortable experience.

Dr. Spencer Blackham works closely with trusted oral surgeons to develop a treatment plan that begins with Invisalign aligners, transitions through surgery, and finishes with final refinements — all without the need for bulky braces.

Surgical Invisalign treatment may be recommended for:

• Severe underbites or overbites
• Open bites or crossbites unresponsive to aligners alone
• Jaw growth discrepancies causing speech, breathing, or chewing issues
• Facial asymmetry or bite-related discomfort

By integrating surgical orthodontics with Invisalign, we offer patients a treatment pathway that is not only effective but also more aesthetically pleasing and easier to manage throughout the process.

Non-Surgical Orthodontics

Not every complex orthodontic issue requires surgery. In fact, with today’s advanced technology and thoughtful treatment planning, many patients who were once considered surgical cases can now be treated non-surgically with braces or Invisalign, especially under the guidance of a skilled orthodontist like Dr. Blackham.

Using tools like the Damon Ultima system, Invisalign with mandibular advancement, and custom digital planning, we’re able to achieve dramatic results for issues such as crowding, mild to moderate bite problems, and jaw discrepancies — all without surgery.

Benefits of Non-Surgical Orthodontics:

• Avoid surgical recovery and downtime
• Shorter, more comfortable treatment options
• Safe and effective for teens and adults
• Can often achieve excellent aesthetic and functional results

During your consultation, we’ll carefully evaluate your case and let you know whether surgery is necessary or if you’re a good candidate for one of our many non-surgical alternatives.

Retainer Program

Protect Your Smile for Life

Your orthodontic journey doesn’t end when the braces come off or your last Invisalign tray is complete. The final — and most important — phase of treatment is retention. At Park City Orthodontics, our retainer program is designed to help you protect your beautiful new smile for the long haul.

After investing time and care into aligning your teeth, it’s essential to keep them in place as your bones and tissues adapt. That’s where retainers come in.

Why Retainers Matter

Even after orthodontic treatment, your teeth naturally want to shift back to their original positions over time. Wearing your retainer consistently is the best way to maintain your alignment and avoid the need for touch-ups or retreatment down the road.

Think of your retainer as smile insurance, keeping your results stable, functional, and beautiful for years to come.