Can you skip phase 1 orthodontics?
Often, YES!!!
This is another article showing there really is no huge advantage to EARLY treatment in patients who present with a class II (aka- large overjet). An example of this bite is shown here in this picture
Unless there are pressing bite issues (like a crossbite or severe crowding), it may just be best to wait for the phase 2 (full braces/appliance treatment).
Intrarater agreement about the etiology of Class II malocclusion and treatment approach
Of course, it is a case-by-case basis so an evaluation should still be done by an orthodontist to determine if early treatment would be beneficial.
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