Do you charge for an initial visit?
No. Your initial consultation is complimentary. We will discuss whether braces or aligners make sense for you or your child at no cost.
At what age should a child first be seen?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first evaluation by age 7, around when the 6-year molars and front permanent teeth come in. Early evaluation is about informing and observing, not necessarily starting treatment.
Why evaluate patients so young?
An early look lets us identify and discuss eventual needs, evaluate habits, and set up a monitoring schedule so treatment begins at the ideal time. Only a small number of children need to start treatment this early. See early orthodontic treatment.
How long does the first visit take?
Usually 30 minutes to an hour, depending on your situation. We may do a visual exam and discuss findings, or recommend X-rays and complete diagnostic records with photographs.
What is the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist?
An orthodontist is a dentist who completed at least two to three additional years of full-time specialty training in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, then limits their practice to aligning teeth and jaws. All three of our doctors are board-certified orthodontists.
Do you treat adults?
Absolutely. About one in four orthodontic patients today is an adult, and modern appliances make adult treatment comfortable and convenient. See adult orthodontics.
Do you accept patients transferring from another city
Yes. We treat transfers much like new patients, gathering complete diagnostic records and proposing a plan to finish the work already started
Can I make payments?
Yes. With or without insurance, we structure a convenient payment plan that usually spans your treatment. We offer interest-free in-house financing. See financing and insurance.
Can I schedule all my appointments after school or work?
We offer early and late appointments and will do our best to accommodate your family. Longer procedures are often scheduled mid-day, while shorter adjustments fit into early and late slots.
Do you see patients for emergencies?
Yes. Visit our emergency care page for guidance and how to reach us.
Do I need to wear retainers after braces?
Yes. Retainers are worn full-time at first, then at night long-term. Teeth naturally shift throughout life, so ongoing nighttime wear protects your results. See orthodontic retainers.
