Over the years, we have found that there are certain questions that patients tend to ask more often than others. If you have a question or concern that isn’t answered below, please reach out to our team and we will respond as soon as we can.
Contact UsMost children don’t start losing their baby teeth until they are about six years old, so the youngest patients we see are about seven years old. Scheduling an orthodontic consultation at a young age is a good idea because we can determine what kind of orthodontic treatment your child will need before they are done growing.
The answer to that question depends on a number of different things, and we’d invite you to take a look at our braces and Invisalign pages to get an in-depth view of what each treatment offers. For a broad overview of our services, check out our services page.
If a bracket breaks or falls off, you’ll want to hang on to the bracket and schedule an appointment with our office in the near future so it can be reattached. In the meantime, you can apply dental wax to any sharp spots to keep them from cutting your gums or mouth.
You can expect to feel a little pain or tenderness at the beginning of your orthodontic treatment and whenever adjustments are made. This is because your teeth are not used to being moved, but eventually you will get used to the feeling of your braces. If you are looking for relief, you can always take over-the-counter pain medication, use an ice pack, or apply dental wax to particularly sore spots.
There really is no perfect age or time to seek orthodontic treatment. Teens are good candidates for orthodontic treatments because their adult teeth have grown in but their mouths are still growing, so the teeth have an easier time being moved. However, we always accept and encourage older patients who are seeking orthodontic treatment to come see us.
Yes! Most insurance helps with the cost of Invisalign, similar to the way they do with traditional braces. Many insurance plans will cover a percentage of Invisalign, while others might cover a specific dollar amount. The best way to know your coverage is to check your declaration of benefits or give your insurance provider a call.
Yes! Children can get Invisalign. In fact, there’s an Invisalign designed just for children. If you’re interested in learning more about how Invisalign can help your child’s smile, you can come in for a consultation or take a look at Invisalign’s official website here!
Choosing an orthodontist can feel impossible with so many options available. Some things to consider when seeking an orthodontist are credentials, comfort, and convenience. You want to ensure your orthodontist is qualified to offer the advice and care your smile needs in a comfortable environment that helps you to feel safe and heard. You’ll also want an orthodontist who is conveniently located near you. This helps to mitigate some of the burden many feel when making it to their appointments or emergencies. This is particularly true if you’ll be needing frequent trips to your orthodontist for check-ins and progress reports.
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We’re so happy you’ve found us! As an offer of our gratitude for making us your orthodontic home, we’d like to extend two new patient specials to you.
