Orthodontic records usually include X-rays, photographs of the teeth and face, and models of the teeth. The records provide a wealth of information that is not always revealed by a visual examination. This may include missing teeth, extra teeth, the condition and development of tooth roots, growth patterns of the jaw and face, symmetry, and a host of other factors.
Complete records form the basis for a thorough and accurate diagnosis and a sound treatment plan. We will determine the necessary records for each patient at our orthodontic office.

In some cases, preventive or interceptive care can guide the jaws and erupting teeth into more favorable positions, improve the growth and alignment of the jaws, preserve space for the permanent teeth, and/or reduce the likelihood of fracturing protruded front teeth.

Phase 2 treatment is conventional orthodontic treatment. It may start while the last baby teeth are falling out and continue until the 12 year molars have been evaluated or straightened. This treatment usually lasts between 2 and 3 years.

An early visit is suggested. About 10 to 20 percent of young patients may benefit from phase 1 treatment. Most other patients are observed until the appropriate time to initiate care.

Not always. Experience and research shows that early treatment achieves meaningful goals but the quality of the result is determined at the end of care. For this reason, we do not always encourage early treatment unless significant benefits can be achieved.

Children: Treatment may reduce appearance-consciousness during the critical development years. Appearances can have an effect on social behaviors, self-expectation, personality style, and self-image.
Adults: Adult orthodontics may positively affect career patterns, social acceptance, and self-confidence.

This is a time when much of the growth of the face occurs. Treatment during this period provides an opportunity to favorably influence the facial profile. Once growth of the facial bones is complete, correction of some jaw discrepancies may require surgery. For this reason, early treatment may save considerable time and money.

No. For those who can benefit from orthodontics, age is not a factor. Adults who have teeth and healthy supporting structures are never too old. Increasing numbers of adults are taking advantages of the lifelong benefits of orthodontics with treatments like InCognito lingual appliance and Invisalign clear aligners. These are people who have made the choice to spend the rest of their lives with an attractive, healthy smile and the confidence that it brings.

Yes we do. We handle a patient transferring into our office from another city just like a new patient. We gather complete diagnostic records to show the current status and propose treatment to complete the work that has been started. We assess a monthly fee to complete the treatment in progress.

An orthodontist is a general dentist that has had at least 2 more years of full-time training in orthodontics resulting in a nationally accepted specialty certificate. The orthodontist then limits #HisHer practice to straightening teeth and dentofacial orthopedics.

In order to have early and late appointments available for the majority of patients, some procedures need to be accomplished during the hours of 13:00PM to 16:00PM. We will do our best to work with your schedules and accommodate your family needs.