- Dental ExaminationAt the first appointment, our team will take digital scans and X-rays and do a thorough oral exam to get a clear picture of how your smile and bite fit together. We use the results of this assessment to make a personalized treatment plan for you. This plan includes the length of your treatment, the types of treatment we recommend, the cost, and more.
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningIt is vital that you continue to visit your family dentist once every six months for teeth cleanings and routine dental checkups, even during your orthodontic treatment. If extra dental care is needed, we will be happy to coordinate with your family dentist to make sure you receive the best possible care.
- Fluoride Treatment
- DenturesYou may also soak it in denture cleaner as instructed by your orthodontist. Do not put your retainer in boiling water, bleach, vinegar, or in the dishwasher.
- Oral SurgeryMost children lose all their baby teeth by age 13, and by the end of their teen years, the jaw bones will harden and stop growing. Orthodontic procedures for adults often take more time and can involve tooth extraction or oral surgery. Receiving early orthodontic treatment as a child can help prevent the need for orthodontics as an adult.
- Jaw SurgeryFirst, it is essential to note that orthognathic surgery cannot be performed on a growing jaw. The average age at which the jaw stops growing is 16 years old for females and 18 years old for males.
- Tooth Extractions
- OrthodonticsSurgical orthodontics is a form of treatment used to align severely misaligned teeth. This treatment is considered when conventional orthodontic methods have failed or when the misalignment of the patient’s teeth poses a threat to their oral health.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsInvisalign treatment uses a series of virtually invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that allow you to smile more during treatment as well as after.
- BracesBraces are one of the most common treatments for misaligned teeth. They are made up of a system of metal wires and brackets that are attached to the teeth.