| The first appointment will be a free orthodontic evaluation. This appointment is designed to assess the need for treatment. If treatment is needed we will discuss with you which type of treatment is likely. Once we have decided to start treatment we will need to take special measurements called records. |
| At this appointment we will take photographs, molds of your teeth (Impressions), a panoramic x-ray (Panorex) and a Cephalometric X-ray (Ceph). Records are needed to help us properly diagnose of your case. This procedure generally takes about 30 to 45 minutes to perform. |
Ceph - X-ray Panorex
Digital Photographs Models
| Please check with your dentist to see if he or she has a recent copy of your x-ray. If so you can have it duplicated and bring it with you to your next appointment. |
| Yes, there is a fee to have the records processed. |
The next step after records is the consultation appointment. This is generally a question and answer session. At this appointment you will be presented with a treatment plan. The treatment plan will consist of the type of appliances or devices we plan to use to make the necessary corrections. We will also discuss the anticipated treatment time, and the costs associated with this phase of treatment. We will try to answer as many of your questions as possible. In order for us to start your treatment a modest down payment is generally required. Yes, we do offer payment plans. Payment plans are designed to lessen the financial burden of treatment and make it more affordable. The average treatment time is 18 months, so you can expect the payments to correspond to the length of treatment. We offer multiple sibling discounts of %10 of those with two or more children in treatment. |
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| This company allows you to stretch your payment out over longer periods of time. We will gladly help process your insurance claims. We take many forms of payment such as cash, check, credit card and we will try our best to make your orthodontic treatment affordable. You can apply for Orthodontist Fee Plan simply by visiting their web site and completing a credit application. In some cases you can get an answer within 24 hours. To apply or to get some more information about finance options with OFP, please click on the Ofp Logo above. |
| You are free to pay the entire amount at anytime during treatment. If you decide to pay the entire amount in advance you will receive a 10% cash courtesy that will be deducted from the entire amount. |
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call our office or leave us an e-mail. We would be glad to answer any questions to the best of our ability. To send us e-mail please click on one of the rotating mail boxes below.
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