Ortho Place

No, it is not. Many of our patients are referred by their family dentist, yet many other patients take the initiative to schedule an examination themselves.

No, they will not. The space available for the front teeth does not increase as you grow. In most people, after the permanent molars erupt, the space available for the front teeth decreases with age.

Upon arriving, each patient and parent will be seen by the staff and doctor who will familiarize you to our office and prepare for the initial exam. The doctor will complete a thorough review.

Removing teeth is sometimes required to achieve the best orthodontic result. If there is inadequate dental arch length to accommodate all the teeth, or if there are significant relationship issues with the teeth and jaws, then the removal of individual teeth may be required.

It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until we have examined you. We will cover the estimated cost and financial options during the initial examination. We have financing options available to accommodate your needs, and we will review these with you.

Unfortunately, we cannot schedule all appointments for students during after-school hours. Therefore, it is crucial that you have your schedule with you, so you can book a time that is most convenient.

Generally, braces do not “hurt.” After certain visits, teeth may be sore for a few days. In these situations, pain medications such as Advil will ease the discomfort. However, after most visits, patients do not feel any soreness at all!

No. Shots are not necessary for orthodontic treatment.

Yes. We recommend a mouth guard for all sports. Let us know, and we can craft a mouth guard for you.

Yes. Once treatment begins, we will explain the complete instructions and provide a comprehensive list of foods to avoid. Some of those foods include ice, hard candy, and all sticky foods (i.e. caramel and taffy).

If your braces are causing extreme pain or if something breaks, you should call our office immediately. In most cases, we can address these issues over the telephone. If you require an emergency appointment, we will set aside time for you.

Phase One treatment, if necessary, is usually initiated on children between the ages of seven and ten. Phase One treatment lasts about 12-21 months. The primary objective for Phase One treatment is to address significant problems to prevent them from becoming more severe and to improve self-esteem and self-image.

After the initial examination, we will determine whether a patient will need an expander.

Yes. A tooth with a crown will move just like a tooth with a simple filling. When teeth are missing, orthodontic treatment will aid in the alignment of the remaining teeth.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age seven. By this age, several permanent teeth in most children have erupted, allowing us to evaluate your orthodontic condition.