Getting Started
- Your initial consultation will include a
complete review of your past medical and dental history.
- You will be asked what you want to change
about your smile and what questions do you have about braces.
- Your orthodontist will do a detailed
examination of your face, jaws and teeth.
- Your orthodontist will explain any tests
(x-rays, photos and impressions of the teeth) necessary to plan
treatment.
- Your orthodontist will try to answer the
following questions: Can the problem be corrected? How much will
itcost? How long will it take? When should it begin? What kind of
appliance or device will be used? What does the patient do for
treatment to succeed? What are the pros and cons of orthodontic
care?
- Your orthodontist will tailor treatment for
you.
- Your orthodontist will indicate any other
dental care necessary before starting braces treatment.
