We are always excited about meeting new patients during their first visit to our office. Our professional and caring staff will help to guide you through the process of first scheduling your complimentary initial exam.
During the initial examination for each patient, we will address the following questions that cover the basics of orthodontic treatment. We encourage you to ask questions as well.
- What is your main concern?
- Is there a condition that orthodontics can address?
- Is treatment needed now or should treatment be delayed until appropriate growth, tooth eruption or other factors have occurred?
It is our goal to be as efficient as possible so that active treatment does not have to be any longer than needed. This important initial examination visit will give us insight into your orthodontic needs.
We know your time is valuable, so to expedite treatment, if possible, we may also offer time following the exam for the next step ( often a second follow-up appointment ) - obtaining diagnostic records. The records include X-rays, photos and impressions for study models and are necessary for developing the appropriate treatment plan. This additional appointment will last approximately 40 minutes. We feel it is important to analyze each patient's specific needs, because in-depth planning leads to superior results and higher patient satisfaction. Next, we will then take the time for a sit-down conference where the Doctor, not a staff member, will personally present the findings and explain what we plan to do to correct the problem. We insist that our patients leave the office with a clear understanding of their specific needs, what the treatment will consist of and how long it will take. Also, we will answer any additional questions.
Please call as we look forward to meeting you and your family.