ProviderGetting Started
To get started, you'll need to book a consultation with our team so that we can assess your orthodontic condition and discuss your needs and goals with you. From there, we'll develop a plan for your orthodontic treatment.
Once you've got your consultation booked, you'll need to fill out our Dental & Medical Health History Form. We invite you to fill out the form online in advance of your first appointment.
The Consultation Process
The initial consultation process usually takes about an hour to complete, and will be led by one of our treatment coordinators. We look forward to meeting you!
Arrive & Get Settled
Try to arrive about 10 minutes early to get settled in and complete any required paperwork. Our goal is to ensure you feel relaxed and welcome from the moment you arrive. When you get here, you will be greeted by a member of our front reception team.
While you wait, you can relax in our comfortable reception room and enjoy some refreshments. We have games for kids, too, to help keep everyone occupied!
When it's time for your appointment, a member of our team will show you to a private consultation room where you can wait for your consultation to begin.
Assessment & Diagnostic Imaging
We'll start the consultation by chatting with you about your concerns and treatment goals. We'll also take some 'Before Treatment' photos of your smile.
Next, we'll conduct a thorough examination of your smile. This will include some imaging to get a comprehensive picture of your dental health. We'll create a 3D digital image of your teeth using our iTero™ scanner, which we can use down the road to create whatever orthodontic appliance you may need.
We can also use the iTero scanner to perform a digital outcome simulation to show you what your results may look like at the end of treatment!
We may also perform a 3D CBCT Scan. This 3D X-ray will give your orthodontist all of the behind-the-scenes information needed to create an effective treatment plan for your smile.
Customized Treatment Plan
At this point in the process, you'll meet with our treatment coordinator to discuss your health history (if needed) and review the imaging, outlining indications for orthodontic treatment.
Based on the findings from your exam and imaging, your orthodontist will diagnose your condition and develop a customized treatment plan to resolve it and meet your goals. The treatment coordinator and orthodontist will review this plan and go over the finer points with you.
This plan will include treatment recommendations, a projected timeline for treatment completion, and an appointment schedule.
We'll also discuss a payment game plan for your treatment. This will include your payment plan, insurance coverage, and financing, should you choose to take advantage of that option.
Next Steps
To close off the appointment, we'll talk to you about the immediate next steps to get your treatment plan rolling and schedule your next appointment(s).
We will also answer any questions you have and provide you with advice, guidance, and support – both during your consultation and throughout your entire orthodontic journey.
We love talking about teeth and will take any opportunity to do so! But more importantly, we know that patients who are fully informed about their treatment have the best success, and that's our goal for you!
