Orthodontics

oRTHODONTICS AT FAMILY CAMP DENTAL

Orthodontic treatment is an exciting step toward improving the health and appearance of your smile. To begin treatment, your mouth must be healthy. You will need a cavity clearance from the past six months by your dentist or have an exam and x-rays done at Family Camp Dental & Braces (only $20 for new patients). Any broken, worn or missing teeth, cavities, and periodontal disease present must be treated before braces can be placed.

When your mouth is healthy, your treatment will begin with a comprehensive orthodontic consultation to assess your teeth, bite, and jaw. Photographs will be taken of your face and profile and x-rays will be taken of your teeth to determine the position of your teeth and their roots. These will help the doctor design a treatment plan specifically for you and give you a time frame for the treatment.

Treatment will vary for everyone but can average from 18-36 months. The time will all depend on the complexity of your case, how well your teeth and mouth respond to the treatment, and how well you follow your doctor’s instructions.