Your Journey to a New Smile

1. Consultation Appointment

• Meet the doctor and team
• Digital photographs of the mouth and face, may also take a Panoramic radiograph
• Comprehensive oral evaluation
• Discuss what type of treatment is indicated and financial options

2. Records Appointment

• A Cephalometric x-ray showing the relative position of the teeth and supporting structure
• 3D scan of the mouth and teeth with iTero 3D scanner
• Finalize financial arrangement, complete contract and consent forms

3. Bonding Appointment

• Braces are placed on teeth, or Invisalign aligners are started
• Care instructions and how to clean your braces will be reviewed at the end of the appointment

Note: Bonding may occur at the same time as your records appointment. If you have chosen Invisalign you will have 3D scan of your teeth taken and you will have a Seat Aligner Appointment instead of a Bonding Appointment.

4. Adjustment Appointment

• Occur every 4-8 weeks, sometimes more frequently near the end of treatment
• The doctor will take steps to progress your treatment according to plan
• Failure to attend appointments as scheduled can result in longer treatment times

5. Deband Appointment

• Final records, Panoramic and Cephalometric x-rays, 3D scans, Photographs and Removal of brackets and wires
• 3D scans of the upper and lower arches used to create a custom retainer after braces are removed
• Seat retainers
• Retainer wear and care instructions will be given

6. Retainer Check Appointment

• Usually scheduled every few months for one to two years following the Deband Appointment
• Always wear your retainer to these appointments