How long is the initial exam?
This initial appointment takes approximately one hour. Our objective is to communicate proposed orthodontic treatment, if required, in a friendly, caring, and enjoyable atmosphere. The treatment coordinator will review the orthodontic treatment plan, as determined by the orthodontist, during the clinical exam. She will also discuss financial arrangements and answer questions regarding insurance, appointments, and treatment concerns, if indicated at that time. Since we like to evaluate children by age 8, as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontics, many children are not ready to begin treatment until more permanent teeth erupt. After their new patient exam, they are placed on our Orthodontic Supervisory Program. This program enables Dr. Giangreco, Dr. Cortese, and Dr. Preston to monitor the eruptive pattern of the permanent teeth. Sometimes, poor erupted patterns may be eliminated with early removal of baby teeth and reduce the treatment time required for braces. We will
