This time, we’re looking at questions to ask your orthodontist before getting braces in the Palo Alto Orthodontics blog.
We provide top-quality and affordable custom orthodontic treatment with braces and Invisalign in the Palo Alto, CA, area.
Before beginning orthodontic treatment, you’ll need a smile specialist, an orthodontist, to assess your smile. After a free consultation, they will be able to determine the best course of treatment.
Today, treatments are advanced, more discreet, comfortable, efficient, and affordable. More than ever, adults are getting started with incredible life-changing results! From age seven to adults of any age, braces and Invisalign can improve health and create dream smiles.
Today, you can get started from home with a free virtual consultation. As always, you can begin with a complimentary in-person consultation. Now, we’ll look at what to ask at your consultation.
Please, see our Braces FAQ for more frequently asked questions to ask your orthodontist before getting braces.
Questions to Ask Your Orthodontist Before Getting Braces
First, you’ll want to know if you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.
Am I a Candidate for Braces or Invisalign?
With a consultation, Dr. Jenny Yoo-Park will assess your current oral health and unique smile. Then, she will determine if you are a candidate for treatment like Invisalign or braces.
Before beginning treatment, patients must have healthy teeth and gums. If there are any problems present, we will need to address the underlying issues before progressing to orthodontic treatment. For example, sometimes, there may be advanced gum disease or tooth decay present. Before braces, we’ll need to remedy such oral health issues.
Before treatment, it’s a good idea to get a routine dental cleaning from your family dentist.
Why Should I Wear Braces?
Beginning orthodontic treatment is an important, life-changing decision. With braces, you will need to adjust your diet and carefully clean around the braces each day.
Generally, wearing braces will average between 12 to 30 months, depending on the individual case.
Thus, wearing braces requires some adjustment and can cause mild discomfort. However, you should know why it’s all worth it!
By completing orthodontic treatment, you will gain newfound confidence as you are proud to show your smile to everyone. Even better, you will avoid potentially serious oral health concerns by aligning your teeth and jaws.
For example, you may avoid:
- Tooth decay
- Pain when chewing
- Speech impediments
- Jaw paint and TMJ-related symptoms
- Losing a tooth and resulting bone loss
- Negative changes to your appearance
- Gum disease and related health issues
- Worsening malocclusions (misalignments) with age
- Poor self-esteem and reluctance to smile
As you can see, the benefits of braces are significant. Not only can they help you feel better about how you look, but they help you stay healthier at any age.
For examples, we recommend looking at some of our patient testimonials and results. There, you can see the amazing transformations and what people say about their experiences.
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What Are Your Choices, and Is Treatment Affordable?
Before getting braces, it’s important to find out if they will be affordable. At Palo Alto Orthodontics, we offer affordable financing options and help maximize any insurance benefits.
We think everyone should have the opportunity to achieve a healthy, gorgeous smile. Therefore, you can get started and not stress about finances.
At Palo Alto Orthodontics, we offer traditional metal, clear ceramic, and self-ligating braces. Also, Dr. Yoo is one of the top Invisalign providers in the country and can treat more cases with aligners, including for young people.
Before treatment begins, we’ll go over all available choices and design the best custom plan for your unique needs.
How Often Will I Need to Visit the Orthodontist?
During treatment, you’ll need to visit your orthodontist for occasional adjustments. So, you want to be sure to schedule time for appointments.
During these visits, Dr. Yoo will monitor progress and ensure everything is going smoothly. Also, it’s a chance to change the elastics if you wear braces. Notably, our patients love having the opportunity to customize their braces by choosing the color of their elastics.
Generally, you’ll come in for adjustments every five to 10 weeks. If you require monitoring more frequently, we’ll schedule you accordingly. We’ll do our best to meet your scheduling needs so you can get back to your busy life.
What Happens If I Don’t Get Started?
As always, you have a choice to begin orthodontic treatment. Before getting braces, ask yourself, “what do I have to lose if I do nothing?”
As previously noted, braces and Invisalign can significantly improve oral health and overall self-confidence. By getting started, you can progress toward a beautiful smile and avoid potentially serious oral health issues.
As we age, untreated oral health issues generally continue to worsen with time. Our teeth naturally shift, and misalignments will continue to worsen. However, it’s not too late to get started, and more adults than ever are getting braces and Invisalign.
By choosing to begin treatment, you can take charge of your oral health and feel confident about your smile.
For more questions to ask your orthodontist before getting braces, please see our Braces FAQ.
Get Started From Home and Get the Facts
Today, it’s easier than ever before to ask your orthodontist about braces or Invisalign.
Take a free virtual consultation with Paolo Alto Orthodontics. It’s quick and easy, and after submitting some pictures of your smile, we’ll respond with a free professional assessment.
Thus, you can learn if braces or Invisalign are for you, learn about affordable payment plans, and get an estimate for how long treatment may take.
Remember, your first consultation is FREE, either virtual or in-person consultation.
Palo Alto Orthodontics helps create award-winning smiles for our Palo Alto community.
For any questions, give us a call at 650-327-2310.
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