Office Visits

Complimentary exam

Your first visit to our office will be a free exam for you or your child. Dr. Novak will carefully examine the teeth for a wide range of possible orthodontic problems, such as crowding, cross-bite, gaps, etc. Once she has a clear picture of the most likely course of treatment, we’ll discuss what type of treatment is necessary, how long it will take, and estimate how much it will cost. You’ll understand everything you need to know in order to decide whether to proceed with treatment.

Records appointment

During the complimentary exam, records are made to determine the best course of treatment. Complete diagnostic records typically include a medical/dental history, study models of the teeth, photos of the patient’s face and teeth, and x-rays. This information is used to develop a custom treatment plan that addresses the unique needs of each patient. Occosionally, it may be helpful to get progress records while tracking the progress of treatment as the teeth move under orthodontic care.

Regular appointments

After the records appointment, we’ll be ready to schedule an appointment to have your new appliances (braces, expanders, etc.) placed. That process usually takes one to two hours. You’ll then see us at regular intervals of four to eight weeks for adjustments, which could be up to 1 hour. Please remember if you come in with broken appliances, your appointment may go over the scheduled time.

Patients are seen by appointment only. We make every effort to be on time for our patients and ask you to extend the same courtesy to us. If you cannot keep an appointment, please notify us at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment time.