Your First Orthodontic Appointment in St. John, IN

The right orthodontic treatment can lead to a lifetime of healthy, happy smiles. That is why we take your first orthodontic appointment in St. John seriously. Working with you, we can:

Straighten teeth for a more attractive smile
Guide the development of your child’s jaw and facial structures
Help children avoid more complex treatment as they get older
Boost your confidence about your smile

To plan a consultation at Orthodontic Alliances, call 219-440-6512. Our office is located at 8626 Wicker Ave., just minutes from Bingo Lake.

Be Proactive About Dental Development & Straight Teeth

Your child should have an orthodontic examination around their 7th birthday. That is the recommendation of the American Association of Orthodontists because children usually have a mix of primary and permanent teeth at this age. Our orthodontists can learn a lot at this time about how your child’s teeth will develop.

This proactive approach can help you and your child prepare for orthodontic treatment when they are older. This could mean:

Another thing to remember is that we can also take actions early that could make other treatments easier when your child is older. Dentofacial orthopedics allows us to guide the development of the jaw and facial bones. This can help teeth erupt correctly, so any alignment issues are less severe.

Let Us Create Great Smiles Together

For good or bad, smiles do affect us in more ways than you may think. Straight teeth are easier to keep healthy because you can brush and floss them more effectively. A nice smile also can affect your self-confidence and how you are perceived by others.

Our team at Orthodontic Alliances wants everyone in your family to enjoy the advantages of straight teeth. When you make your first orthodontic appointment in St. John, we can help you get moving in the right direction. Call 219-440-6512 to visit us.

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Common Questions About Your First Orthodontic Appointment

How long does your first orthodontic appointment take?

Your first orthodontic appointment will take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or more. We will discuss your smile goals and your options for orthodontic treatment, and we may show you a digital model of your new smile. You will have the chance to ask any questions about your treatment so you can decide what is best for you. If you go with our same-day braces option, you can even begin treatment that day.

What happens at your first orthodontic appointment?

At your first orthodontic appointment, your orthodontist will thoroughly examine your teeth, and our team will take a set of X-rays. We will work up one or more treatment plans and happily answer questions you have about your orthodontic options and concerns. Then, we will help you decide on the option that best suits your needs and smile goals.

What happens after your first orthodontic appointment?

After your first orthodontic appointment, you should be well informed about your treatment and costs so you know what to expect. At this point, you can either opt for our same-day braces or schedule another appointment to begin your journey toward your new smile with a different type of orthodontics. In this case, at your second appointment we will either place your braces or give you your first sets of Invisalign aligners.

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