How to Find the Right Orthodontist for You

Consider These Five Factors

Whether you’re looking for a children’s orthodontist or adult orthodontics for yourself, your choice is important. With so many orthodontic providers available, how do you select the one that’s right for you? Consider the following factors when choosing your orthodontist:

1. Comfort and Communication
Because young patients may feel anxious about receiving dental care, a children’s orthodontist should help them to feel comfortable and secure. By communicating clearly what patients can expect during their treatment, our team can help to alleviate any fears young patients may have. Our friendly, compassionate staff can also suggest ways to help patients relax, such as listening to music during treatment. And we always keep our office clean, comfortable, and sterilized to ensure your comfort and safety.

2. Accurate Diagnosis
Like other health specialists, orthodontists complete years of study beyond dental school, receiving expert training in recognizing tooth alignment and bite issues. Your orthodontist should perform a thorough diagnostic of your tooth structure to ensure that proper steps are taken to correct your smile. At O’Keiff Orthodontics, our state-of-the-art equipment provides safety and efficiency in our diagnoses. Using x-rays, photographs, and dental impressions, we can make informed decisions about which treatment is right for you.

3. Customized Care
When it comes to your teeth, you need customized care to address your unique orthodontic needs. Our goal at O’Keiff Orthodontics is to provide you with results that will last a lifetime. We’ll develop a treatment plan to ensure that you’ll be able to bite, chew, and smile with confidence. Everyone wants a beautiful smile, and we can give you exactly that.

4. Specialized Options
Select an adult orthodontics specialist who can provide the options that fit your needs. While young children can usually be treated with traditional metal braces, teens and adults may prefer more discreet methods of treatment. We use 3-D computer imaging to create removable appliances that straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets and offer several solutions such as clear aligners and clear ceramic braces. Just as each smile is unique, so is each treatment plan.

5. Affordability and Access
Your orthodontics provider should be honest and up-front with cost information and provide convenient payment methods. At O’Keiff Orthodontics, we offer a number of in-office payment options to fit your budget, and we’re happy to help with financing plans and submissions to your insurance provider. To make treatment more accessible, we offer extended office hours on select days, send orthodontic appointment reminders, and provide quick turnaround time on calls and requests. You can always call or email us with any questions.

Choosing an orthodontist is an important decision. Look for an orthodontics practice that offers the customized care, specialized treatment options, and affordability that are right for you or your child.

O’Keiff Orthodontics is your local adult and children’s orthodontist. Call our office today!