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How long will it take to complete treatment? - How much will braces cost? Are financing options available? How does my insurance work? - How often will I have appointments? - Can I schedule all of my appointments after school? - Can I drop my child off for an appointment? - Do braces hurt? - Can I return to school the day I receive my braces? - Do you give shots? - Do you use recycled braces? - Can I still play sports? - Do I need to see my family dentist while in braces? - Are there foods I cannot eat while I have braces? - How often should I brush my teeth while in braces? - What is an emergency appointment? How are those handled? - Can orthodontic correction occur while a child has baby teeth? - What is Phase One (early) Treatment? - Will my child need full braces if he/she has Phase One treatment? - Will my child need an expander? - Is it too late to have braces if I am already an adult? - Can I wear braces even though I have crowns and missing teeth? - Why should you choose an orthodontic specialist? 1. How long will it take to complete treatment? Treatment time obviously depends on each patient's specific orthodontic problem. In general, treatment times range from 12 to 30 months. The "average" time frame a person is in braces is approximately 22 months. Back to top 2. How much will braces cost? Are financing options available? How does my insurance work? It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until we have examined you. We will cover the exact cost and financial options during the initial examination. We have many financing options available to accommodate your needs, and we will review these with you. We will also review your insurance policy and help to maximize your benefit and file your claims. Back to top 3. How often will I have appointments? Appointments are scheduled according to each patient's needs. Most patients in braces will be seen every five to 10 weeks. If there are specific situations that require more frequent monitoring, we will schedule appointments accordingly. Back to top 4. Can I schedule all of my appointments after school? Unfortunately, we cannot schedule all appointments for students during after-school hours. However, because most appointments are scheduled five to 10 weeks apart, most patients will miss minimal school due to their orthodontic treatments. We will, however, make a sincere effort to meet your scheduling needs. Our office hours have been specifically designed to accommodate before and after school appointments. Back to top 5. Can I drop my child off for an appointment? Yes. We understand your busy schedule, and we are happy to help you make the most of your time. On some occasions, we may request to speak with a parent when they return, so we ask that parents check in with their patient manager before dropping off their child. Back to top 6. Do braces hurt? Generally, braces do not "hurt." After certain visits, teeth may be sore for a few days. In these situations, pain medications such as Advil or Tylenol will ease the discomfort.

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