Orthodontics is a special branch of dentistry that involves straightening teeth and altering bone growth for proper jaw alignment.  Orthodontic treatment provides greatly improved aesthetics and optimum chewing.

•   Orthodontic treatment helps provide an attractive smile and improve self-esteem.  Self-confidence is projected through your smile, so the significance of an attractive smile cannot be overstated.  Like many others, you will see your child's self-esteem increasing during orthodontic treatment.

•   Orthodontic treatment also helps to provide long-term health of teeth, gums and supporting bone.  Well-aligned teeth are easier to keep clean, since they will not trap food particles that lead to tooth decay and well aligned teeth will not wear down as easily.  Since a correct bite reduces stress on supporting bone and gum tissues, there is less chance of tooth loss due to gum disease or bone loss.

When Should Orthodontic Treatment Begin?

Since every case is different, there is no one answer to this question.  Dr. Cringoli prefers to see his patients at an early age, usually around 7 years old or sooner.  By seeing patients early, we can better predict the need and timing of future treatment.  Many orthodontic problems can be greatly improved by early treatment.  If no early treatment is indicated, your child will be placed on no-charge recall visits and will be seen every 4-6 months.  By doing this, we can be sure that no additional problems will develop.  While waiting for orthodontic treatment, we will start regular treatment when most of the permanent teeth erupt.

Financing

Option I:  An interest-free installment plan may be arranged directly with our office.  The installments will be spread over the patient's active treatment time.  This is the most common plan.

Option II:  A modest interest installment plan may be arranged with a third party financial institution.  We will assist you if you select this option.  This option offers a very long payment time, up to 60 months, with no down payment.

Option III:  A one-payment plan due at the beginning of treatment.  If you elect this option, you will receive a 10% discount off of your treatment fee.

Additionally, we accept most insurance plans.

** For your convenience, we also accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover.