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INITIAL CONSULTATION
At your first appointment we will get to know a bit about you and ensure
that we understand your reasons for coming to us. After completing the
paperwork, Dr. Chumak will perform a complete visual exam of your teeth
and jaws. If baby teeth are still present he may take a panoramic x-ray
to determine permanent teeth position. He will then discuss his findings
and treatment suggestions with you. If treatment is prescribed we will
schedule an appointment to proceed with diagnostic records. If treatment
is not prescribed at this time, you will be placed on a recall schedule
and observation will continue until treatment is necessary.
SECOND VISIT - Diagnostic Records
At this appointment we gather all the diagnostic data necessary to determine
your treatment plan. Digital photographs are taken of your face and teeth.
Impressions are taken to make a set of plaster study models. These models
are a duplicate of your teeth, allowing measurements to be made which
are impossible to perform directly in the mouth. Study models also provide
Dr. Chumak with an accurate "before" treatment image so he
can assess treatment progress. A panoramic and a cephalometric x-ray
are taken to evaluate the health of the teeth and jaws as well as their
relative positions, shapes and sizes. The x-rays are done using equipment
and techniques that ensure minimum exposure to radiation.
THIRD VISIT - Reconsultation
After we have completed the analysis of your diagnostic records we will
see you for a reconsultation appointment. At this visit, Dr. Chumak will
explain your treatment plan and one of our dental assistants will provide
you with follow-up information ensuring that all of your questions are
answered. If we have not done so previously, we will give you a CAO Standard
Information Form, which outlines the cost of treatment, and if applicable,
this should be forwarded to your insurance carrier. Once you have been
presented with all the information we will book the appointments to start
treatment. We will also send a letter to your family dentist confirming
the commencement of treatment.
SUBSEQUENT VISITS
When you get your braces (or other appliances),
plan to spend between one to two hours at that appointment. Once your
orthodontic appliances
are in place, regular adjustment appointments
are necessary so that the teeth and/or jaws are aligned in their desired
positions. It is very
important that these appointments are kept as
scheduled so that treatment progresses well and on schedule. These
regular visits are scheduled every
5-8 weeks and vary between 10-30 minutes in length
depending on the procedure being performed. We make every effort to
be on time for your appointments
and we appreciate the same courtesy on your part.
If you are unable to attend your appointment please contact our office
as soon as possible.
COMPLETION OF TREATMENT
After the active portion of orthodontic treatment is complete, and
the appliances have been removed you will be given retainers. Retainers
are worn to ensure that your teeth do not shift from their new position.
We will see you periodically for approximately 2 years to check and
adjust your retainers and to monitor the development of your wisdom
teeth. After this time you will be dismissed. |
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