The Steps to Expect During Your Child’s First Orthodontic Appointment

If you’re interested in seeing if your child needs orthodontic treatment, then you need to call San Diego Orthodontic Specialists and schedule an appointment with our orthodontist, Dr. David Li. To help you prepare for the appointment, our orthodontic team will be happy to tell you all about the steps involved. This can help you and your child feel calm and comfortable at our office. When you visit us, you can expect the following things to happen:

-We will introduce our staff and give you a tour of our office to help you feel more at home.

-We will guide you to a comfortable exam room where your child will sit or lie in an orthodontic chair.

-Our orthodontist will perform a thorough examination of the oral cavity by inspecting the teeth, jaws and bite as well as by taking X-rays.

-Our orthodontist will then decide if treatment is needed and will provide a diagnosis as well as an explanation of the diagnosis.

-Our orthodontist will then explain the treatment options available that will help your child achieve the attractive and healthy smile they deserve.

-Once you have chosen a treatment option and provided your insurance information to our front office staff, then our orthodontist will craft a treatment plan that is customized for your child.

-Finally, you will schedule your child’s next appointment that will involve the first steps of treatment.

To learn more about the first orthodontic appointment in San Diego, California, please contact our orthodontic team at 858-487-8900. We also encourage you to call our office if you’re ready to schedule the next appointment. We look forward to hearing from and helping you!