Welcome to Orthodontist Office in Tacoma, Federal Way, and Southcenter
Our greatest goal is to give you the healthy, straight, beautiful smile that you’ve always wanted. We understand that choosing to receive orthodontic care is a big decision, and we respect your reasons for wanting to improve the way you look and feel. Our practice will work with you every step of the way to make sure that your orthodontic care is as rewarding as possible. Our practice utilizes the latest technology, offering a variety of safe and gentle treatment options to give you the customized, individual care you deserve.
Every smile starts with an initial consultation!
Your initial consultation will allow you to meet our team, learn more about orthodontics, receive a complete initial exam, and find out which treatment options will best meet your needs. During your office visits, we will:
- Review your dental and medical history forms
- Provide a complete oral exam, with X-rays, to determine whether treatment is necessary
- Help you create a customized treatment plan
- Discuss all financial information, insurance options, and payment plans
Our team will be glad to answer any questions you may have, and we will provide all of the information you need to determine which treatment is right for you. Please contact our practice to schedule your initial consultation.
What happens after the initial consultation?
You’re one step closer to achieving the smile you’ve always wanted! After your consultation, we will schedule your first appointment and your doctor will place your new orthodontic appliance. This appointment generally takes about an hour and a half, and during this time our team will be available to make sure that you are as comfortable as possible. When you’re ready to schedule your first appointment, contact our practice and our friendly scheduling coordinator will assist you. We’re looking forward to working with you.
Scheduling Appointments
Visiting the orthodontist about every four to eight weeks is an important part of your orthodontic treatment. Our practice will work with you to make sure that your appointments are as convenient as possible. When scheduling appointments, please let us know what days and times work best for you.
Missed appointment/No Show Policy
We understand that “life happens”! If you’re running late or need to reschedule, please let us know, and we will do our best to reschedule an appointment as soon as possible. In order to avoid a delay in your treatment, it may be necessary to reschedule an after-school appointment to one during school hours. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, we request at least two business days notice. If you don’t show up or cancel an appointment with less than 48 hours’ notice, it will be documented as a “No Show” appointment. If you have two “No Show/Missed appointments within a six-month time period, your account will be charged a $40 No Show fee for any appointment that was 60 minutes or less or a $80 No Show fee for any appointment that was scheduled for more than 60 minutes.
Visiting the dentist during orthodontic treatment
It is very important that you continue to visit your family dentist once every six months, even during your orthodontic treatment, for teeth cleanings and routine dental checkups. If extra dental care is needed, we will be happy to coordinate with your family dentist to make sure that you are receiving the best care possible.
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