Your First Visit

At the first visit to the orthodontist, diagnostic records are made to determine the best course of treatment. Complete diagnostic records typically include a medical/dental history, clinical examination; plaster study models of the teeth, photos of the patient's face and teeth, and X-rays. This information is used to develop a custom treatment plan for each patient. These records are also helpful in tracking the progress of treatment as the teeth move under orthodontic care.

Help us serve you better by taking a minute to fill out our online Patient History Form before your free initial consultation.

Consultation

After the doctor has evaluated your records, we discuss your treatment with you in detail, including the cost for your particular case.

Regular Appointments

The appointment when you get your appliances (braces, expanders, etc.) usually takes from one to two hours. You'll then see us at regular intervals 4 to 8 weeks apart for an adjustment, which takes 20 to 40 minutes. Our regular office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. Patients are seen by appointment only. We make every effort to be on time for our patients, and ask that you extend the same courtesy to us. If you cannot keep an appointment, please notify us immediately. Cancel only if it is an emergency. It is difficult to reschedule you since most appointments are made 4 to 8 weeks in advance.

Fees and Insurance

Orthodontic fees vary with the compexity of the treatment. This can be estimated at the initial consultation. Initial consultation and observation visits are complimentary.

Financing with no initial fee and convenient monthly payments is available for qualifying patients. The treatment fee is paid in monthly installments. We offer easy payment without interest. We also offer a plan with no initial fee. MasterCard, VISA and American Express are accepted.

Our office will help process your insurance with your benefit sent directly to you. If your insurance directs you to a list of doctors; Dr. Hickory does not participate with those programs. However many find that our fees and services compare favorably even though we are not on those plans.

Internet Special

Mention this web site for a free consultation, and free diagnostic records (exam, photos and x-rays as needed) - a $250 value.

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