Your first visit
At your COMPLIMENTARY initial consultation at our Munster or St. John orthodontic office, you will explore our state-of-the-art office, connect with our team, and most importantly meet our certified specialists– Drs. Mike and Emily!
During your initial consultation, we will:
- Review your dental and medical histories.
- Perform a complete oral exam, which includes x-rays and photos, to determine if orthodontic treatment is necessary.
- Take you on a “tour of your mouth” by reviewing all of the photos and x-rays with you.
- Help you create a customized treatment plan
- Discuss all financial information, insurance options, and payment plans to best fit your budget.
Either Dr. Mike or Dr. Emily will consult with you and provide all the information you need to determine which treatment is best suited for you, giving you plenty of time to discuss your options and review any questions you may have. Once you’ve decided on a treatment plan, our skilled team will discuss finances and work with you to find an affordable payment plan.
New patient forms
Before your first visit with us, kindly fill out our digital form using your computer or any mobile device.
If you haven’t already, please request your complimentary new patient consultation online and one of our scheduling coordinators will contact you as soon as possible to get you scheduled!
Scheduling appointments
When you’re ready to schedule your complimentary consultation, please contact us or complete our online form and one of our friendly scheduling coordinators will be happy to assist you.
After your consultation, we’ll schedule another appointment to begin your orthodontic treatment where our orthodontists will carefully and skillfully place your brand-new orthodontic appliance. This appointment typically lasts around an hour and our team is dedicated to ensuring your comfort every step of the way.
When treatment begins, you can expect to see us every 8-12 weeks at your regularly scheduled progress appointments. We recognize that our patients have demanding schedules with school, extracurricular activities, and work. Therefore, we aim to minimize disruptions to your family’s routine as best as possible.
Regular appointments
Regular progress appointments are essential for monitoring your orthodontic journey and overall dental health. During these appointments, our Munster and St. John orthodontists will use their technical expertise to evaluate your progress and to adjust your braces, appliances, or Invisalign® clear aligners. Our priority is to ensure that your appointments are efficient and minimize the time spent in our office.
We understand that scheduling appointments can be challenging, especially if they fall during work or school hours. However, please note that these appointments are crucial for the progress of your treatment. Additionally, at least one Saturday appointment is available monthly for our busy families and patients. If an appointment coincides with school hours, we will happily provide a Doctor’s excuse to avoid unexcused absences. We thank you and appreciate your patience when scheduling your next appointment.
Longer appointments
Longer appointments are required for the initial placement and/or removal of braces/appliances. Fortunately, these appointments mark major SMILEstones in orthodontic treatment and are very exciting for our patients! By scheduling longer appointments, we can provide the best service to our patients and reasonably share the burden of any absences from work or school.
Typically, longer appointments are scheduled in the early mornings or early afternoons. We try our best to be efficient with your time. Depending on your treatment goals, it may be necessary to add an additional longer appointment during your overall treatment.
Rescheduling appointments
We understand that life happens! If you’re running late or need to reschedule, contact us as soon as possible and we will do everything we can to accommodate you.
Visiting your dentist during orthodontic treatment
It is vital 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 ensure that you are receiving the best care possible!