Our greatest goal is to give you the healthy, straight, beautiful smile 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, and offers a variety of safe and gentle treatment options to give you the customized, individual care you deserve.
EVERY SMILE STARTS WITH A COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION!
Your initial consultation will give you the opportunity 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 initial consultation, 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 the information you need to determine which treatment is right for you. Please contact our practice to schedule your initial consultation.
Appointments During COVID-19
Our community has been through a lot over the past year, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your orthodontic care and your safety. Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow and subscribe to these agencies because your safety is of the utmost importance to us.
Our affiliation with these organizations insures that we are up to date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued. Infection control has always been a top priority, and you may have noticed during this your visits to our office. We have established infection control processes that have been in place for the safety and comfort of our patients and for our own protection as well, and ask that you please follow these guidelines:
- If you have been asked to quarantine, we can’t see you until the quarantine period has ended and preferably 1 week further.
- If you have had COVID, we must schedule your appointment 15 days after symptoms have disappeared and have had a negative COVID test.
If you are experiencing any symptoms of illness, i.e., runny nose, sore throat, stomach issues, please reschedule your appointment. - Please brush your teeth before arriving at the office. The brushing station needs to remain closed at this time.
- Patients are asked to Wear a mask to the office or will be provided a mask upon arrival. Patient masks will be worn other than during their in-chair visit.
- We have hand sanitizer that we will ask all patients to use upon entry as well as rinse with Listerine or oral peroxide rinse.
- A Wellness Screening will be performed upon entry that will consist of taking the patients temperature and answering a few health related questions. Please be sure to fill these two forms out ahead of time if you have access to a printer:
COVID-19 Health Questionnaire
COVID-19 Informed Consent - A minor patient without a Consent Form and no parent/guardian to complete at the office will have their appointment rescheduled.
- Social distancing, whenever possible, will be practiced; this may include limited seating or a closure of our waiting room.
- We ask that only the patient come in for their appointment. If a parent would like to escort their child, then only one parent will be allowed and will also be subject to the full check-in protocol, including wearing a mask.
- Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients.
- We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the numerous steps ( air sterilizers, non-aerosol procedures, staff screening, etc.) we take to keep you, and every patient safe in our practice.
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 Dr. Lasley will place your new orthodontic appliance. This appointment generally takes about an hour, and during this time our team will be available to make sure you are as comfortable as possible.
SCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS
Visiting our office about every four to eight weeks is an important part of your orthodontic treatment. Our practice will work with you to make sure your appointments are as convenient as possible. When scheduling appointments, please let us know which days and times work best for you.
We understand that “life happens”! If you’re running late or need to reschedule, please let us know and we will do everything we can to accommodate you. 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.
VISITING THE DENTIST DURING ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
It is very important that you continue to visit your family dentist once every six months for teeth cleanings and routine dental checkups, even during your orthodontic treatment. If extra dental care is needed, we will be happy to coordinate with your family dentist to make sure you receive the best possible care.