HOW TO CHOOSE AN ORTHODONTIST?
How to choose the best orthodontist? Well, we sure don’t want to go out there bragging about ourselves, so we thought about sharing some important tips you should keep in mind to choose the best specialist for your treatment.
It’s not any minor undertaking, as you’ll be choosing a team that remains with you for several months or years at a time to help achieve your dream smile. Parents also take a decision that will impact their kids’ smiles and dental development, so it’s understandable you want nothing short of the best.
You can always get more information about Dr. David Markham right here.
Let’s make sure you get all the guidance you need to make the best decision and achieve results you can smile about for the rest of your life. Let’s take a look at how you can choose the best orthodontist Sacramento residents have available.
TALK TO YOUR FRIENDS FOR A REFERRAL
If this is the first time you’re dealing with an orthodontist, we’d understand you might feel a bit daunted. There’s a lot to consider, but asking a trusted friend or relative for a recommendation is never a bad idea.
Make sure you ask a co-worker, friend, or close family member about their first-hand experience with a specialist and their choice of orthodontic appliance. Your general dentist may not develop your orthodontic treatment, but they may have some useful recommendations about highly-skilled specialists in your area.
The skilled team here at Markham Orthodontics works closely with local general dentists, periodontists, pediatric dentists, prosthodontists, oral surgeons, and endodontists to provide our patients with the best care possible.
YOUR ORTHODONTISTS’ EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Ok, so now that you have a shortlist of options from all those recommendations, you have to do a bit of research. Focus on their educational background; try to check the schools they went to and where they completed their residency to obtain their specialty training.
Please, if nothing else, make sure they’re a licensed member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). This is the seal of approval that guarantees your potential choice of an orthodontist is up to date with the most effective treatment options and procedures.
Here at Markham Orthodontics, you have Dr. David Markham, who is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and an Affiliate Member of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists. You also have Dr. Steven Scott, who is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics and the Sacramento Chapter of the National Dental Association.
Their combined years of experience are at your disposal to get the treatment you require to ensure you achieve a life-transforming smile.
VISIT SEVERAL PRACTICES IN YOUR AREA
Next up is proximity. Try to find options around your area. Sacramento, and especially Natomas, is a large place, but you’ll still find excellent professionals around. We’re not a jealous bunch, and we actually recommend you go to several practices for your initial consultation and get a better sense of what you need and what each practice offers.
Compare the length of treatment for the recommended options. Also, choose the team you feel comfortable with. Are they nice and have pleasant chairside manners? Do they feel like they actually listen to your concerns and adjust your treatment accordingly? How about the financial information? Different practices have unique resources available to make treatment as affordable as possible.
Besides, many practices, including ours, offer a complimentary visit for first-time visitors.
Here at Markham Orthodontics, our team believes in offering you the highest-quality possible treatment, a wide range of options for your treatment, and as much help as possible to make your treatment an affordable undertaking.
TREATMENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE AT MARKHAM ORTHODONTICS
There are many solutions available to patients of all ages. We know that some will adjust to your circumstances, availability, budget, and desired goals better than others, so make sure to check out what each specialist offers.
The good news is that the treatment options available now are more comfortable and precise than ever before. At our practice you’ll find:
- Traditional Metal Braces,
- Invisalign Clear Aligners,
- Removable Clear Retainers,
- Mouthguards.
You can learn more about all our treatment options by scheduling a complimentary consultation at our offices. Or call us at (916) 924-8970.
ASK ALL THE QUESTIONS YOU WANT
You can set up a complimentary consultation here at our orthodontic practice in Sacramento, so don’t be afraid to come in with all the questions you have. After all, isn’t that your main concern? You should make sure your specialist is knowledgeable and what their recommendations are.
Besides, it helps to know what your opinions are about the possible treatment options and have the orthodontist offer potential solutions for your main concerns.
Make sure you ask questions about the appliances in use and what would work best to solve your specific problems. During our initial visit, our specialists will evaluate the current status of your orofacial structures, take images to create a record of your current state, and put together a treatment proposal. Finally, we will present you with a financial plan with affordable payment options for you.
Check below some of the questions you can ask:
At Markham Orthodontics, Dr. Markham oversees all aspects of his patient’s treatment and ensure their progression is appropriate at each stage.
With locations in Sacramento and Auburn, Markham Orthodontics is near you no matter where you live.
We work hard to make scheduling appointments at our Sacramento and Auburn orthodontic offices as convenient as possible for our patients.
We work with many insurance plans that cover orthodontic treatment. In addition, Markham Orthodontics offers affordable, no-interest payment plans that you might be interested in.
As our patient, you are the most important person in our office. We want you to enjoy your visits, so we strive to maintain to create a welcoming environment where patients of all ages can feel they receive only the best treatment available.
Getting dental braces should never be painful. You will feel pressure and a slight pinching sensation with some discomfort until you get used to having braces in your mouth for the first couple of days.
After getting your braces, it’s best to avoid some foods that could damage your appliance. Please try to stay away from foods such as popcorn, ice, nuts, chewing gum, and candy.