YOUR FIRST VISIT

Complimentary Consultation

This is a very exciting time for all of us. We look forward to meeting you and getting you acquainted with our office. As a courtesy, we do not charge for the initial consultation. During the initial consultation diagnostic records will be completed which usually includes clinical photographs of your teeth and a digital panoramic x-ray.

Dr. Cardenas will perform a thorough examination, review findings and discuss appropriate treatment options. If a patient is not ready to begin treatment Dr. Cardenas will recommend free periodic recall appointments to monitor a child's growth and development.

Not everyone needs orthodontic treatment, but it's always a good idea to have periodic checks during the critical developmental years. If treatment is recommended at the initial visit you will be given an accurate cost estimate and estimated treatment time. We value your time and strive to provide as much information at the initial visit as possible.

Regular Appointments

The appointment to get your appliances (braces, expanders, etc.) usually takes 1 hour. During this appointment we will give detailed oral hygiene instructions and a braces starter kit. You'll then see us at regular intervals 6 to 8 weeks apart for an adjustment, which takes 20 to 40 minutes. 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 6 to 8 weeks in advance.

Please take a minute to print and fill out the patient information form before your free initial consultation. Please see our Patient Forms page.