| Braces for Children and Adults and Adult Surgical Orthodontics Thank you for the privilege of sharing information about our office and orthodontic treatment. Our motto is: "A beautiful smile is a lifetime investment!" The success of orthodontic treatment is a team effort. With the parent, patient, the doctor and the staff working together, we can achieve the best results possible. Some quick facts about our office:
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| Services we provide: Phase One Treatment
When a number of baby teeth are still present, treatment can be started to correct severe overbites, crossbites, thumb sucking or tongue-thrusting habits. Growth modification appliances can be used when jaw modification is indicated. Full Orthodontic Treatment (Phase Two) (Ages 8 & Up) Braces are used to treat teeth that are too crowded and smiles that have too much spacing as well as overbites, underbites, crossbites, etc. Relapse If retainers are not worn properly, teeth will relapse. Retainers We replace lost retainers for a fee.
If a patient is examined, but not ready for treatment, he or she is placed under observation and recalled every 3-6 months to monitor growth and development. There is no charge for an observation visit.
We are very concerned that your oral health be maintained while you are in braces, therefore a great emphasis is placed on oral hygiene throughout treatment. We strongly advise that you visit your general or pediatric dentist every 3-6 months during the course of treatment.
Treatment Procedures Performed Today Patient Instructions for the Next 30 days Your First Visit To Our Office Initial Examination: Your first visit will be a comprehensive oral examination. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with our doctor and his staff. The doctor will ask you why you don't like your smile. He will then tell you how he is going to fix the problem. We would like for you to leave our office with the answers to the following questions:
dentist, there is no charge for your initial exam. It is important that you bring your Insurance Card to this appointment. The Office manager will tell you what your co- pay is after the insurance has been deducted. Diagnostic Records and Consultation: If your initial examination indicates that you need treatment, we then arrange for complete diagnostic records. During this one-hour appointment, we will take x-rays, photographs and impressions of your teeth and a wax bite to obtain the relationship of your jaws. A complete diagnosis is based on these records. The Doctor will not treat you until he takes Records. If you are transferring from another Orthodontist, Records will be taken again. A detailed treatment plan will be discussed with you a month later at the Spacer/Treatment Plan appointment. Getting Your Braces About a week after the spacers are placed, bands are cemented over the back teeth. Brackets will be bonded on the remaining teeth. Archwires are then fastened to the bands and the brackets. None of these procedures are painful. Depending on the individual case, upper and lower braces may be applied at separate times. Monthly checks-ups will be followed to adjust the archwires and replace the elastics. This will change the pressure on the teeth so they can move into the right places. Orthodontics is not only a financial investment, it is also an investment of your time. Our Financial Policy Fees for treatment are based on the severity or complexity of your orthodontic problem. A discount is given for full payment at the initiation of treatment. However, most patients pay the fee during the time of their treatment. (There is no finance charge and no interest charges). Payments are made monthly, whether appointments are kept and/or missed. We realize that temporary financial problems may effect timely monthly payments on your account. If such problems do arise, please do not ignore your bill and our correspondences. Instead, contact us promptly for assistance in management of your account. Insurance We will complete all filing of your insurance forms. We make every effort to help you receive your maximum orthodontic benefits from your insurance company. With your cooperation, we are always successful. While filing insurance claims is a courtesy that we extend to our patients, you must realize:
If you have any questions about information or uncertainty regarding insurance coverage, PLEASE do not hesitate to ask questions. We are here to help you! |
Paul M. Cottone DDS,MS
Diplomate Of the American Board of Orthodontics
2715 Breezewood Avenue, Suite C
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Phone: (910) 485-5193
Diplomate Of the American Board of Orthodontics
2715 Breezewood Avenue, Suite C
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Phone: (910) 485-5193
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