and Dr. Dickson
provide a variety of orthodontic services (braces) for
patients of all ages. Here is a summary:
Adolescent
Care/Adult Care
Adolescents in braces make up the majority of the patients seen
in the office, Approximately one in five patients are adults.
Having our staff be on time, both for appointments and in
completing the planned care, is important to the doctor and the
entire team. At the same time, we will not compromise our care
of you or your having a positive experience during your visit
in order to be on time.
Of special
interest to our doctors is the role they play in the
interdisciplinary care and treatment of patients. This concept
involves excellent communication with the family's restorative
dentist, the periodontist, the oral surgeon and at times the
speech therapist. This occurs with adults who exhibit chipped,
broken or missing teeth or perhaps have periodontal challenges
(gum disease.) It may be in the form of children exhibiting
Cleft Lip and/or Palate challenges. We work well with
individuals experiencing temporomandibular discomfort (TMJ
problems) as well.
For
patients who may have multiple treatment options, there are
times the utilization of computer video imaging allows patients
and families to "preview"
various
treatment results.
Interceptive Care
Interceptive treatment is recommended for children when there
is:
-
Significant
Spacing or Crowding of Teeth
-
Crossbites
of Front or Back Teeth
-
Thumb or
Finger Sucking Habits That Haven't Ceased Past the Age of Six
-
Significant
Facial Bone Growth Discrepancies
Invisalign®
Treatment
For certain people, the thought of wearing braces prevents
them from having the kind of smile they have always wanted.
There are limits to this type of treatment, so please be aware
this alternative is not an option that is available to all
patients. For more information to learn who is a candidate for
aligner therapy, click
here. our doctors has been identified as a Premier Provider
by Align Technology, the makers of Invisalign®. If you want to
learn more about the company that makes Invisalign® and
this alternative to braces, point your browser to their website
at www.invisalign.com.
For other patients, less noticeable appliances may be just what
they are looking for (read more.)
