How Do I Fit Orthodontics Into My Busy Schedule?

Most people seeking orthodontic treatment have other important obligations during the day, usually involving with work or school. When active orthodontic treatment begins, each patient is seen every few weeks, and some of these appointments will conflict with work or school schedules.

We have devoted considerable time and effort into designing our scheduling system. Here is what we want to do: First, we want to see you for your appointment. Second, we want to have adequate time during each appointment to do the necessary procedures. Third, we wish to answer questions and update your treatment progress. In addition, we will work with your schedule around your school or work hours as much as possible. Please know your Professional Days. As you can imagine, a well-organized schedule requires considerable structure tempered with flexibility.

Our Approach

Longer appointments are scheduled during school hours and shorter appointments scheduled either before, or after school. In this way, our afternoons are scheduled to accommodate as many families as possible for after-school appointments. If you should ever wish to come to the office during a quieter time, please ask to schedule an appointment during school hours.

Some appointments are blissfully short. During your treatment there are times when the adjustments are completed quickly even though they may be quite technical. We have tried to design treatment methods that limit your inconvenience. Other appointments, can be unexpectantly long, especially if you have broken part of your braces.

Because the office schedule is quite complex, your late arrival can pose a problem. In fairness to the other scheduled patients, we may not be able to fit you into the schedule and therefore find it necessary to reschedule your appointment.

Rescheduling Appointments

We realize that once in a while unforeseen circumstances arise which necessitate a change in appointments. When patients occasionally overlook an appointment, we do our best to reschedule the appointment as soon as possible; however, in order to avoid delay in treatment, it may become necessary to reschedule an after-school appointment to one during school hours. Missed appointments or numerous appointment changes will inevitably result in an extension of your treatment time.