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It’s pretty unlikely you’re about to dive into orthodontic treatment without any questions whatsoever. In fact, the opposite is probably true! You might be wondering where to start—which is why One Love Orthodontics is here to help you get the most out of your first visit and highlight five questions to ask at your orthodontic consultation.
1. “Why Choose a Board-Certified Orthodontist?”
You have a lot of providers to choose from in Brooklyn alone—and if you have questions about our qualifications, please feel free to ask! You should feel completely confident in your orthodontist’s skills. One of Dr. Dayan’s distinctions we can talk about is board certification, which means:
- Expert Training – Dr. Dayan has completed rigorous training and assessments to provide effective, long-lasting orthodontic solutions.
- Commitment to Excellence – Board-certified orthodontists continuously renew their certification, ensuring they are knowledgeable in the latest techniques and technology.
- Personalized Care – Certified orthodontists create individual treatment plans to enhance your smile, improve bite functionality, and align your jaw effectively—it’s never a one-size-fits-all approach.
2. “Are You the Only Doctor, or Are There Associate Doctors Making Treatment Decisions at Your Practice?”
We take great pride in having only one doctor running our practice, Dr. David Dayan. Other offices will have anywhere from 2-5 providers serving their patients (or more), which isn’t always a positive thing. Here are a few of the primary benefits of a single-doctor orthodontic practice:
- Better Understanding of Treatment: Dr. Dayan oversees your treatment from start to finish, which means he will get to know all of your habits, preferences, comfort levels, and concerns.
- Stronger Doctor-Patient Relationship: Kids, teens, and adults will all be able to build better trust with one primary orthodontic provider, which can make return visits feel much more familiar and comfortable.
- Smoother Scheduling and Appointments: Another positive aspect of a single-doctor practice is that there will never be concern about being forced to see a different doctor during emergency appointments, which can lead to varied opinions and make for a more confusing experience.
3. “How Many Locations Are You Affiliated With?”
One Love Orthodontics has only one Brooklyn location. This is a major contrast with corporate or chain offices—which you’ll probably encounter during your initial online search for a provider.
We want to discourage you from going in that direction for a process as profoundly important as orthodontic treatment. These offices can be far more focused on profits and cost-cutting than your treatment outcome. They also tend to have higher staff turnover and a wide range of reviews from the public—all stemming from inconsistent quality of care.
4. “What Are Your Treatment Options?”
Our office is proud to embrace the latest in orthodontic technology—meaning you may have more options than you think! When you first meet with Dr. Dayan for your consultation, he’ll probably review our primary alignment options for you based on his findings:
- Metal Braces: Our advanced self-ligating metal braces make treatment quicker, more comfortable, and completely personalized.
- Clear Braces: These work like metal braces but use tooth-colored brackets for a more discreet look.
- Clear Aligners: A nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth without brackets or wires using an advanced thermoplastic material called SmartTrack.
- Palatal Expanders: In some cases, we might need to adjust and widen your upper jaw, which can help teeth fit properly and create proper alignment with the lower jaw, as well as resolve airway obstructions in certain patients.
In our practice, the options don’t stop there—we want to ensure your smile looks perfect after active treatment concludes, so we offer the following:
- Retainers/Fixed Retainers: In addition to removable retainers, we also offer a fixed option that is installed behind the teeth, which can be a lower maintenance retention option for many people!
- Smile Design Enameloplasty: This is a cosmetic dental treatment involving a specialized buffing tool to reshape and recontour your teeth once they’ve been aligned.
- Teeth Whitening: Ensure your new smile is radiant with a separate whitening treatment in our office.
- Custom Night Guards: For patients who struggle with teeth clenching and grinding, a night guard is an ideal solution to protect teeth from unwanted pressure.
5. “What Are Your Financing Options?”
At One Love Orthodontics, we have an amazing office team and financial coordinator who works hard to ensure your insurance benefits are being utilized properly. They will file claims and communicate with your insurance company on your behalf. Our office is proudly in network with over twenty companies to accommodate as many patients as possible.
We will also partner with you to create a customized, interest-free payment plan that fits your needs best. Part of our mission is to make sure patients aren’t excluded from treatment due to unreasonable costs.
Brooklyn’s Very Best
Whatever questions you or a family member may have during your first visit, we want to remind you that they’re all valid! We never want a patient to leave our office with lingering questions or areas of concern. Come and see us soon!