We look forward to meeting you on your first visit to one of our Alliance Orthodontics offices. During this time, we will help you get acquainted with our office and learn about your orthodontic treatment.

We understand that each patients orthodontic treatment is different, and we promise to give you the personal attention you deserve. Your first orthodontic visit will consist of an examination and discussion of potential treatment options. This important visit will address your orthodontic needs to determine if this is the proper time to begin treatment. At Alliance Orthodontics, your first visit is always complimentary.

We will then discuss time frames for treatment and financial arrangements. We insist that our patients leave the office with a clear understanding of their specific needs, what the treatment will consist of and how long it will take. Also, we will answer any additional questions.

Dr. Eatmon received his undergraduate degree in biology from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. He later received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, before completing his orthodontic residency at Howard University in Washington, D.C. As a native Atlantan, Dr. Eatmon looks forward to serving you and your family.

Dr. Eatmon is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, the Southern Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association and the Georgia Dental Association. He has lectured at numerous local schools and healthcare organizations as well as written articles for a variety of publications concerning dental health. He is an active member of his church and has served there as the President of the Board of Directors and as a leader of the marrieds, singles and teen ministries.

Dr. Raglin earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University College of Dentistry and her undergraduate degree in Biology from Valdosta State University. She then completed her residency in dentistry at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and worked as a general dentist in the Atlanta metropolitan area for over 8 years. Later, she completed her Orthodontic Residency at Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics.

Dr. Raglin is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, and truly loves serving the people of her hometown. She constantly attends new continuing educational courses that relate to field of orthodontics because she knows that these courses will help to ensure her patients receive the highest quality treatment using the most advanced methods available.

Dr. Cooper earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University and his undergraduate degree from Tuskegee University. He has served the greater Atlanta area since 2005 and continues to learn new ways to enhance his patients dental experience with continuing education courses throughout the year. He is also an active member of numerous dental organizations such as the Georgia Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the National Dental Association.

When away from the office, he enjoys sporting events, fishing, and listening to music. Most importantly, he cherishes spending time with his beautiful family. For your dental needs in the Tucker area, please visit this link: RoderickCooperDDS.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age 7. By this age, several permanent teeth in most children have erupted, allowing us to effectively evaluate your orthodontic condition.

Upon arriving, each patient and parent will be seen by the staff and doctor who will acclimate you to our office and prepare for the initial exam. We will take the necessary photographs and X-rays to allow us to make a proper diagnosis. The doctor will then complete a brief, but thorough, exam.

Removing teeth is sometimes required to achieve the best orthodontic result. Straight teeth and a balanced facial profile are the goal of orthodontics. However, because new technology has provided advanced orthodontic procedures, removing teeth is not always necessary for orthodontic treatment.

Treatment time obviously depends on each patients specific orthodontic problem. In general, treatment times range from 18 to 30 months. The average time frame a person is in braces is approximately 24 months.

It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until we have examined you. We will cover the exact cost and financial options during the initial examination. We have many financing options available to accommodate your needs, and we will review these with you. We will also review your insurance policy and help to maximize your benefit and file your claims.

Yes. We understand your busy schedule, and we are happy to help you make the most of your time. On some occasions, we may request to speak with a parent when they return, so we ask that parents check in with the front desk before dropping off their child.

Generally, braces do not hurt. After certain visits, teeth may be sore for a few days. In these situations, pain medications such as Advil or Tylenol will ease the discomfort. However, after most visits, patients do not feel any soreness at all! We often remind our patients, It does not have to hurt to work!

Patients should brush their teeth at least four times each day after each meal and before going to bed. We will show each patient how to floss their teeth with braces and may also provide a prescription for a special fluoride, if necessary.

Yes. Some orthodontic problems are significant enough to require early intervention. In fact, most pre-teens are ready for treatment even if they have several baby teeth present. However, if a patient is not yet ready for treatment, we will follow that patients growth and development until the time is right for treatment to begin.

Phase One treatment, if necessary, is usually initiated on children between the ages of 7 and 10. Phase One treatment usually lasts about 12-18 months. The primary objective for Phase One treatment is to address significant problems to prevent them from becoming more severe and to improve self-esteem and self-image.

It is best to assume that your child will need full braces even after Phase One treatment. The period following Phase One treatment is called the resting period, during which growth and tooth eruption are closely monitored. Throughout this period, parents and patients will be kept informed of future treatment recommendations.

A surprising percentage of our patients are adults. In fact, over 25 percent of all orthodontic patients are adults. Health, happiness and self-esteem are vitally important to adults. No patient is too old to wear braces!

Teeth, and sometimes entire facial structures, are permanently changed by orthodontic treatment. It is important that the treatment be appropriate and properly completed. Orthodontic specialists have extensive and specialized training that enables them to provide their patients with professional, personalized treatments.