Conveniently located in Davis Square, our office is committed to providing high quality orthodontic treatment in a caring, friendly environment. We offer-state-of-the-art 3D analysis and 3D digital scans of the teeth. We use digital simulations to create beautiful smiles that are customized to your specefic needs for braces, Invisalign , TMJ, implants, impacted teeth.

Dr. Butt is a Board certified Orthodontist with integrity and caring attitude. He continuously strives to provide all his patients with the most comprehensive and advanced orthodontic treatment available with the latest technology. Dr. Butt has a wonderful personality and welcomes new patients to the practice.

With over 30 years of professional experience, we have come to realize that that each one of us is unique. Therefore, we offer a broad array of orthodontic services which are customized to your individual needs. Every case is approached with a personalized plan that fits your treatment needs, budget and time frame. We believe everyone deserves a smile that they are proud of. Our goal is to see that you get the smile you deserve.

Dr. M. H. Butt graduated in 1980 from University of Nairobi with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree. He practiced Public Health Dentistry from 1980 to 1984. In 1985, he received a Masters degree in Public Health from Harvard School of Public Health.

From 1985 to 1986 Dr. Butt was a Research Fellow at the Department of Orthodontics in Indiana University. Later, from 1986 to 1988 he was a Post Doctoral Fellow at the Department of Orthodontics in the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. In 1988 he was awarded a Certificate in Orthodontics from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Forsyth Dental Center. In 1991 he graduated Magna Cum Laude in D.M.D. from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. In the same year, he started a private practice in Marshfield, Massachusetts. In 2001 he opened a second practice in Somerville

Dr. Butt has also been associated as an Orthodontic Consultant and Practitioner with several Dental Group Practices in Greater Metropolitan Boston area over the past twelve years. Dr. Butt is an active member of the American Dental Association, American Orthodontic Association, Massachusetts Dental Society and Massachusetts Society of Orthodontics.

attempt to reinsert the wire with a pair of needle nosed pliers or tweezers. If the wire is not sticking you, place a piece of wax over the area. If the wire is sticking you and wax does not help, the wire can be cut with a small wire cutter or nail clipper close to the back of the last brace. This is a last resort if professional help is unavailable.

it usually remains connected to the main wire and is not cause for an emergency visit. Tweezers can be used to reposition the brace if it flips around the wire and becomes a source of irritation. Call our office at your earliest convenience. It may be necessary to schedule a separate visit to repair the loose brace(s), since repairs of this nature usually take additional time.

we generally recommend that you take an analgesic such as acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) or ibuprofen (e.g., Advil, Motrin). This, of course, is the protocol only if there are no known allergies to these medications. Rinsing with Peroxyl or a cup of warm water and teaspoon of salt can also be soothing.

that usually means there is a local area of inflammation. Continue to keep the area clean by brushing, flossing and rinsing with Listerine. If a particular area is painful or you notice a bump of any sort, you should address this to your orthodontist as soon as possible.

No, it is not. Most of our patients are referred by their family dentist, however many patients are concerned about their health and appearance, and take the initiative to schedule themselves for an examination to have their need for orthodontic care evaluated.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age seven. By this age, the six-year molars and several permanent teeth in most children have erupted allowing the doctors to effectively evaluate most developing orthodontic problems early.

No, most probably they will not. The space available for the front teeth does not increase as a child grows. In most people, after the permanent 6-year molars erupt, the space available for the front teeth actually decreases with age.

Upon arriving each patient and parent will be seen by one of our treatment coordinators who will acclimate you to our clinic and prepare for the initial exam. Necessary photographs, study models and x-rays will be taken to allow us to make a proper diagnosis.

Removing teeth is sometimes needed to get the best orthodontic result. Straight teeth and a balanced facial profile are always the goal. However, because todays technology has resulted in advanced orthodontic procedures, the need for removing teeth has been greatly reduced.

Treatment time obviously depends on each patients specific orthodontic problem. In general, treatment times range from 6 to 24 months. An average time a person is in braces is approximately 15 months.

It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until Dr. Butt has actually examined you or your child. The exact cost and financial options will be discussed at the initial examination. We have many financing options available to meet most needs and we will be happy to review them with you.We file insurance on the patients behalf, and also offer a discount for fees paid in full at the beginning of treatment. Proper orthodontic treatment to correct a problem is often less costly than the additional dental care required to treat the more serious problems that can develop in later years.

We are very understanding of busy schedules and working parents desires to run errands while their child is at our office. On some occasions Dr. Butt may want to speak with parents when they return, so we request that parents check in with their patient manager before dropping off their child.

Generally, braces do not hurt. After some visits, teeth may be sore for a few days. In these situations, pain medications such as Advil or Tylenol can be used to 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 breakfast, lunch (or as soon as they get home from school), supper, and before going to bed. We will show each patient how to floss their teeth with braces on, and may also provide a prescription for a special fluoride gel to help protect teeth. You may also see the Brushing & Flossing Information for helpful information.

Yes. Some orthodontic problems are significant enough to require early intervention. 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, when needed, is usually initiated on children between the ages of seven and 10. Phase One treatment usually takes about 12-21 months. There are several primary objectives for Phase One treatment.

It is best to assume that your child will need full braces even after Phase One treatment. The period of time 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 as to any future treatment recommendations.

Teeth and sometimes entire facial structures are permanently changed by orthodontic treatment. It is very important that the treatment be appropriate and properly completed. Orthodontic specialists, like Dr. Butt, have extensive and specialized training that enables them to provide all types of orthodontic patients with professional and state of the art treatments.

Yes. A tooth with a crown will move just like a tooth with a simple filling. When teeth are missing, orthodontic treatment will aid in the alignment of the remaining teeth so that the space where the teeth are missing can be properly restored.