The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening at age seven. 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 12 to 30 months. The average time frame a person is in braces is approximately 22 months.

It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until we have examined you. We will discuss the exact cost and financing 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 benefits as well as 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 he or she returns, so we ask that parents check in with our staff 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 dayafter each meal and before going to bed. We will show each patient how to floss his or her teeth with braces and use their toothbrush properly.

If your braces are causing extreme pain or if something breaks, you should call our office immediately. In some cases, we can address these issues over the telephone. We want you to be comfortable, and we encourage you to call us anytime you have a concern.

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 every six months, until the time is right for treatment to begin.

Phase-One treatment, if necessary, is usually initiated for children between the ages of seven and 10. Phase-One treatment lasts about 12-21 months. The primary objective for Phase-One treatment is to address significant structural 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 or observation 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, 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.

Wright Orthodontics is committed to creating beautiful smiles for every patient while exceeding expectations during the process. Each individual is important to us and respected for their individual needs and desires.

Exceptional Orthodontics: Creating healthy, beautiful smiles is the essence of our mission. You will receive the highest standard of care from Dr. Marc S. Wright and his well-trained team in a state-of-the-art facility. Patients enjoy the highest quality orthodontic appliances with the most current, research-driven orthodontic methods and techniques. Digital imaging, as well as computer illustrated explanations, makes orthodontic treatment easy to understand.

Exceptional Atmosphere: We have a personable, professional, and highly qualified team to address your orthodontic needs. We promise you a warm smile, friendly greeting, and a professional environment.

Our practice is designed to give our patients a place to truly enjoy every step of their journey towards a healthier and more beautiful smile. We also offer the most advanced orthodontic solutions, such as braces, two-phase treatment, SureSmile, iTero scanner, Zoom teeth whitening, and more.

Dr. Marc S. Wright has been providing quality Orthodontic care to Georgia residents for many years. Dr. Wright, an original native of Kingston, Jamaica, always knew he had a passion and love for Orthodontics and patient care. After successfully completing his Doctorate of Dental Surgery, he pursued his post-graduate specialty in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Howard University in Washington, D.C.

Dr. Wright relocated to Atlanta, Georgia where he opened the doors of Wright Orthodontics Atlanta and Marietta. Over the years, the success of both practices positioned him as one of Georgias most trusted Orthodontists. Dr. Wright prides himself on providing each patient he treats; whether children, teens, or adults with a customized treatment plan using digital Orthodontics. With the new digital direction for treatment and the growing demand for clear aligners, Dr. Wright earned the prestigious honor of becoming a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider. The Diamond classification is the highest status that an Orthodontist can achieve. He is uniquely positioned in the top 1% worldwide for Invisalign providers. Dr. Wright is also a certified SureSmile Orthodontist, offering robotically bent, patient-specific archwires for braces using virtual simulations and advanced 3-D imaging, creating beautiful smiles in optimal time.

Dr. Wright was recently ranked by ThreeBest Rated as one of the top three Orthodontists in Atlanta. He received this accolade largely on strong patient satisfaction, superior ratings, advanced technology, trust, and overall excellence.

In addition to staying at the forefront of Orthodontics, Dr. Wright proudly formed The ProjectWrightSmiles Program where he volunteers his professional services to children in the community who do not have access to Orthodontic treatment.

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