If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced orthodontist in Evanston, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality orthodontic care. Our office uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and cutting edge technology and we uphold the strictest sterilization techniques. We know that many people may feel anxious about coming to the orthodontist, so it is our goal to make your visit as pleasant as possible. We view it as our mission to educate our patients about all of their treatment options and to help guide them to choose a treatment plan that is most suitable and appropriate for their needs.
Your orthodontic treatment plan's cost will vary depending on your individual needs. Our friendly staff is available to discuss your treatment with you, as well as our payment plan options. This way, you can make the choice that fits your needs best and can understand exactly what you should expect from treatment.
We want to make it possible for you to receive top of the line orthodontic care regardless of your budget. Our practice accepts most major credit cards and our staff is happy to help you submit your insurance claims and paperwork.
A healthy, functional and attractive smile requires teeth that are straight and jaws that are well aligned. With orthodontic treatment you can correct the cosmetic and functional problems associated with teeth that are either overcrowded, have spaces between them, or that have shifted over time due to extractions, habits, or abnormal bite patterns. Orthodontics can also address skeletal discrepancies between the upper and lower jaws.
Orthodontic treatment ranges from the minor movement of a few teeth to the alignment of an entire bite. In certain situations, orthodontics may also be used to align the teeth before and after the surgical correction of severe jaw discrepancies.
Orthodontics utilizes the principles of physics to slowly move teeth into their proper positions. This is performed by using a selection of corrective appliances, including braces, clear aligners, and retainers. Designed to apply incremental and controlled forces to move the teeth in the desired direction, these appliances are adjusted on a regular basis throughout the course of care. Once a malocclusion is corrected and the teeth are completely aligned, retainers are placed to help ensure that the result remains stable.
Orthodontic treatment time depends on the patients age, the severity of the malocclusion and the unique needs of each particular case. Some corrections can be accomplished in a few months while others can take a few years. However, for many malocclusions the average length of orthodontic treatment time is 24 months.