'My daughter and I were just there in the Lowell office Monday for her to get her braces put on. She was a little nervous so every time they went to go put a piece on to her teeth she would start to hum kind of like a song. The staff knew she was nervous and told her she was the first one to give them a song while they did the braces and she was no longer nervous. They do great with her. Now she can 't wait to get the rest of the braces put on. Definitely take your children here if they need braces. They 'll do great work, love them.'

Orthodontic treatment improves childrens dental and overall long-term health by correcting malocclusions that occur as a result of tooth or jaw misalignment. According to studies by the American Association of Orthodontists, untreated malocclusions (crooked/misaligned teeth or a poor bite) can result in a variety of problems. A few examples of what can go wrong are:

Treatment occurs during a young childs active growth years, before skeletal problems are firmly set. Treatment plans are designed to guide and enhance a childs own natural growth to establish proper upper and lower jaw development. An upper or lower jaw that is growing too much or not enough or is too wide or too narrow can be discovered when a child is very young. Because they are growing rapidly, children can benefit enormously from orthopedic (bone correction) orthodontic treatment.

After interceptive care, when most of the permanent teeth have erupted, braces are employed to complete the alignment of both the jaws and permanent teeth for proper function and excellent aesthetics. This phase may last 6 to 24 months depending on the childs growth and development and the complexity of the treatment.

Invisalign now offers aligners for designed with features specifically for younger patients with a mixture of primary/baby and permanent teeth. Invisalign First treatment includes the same proven technology, comfort, and convenience, making it possible for doctors to deliver the outcomes Invisalign providers and patients have come to expect from Invisalign clear aligners.

Youre not alone in wanting that perfect smile more adults are seeking orthodontic treatment now than ever before. An attractive smile is an asset which will help you in both your personal and professional life. It is one of the best investments you can make for your self-confidence, self-image, and your overall health.

Your RTO orthodontic team is here to listen to you, answer your questions, and understand your needs and orthodontic goals. Whether youre looking to fix changes in your bite, teeth crowding or spacing, or any other orthodontic problems youre dealing with were here to help. Together, well create an orthodontic treatment plan that is customized to you and your needs.

'I went to RTO on the glowing recommendation of my dentist. Boy was he right! Dr. Steve and all the techs at RTO have been amazing! They are always considerate, conscientious, efficient, and among the friendliest professionals I 've met. In less than a year and for the first time in my life, my mouth, which was a mess, looks normal! I get my braces off next month!'

New orthodontic treatments are constantly being developed. Todays braces are smaller, more cosmetically pleasing, more resilient, and more comfortable than the appliances used in past years. In addition to new treatments, new materials have been developed so that treatment time is minimized. In some instances, removable clear aligners like Invisalign and Straight Teeth NOW! may be used to move teeth.

After digital photographs and a digital X-ray are taken, the doctor will evaluate your orthodontic case. Your initial visit, including radiographs and photos, is complimentary. As with orthodontics for children, we design an individual treatment plan for each patient, implementing a range of orthodontic techniques and appliances to meet specific needs. We will discuss your orthodontic needs with you and help you choose the best treatment option for your lifestyle.

At RTO, we always want to start orthodontic treatment when it is most effective, and for many patients, this is between the ages of 12 and 16. This is because they now have enough teeth to support the orthodontic appliances, and their growth and development have been adequately established to be predictable. Thats why orthodontics is something classically associated with teenagers, even though we treat patients from all age groups children through adults.

The key to orthodontic success is to start the orthodontic treatment at the optimal time of dental and skeletal development and emotional maturity. There is not a one-size-fits-all approach to braces or clear aligners like Invisalign or RTOs Straight Teeth NOW!, its a highly individual task and is different for each teenager. These orthodontics cases, which are far and away the most common, are completed in a single phase of care; braces or clear aligners are worn for the appropriate time period, usually 12-24 months, and the results are superb.

'Sensational experience for my daughter. Not knowing a thing about braces when we first walked through the door; now we are professionals! Everyone is super polite and accommodating. They make you feel like family. You don 't feel like a number. They make the kids feel so at home and walk them through everything. My daughter is super sensitive and they were fantastic with her! Excellent customer service and friendly staff! Can 't say enough good things about them! Love it here. Phase one complete, see you soon for phase two!'

At each of our four offices Acton, Billerica, Lowell, and Westford, MA we believe that our patients and our staff are all part of the RTO family. The Doctors and Staff at RTO will guide you through all of your orthodontic needs with kindness and understanding. We will do everything we can to ensure that you have the best care available in an environment that will leave you smiling every time.

Dr. John (Jay) Reichheld, Jr., Dr. Stephen Reichheld, Dr. Brian L. Ting, Dr. Steve Jr., and Dr. Tim Reichheld are members of the American Association of Orthodontics and are committed to excellence in your orthodontic care. RTO has been caring for patients for over 50 years; the doctors have had a positive impact on thousands of children and adults.Caring for a second generation of patients is very satisfying!