Welcome to our office! Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by one of our scheduling coordinators, Janice or Sharon. They will be delighted to assist you with signing into our automated check-in system. Also at this time, they will ask you for the patient information forms that you received in the mail and had filled out prior to coming into the office.

One of our licensed dental assistants will take digital photographs of your face and teeth. You will then be escorted to the consultation room to meet with Dr. Bridgham where he will do an exam and review your photographs.

The initial appointment is a preliminary examination to determine if there is a need for orthodontic treatment. We understand that each patient comes to our office with different needs and expectations about orthodontics. That's why we've set aside a special time, during your first visit, to get to know one another and discuss your questions and concerns. Please allow 40 minutes for your complimentary visit.

If treatment is indicated, we will be happy to review the financial aspect of your care. Though fees will be based on individual cases, we offer a variety of affordable payment options. In order to assist you in receiving your maximum orthodontic insurance benefit, our office manager, Amy, will be happy to work with you in processing and submitting your claim. At this time, Amy will schedule a diagnostic records appointment, which consists of two X-rays and diagnostic models. This work up will enable Dr. Bridgham to specifically determine your treatment needs. The following appointment will be with a treatment coordinator and Dr. Bridgham. Your treatment will be discussed in great detail, and we will be happy to answer any further questions or concerns you may have regarding your treatment.

For our younger patients who may require little or no treatment at the present time, careful evaluation should nevertheless be made. Dr. Bridgham will check the overall skeletal growth and dental eruption pattern. In some cases, limited interceptive treatment may be indicated or Dr. Bridgham may prefer to wait for more development and growth before starting with full orthodontic treatment.