Blog - Hardie Orthodontics | Rancho Bernardo Ramona Escondido CA

For All Ages

Orthodontics for Children While there is no exact age for children to begin orthodontic treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting the orthodontist around age seven. By this age, most children have a mix of baby teeth and adult teeth, making it easier for the orthodontist to diagnose and correct tooth and jaw problems sooner and without surgery. Early treatment allows your orthodontist to: Correct and guide the growth of your child’s jaw to help the permanent teeth come in straight Regulate the width of the upper and lower arches Create more space for crowded teeth Avoid the need for

How to Choose an Orthodontist

Choosing an orthodontic practice to trust with the beauty of your smile or your child’s smile is an important decision. Orthodontic treatment has the potential to be a long process, so you’ll want to make sure you or your child are comfortable with the doctor and staff. Your orthodontic experience is something you’ll remember for the rest of your life, so make sure it’s something to smile about. Ask someone you trust for a recommendation. Selecting an orthodontist may seem like a daunting task for someone who has never been through it, so it’s a great idea to ask for a

Common Treatments

Crowding of the teeth Before After Patient started treatment at age 11 and wore braces for 26 months. He loves his new smile. Open bite – Front teeth don’t touch Before After Patient sucked her thumb as a young child. She started treatment at age 13. She had braces and a special appliance — called a crib — to retrain the tongue, for 28 months. Now she can bite the lettuce out of a sandwich. Deep overbite – Lower front teeth bite into palate Before After This adult patient, age 25, required braces and jaw surgery to correct his severe overbite,

Virtual Exams

Start your confident smile journey by requesting a free virtual consultation. Please complete the form below and one of our team members will reach out with how to take photos to start. Please note this form is for requesting a virtual consultation only. If you need to cancel or reschedule an existing appointment, or if you require immediate attention, please contact our practice directly.

ABO Certification

American Board of Orthodontics Doctor Certification The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) was founded in 1929. It is the oldest and most prestigious specialty board in dentistry. The ABO’s aim is to elevate the standards of the practice of orthodontia, to familiarize the public with its aim and ideals, and to protect the public against irresponsible and unqualified practitioners. The Board upholds four main objectives supported by its mission: To evaluate the knowledge and clinical skills of graduates of accredited orthodontic programs by conducting exams and conferring time-limited certificates To re-evaluate clinical knowledge and skills through administration of recertification exams throughout

Patient Forms

Please take a minute to print and fill out the patient information form before your first appointment: Patient Form (Child) Patient Form (Adult) If you’re unable to open PDF files, you can get Adobe Reader® for free.

Financial Information

The cost of your orthodontic treatment will vary depending on your individual needs and treatment plan. Our staff will discuss with you the cost of your treatment and each available payment plan option, so that you can make the best choice for you and your smile. We will work with you to create a payment plan that fits your budget, and you will know what to expect before beginning treatment. Affordable Payment Plans Your smile is yours forever, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to receive the best orthodontic care whenever you need it. **

Office Visits

Our greatest goal is to give you the healthy, straight, beautiful smile that you’ve always wanted. We understand that choosing to receive orthodontic care is a big decision, and we respect your reasons for wanting to improve the way you look and feel. Our practice will work with you every step of the way to make sure that your orthodontic care is as rewarding as possible. Our practice utilizes the latest technology, offering a variety of safe and gentle treatment options to give you the customized, individual care you deserve. Every smile starts with an initial consultation! Your initial consultation will

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