Visits

Getting Started
Initial Visit
At the first visit, the doctor will examine the general condition of the jaws and teeth. If treatment is needed at this time, an appointment for full diagnostic records will be scheduled. Should a child not be ready for treatment at the initial appointment but may need treatment in the future, we will set up a recall appointment to monitor growth and development.  A letter outlining the doctor's preliminary findings will be forwarded to your child's general dentist.   There is no charge for this initial visit.  You do not need a direct referral to set up an initial evaluation.  

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child be evaluated at age 7, even if the general dentist has not made such a recommendation.  This is an excellent time to start monitoring a child's growth patterns and to recognize the development of early problems such as small jaw structure or improper bites. Some children will benefit from early interceptive treatment. For children who do not need early treatment, full orthodontic treatment can be started later and accomplished in one comprehensive phase.  

  Records
Orthodontic records consist of study casts of the teeth, facial and dental photographs, and two specialized orthodontic x-rays. These records allow our team of  orthodontists to formulate a full diagnosis and treatment plan which will be presented to you at the consultation appointment. The records are done in our So. Burlington, Essex and Middlebury offices due to the specific x-ray equipment needed. (All other appointments can be scheduled in the most convenient office for you.)
  Consultation
 During the consultation appointment, you will receive extensive information about the records, treatment recommendations, patient responsibilities and expectations, estimated treatment time, fee, and payment options. This appointment is typically presented by the treatment coordinator and the doctor. It is an important appointment for the patient and family members.
Monitoring Growth and Development
  Pre-Orthodontic Guidance Program
 The timing of treatment is very important in obtaining an ideal result.  Assessment of facial growth and supervision of eruption of permanent teeth helps to achieve results which may otherwise be unattainable if treatment were initiated after the jaws have completed growth.  The Pre-Orthodontic Guidance program is free of charge to all family members requiring tooth guidance until they start their active orthodontic treatment.
  Family Care Program
 When a family member is established with our practice, we feel a responsibility to the entire family to avoid, reduce or correct any potential orthodontic problems.  We provide all family members with an orthodontic examination at no charge.  We see family members at all ages and find it advantageous to the younger family members to examine them by age seven, if possible.  There is no obligation on your part to have treatment, it's just our way of making sure that everything is all right.
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Associates in Orthodontics, P.C.
1-800-750-1000
David J. Angus, D.M.D., M.S.D.
Theodore Librizzi, D.D.S.
Jeffrey Blasius, D.M.D., M.D.S., M.P.H.

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