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You may have noticed lately that some online direct-to-consumer orthodontic companies have been making orthodontic treatment sound cheap and easy. While it may sound great to save money and buy your orthodontic treatment directly online…the reality is you aren’t getting the treatment for less. You are simply purchasing a product and opting out of the many important aspects that make orthodontics work. The money you save today may end up costing you more in future corrective action. 

Orthodontic treatment involves the movement of biological material, which if not done correctly could lead to potentially irreversible and expensive damage such as tooth and gum loss, changed bites, and other issues.

If you are researching orthodontic treatment, here are a few questions you may want to consider:

• Are you comfortable starting orthodontic treatment without comprehensive diagnostic records?

• Are you comfortable with orthodontic treatment that does not involve any in-person visits with an orthodontist?

• Do you know if your teeth and gums are healthy enough for orthodontic treatment?

• What are the possible risks (financial, health, etc.) associated with your orthodontic treatment?

• Who is responsible for detecting any issues that may occur during your orthodontic treatment?

• If an emergency arises during your treatment, how will it be handled and who will be responsible for handling it?

Orthodontic treatment is a major medical procedure. This is precisely why orthodontists, like Dr. Quest and Dr. Johnson, are required to undergo extensive training and education before they can begin performing treatment. Remember…orthodontic treatment is not a product or device. Orthodontic treatment is a professional, medical service. When your care is personally supervised by an orthodontist who is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, you are assured that your orthodontist spent years in a post-doctoral residency program and has continued to focus only on providing orthodontic treatment to patients.

Before making any decision about orthodontic treatment, we strongly encourage you to schedule a complimentary orthodontic consultation with Quest Johnson Orthodontics. Our team sincerely cares about your smile, and we will take the time to discuss the pros and cons of all your treatment options with you.