Your
First Visit.
Excited to meet you. Here's what to expect on your first visit to SmileHaus.
We are always excited about meeting new patients during your first visit to SmileHaus Orthodontics. Your initial appointment will consist of a thorough examination and discussing potential treatment options.
This important 30-minute visit will give us insight into your orthodontic needs. We know your time is valuable, so to expedite treatment, we may also reserve time following the exam for diagnostic records. The records include X-rays, photos, and impressions for study models, which are necessary to develop the appropriate treatment plan.
This additional appointment will last approximately one hour.
Questions we'll address
During the initial examination of each patient, we will address the following questions that cover the basics of orthodontic treatment. We encourage you to ask questions as well.
- Is there a condition that orthodontics can address?
- Is treatment needed now, or should treatment be delayed until appropriate growth, tooth eruption, or other factors have occurred?
- What treatment procedures will be used to correct the problem?
- Do any permanent teeth need to be removed?
- How long will treatment take?
- How much will it cost?
- What are my payment options?
While we can often answer these general questions about treatment during the initial examination, we will address specific areas after careful analysis of the diagnostic records. We feel it is important to analyze each patient's needs because in-depth planning leads to superior results and higher patient satisfaction.
We will then schedule a consultation visit to discuss treatment options, time frames, and financial arrangements. We insist that our patients leave the office with a clear understanding of their specific needs, what the treatment will consist of, and how long it will take. We will answer any additional questions at this visit.
Please bring to your first visit
- Any panoramic X-ray taken within the past six months.
- If you have orthodontic insurance, bring your insurance card. By providing this information on the first visit, we will be able to give you an estimate of your costs.
- Your completed AAO Adult registration form (or Child form for patients age 18 and under).
- A photo ID.
What it costs
Your initial consultation is complimentary. For payment options and insurance details, visit our financing page.
Complimentary consultation.
Meet Dr. Karla Thompson, review your goals and any records, and leave with a written treatment recommendation — at no cost.
- Clinical exam with Dr. Karla Thompson
- Treatment options discussion
- Written cost estimate
- Insurance benefits verified for you
Thanks — we'll be in touch within one business day.
If your question is time-sensitive, call us at (626) 788-5911.