Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is treatment expected to take?
- Are there foods I cannot eat while I have braces?
- At what age should I schedule an appointment for an orthodontic screening?
- Can I drop my child off for their appointment?
- Can I schedule all of my appointments after school?
- Can I still play sports?
- Can I wear braces even if I have crowns or missing teeth?
- Can my child return to school the day that they receive their braces?
- Can orthodontic correction occur while a child has baby teeth?
- Do braces hurt?
- Do I need to see my family dentist while in braces?
- How much will braces cost? Are financing option available? And what about my insurance?
- How often should I brush my teeth while I have braces?
- How often will I have appointments?
- Is it required that my family dentist schedule my new patient visit at the Rapid City Orthodontics?
- Is it too late to have braces if I am an adult?
- What is a comfort visit? What happens if I break my wire or bracket?
- Why should I see an orthodontic specialist?
- Will I need to have teeth extracted for braces?
- Will my child need an expander?
- Will my child need full braces if he/she has Phase I treatment?
- Will my teeth straighten out as they grow?
