{"id":1569,"date":"2015-12-09T08:00:33","date_gmt":"2015-12-09T08:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/?p=1569"},"modified":"2015-12-09T08:00:33","modified_gmt":"2015-12-09T08:00:33","slug":"what-to-expect-at-your-first-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ortegaortho.com\/blog\/2015\/12\/09\/what-to-expect-at-your-first-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect at Your First Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If it\u2019s time for you to begin orthodontic treatment, you may be nervous about the process and road ahead. As your Jacksonville orthodontist, we want you to rest easy knowing that orthodontics is one of the best investments you can make for the overall dental and wellbeing of you or your children. To get started at the time of your initial visit, please provide the following information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A completed health history form<\/li>\n<li>Your insurance information<\/li>\n<li>Any recent x-rays from your general dentist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a panoramic radiograph from your general dentist, our office will take one to be thoroughly reviewed to determine your best course of treatment. If orthodontic treatment is recommended, one of our staff members will discuss our flexible payment options, fees, and appointment schedules with you to get started. After your initial exam, a complete diagnostic record will be compiled to include photographs of your face and teeth, necessary x-rays, impressions or an iTero scan, and bite registrations. You can complete your diagnostics during your initial exam if you choose.<\/p>\n<p>After your diagnostic records have been compiled and analyzed, you\u2019ll meet for your consultation with the orthodontist. Here you will be able to discuss treatment options designed specifically for your case and ask any questions you may have about your orthodontic treatment plan.<\/p>\n<p>Beginning your orthodontic treatment and your road to a healthier and more confident smile doesn\u2019t need to be complicated. At Ortega Orthodontics, we\u2019re here to help you along every step of the way. Give us a call to schedule your first appointment today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If it\u2019s time for you to begin orthodontic treatment, you may be nervous about the process and road ahead. As your Jacksonville orthodontist, we want you to rest easy knowing that orthodontics is one of the best investments you can make for the overall dental and wellbeing of you or your children. 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