Appointments needed for placement of braces:
1st appointment: X-rays, impressions, and spacers - Approximately one hour. After this appointment no gum or other sticky foods should be eaten.
2nd appointment: Consultation appointment and placement of the orthodontic appliances. Needs to be 1-2 weeks after placement of spacers. Will take approximately two hours.
After placement the braces will be adjusted approximately every 4-6 weeks, with extra appointments needed periodically to repair broken brackets or add more brackets. These appointments normally last 30-45 minutes.
After the braces are removed retainers will be placed to maintain the result achieved.
It is necessary that you have had a recent dental checkup before getting braces.
Dr. Martin is one of eleven board certified orthodontists in the Baton Rouge area. You can be assured that he will personally perform the following procedures in this office:
| Place the braces on your teeth |
| Bend and install all wires for the braces |
| Remove the braces at the end of treatment |
In order to provide you the best care possible these procedures will not be performed by orthodontic assistants.
Rick Martin, D.D.S.
