A strong consultation should explain the problem, whether aligners are appropriate, what alternatives exist, what the plan includes and what happens if the teeth do not track exactly as predicted.
A strong consultation should explain the problem, whether aligners are appropriate, what alternatives exist, what the plan includes and what happens if the teeth do not track exactly as predicted.
This guide is written for Maple Ridge patients as decision support. It cannot determine suitability for treatment without an examination and appropriate records.
Diagnosis is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Records is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Treatment alternatives is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Fees and refinements is one of the practical factors that can change diagnosis, appliance choice, treatment timing or the way progress is monitored. It should be discussed in the context of the whole case rather than treated as an isolated checklist item.
Workflows vary. A scan may be taken when clinically appropriate, but a scan is not a substitute for diagnosis.
Yes. Understand what additional aligners and finishing are included.
Insurance information, relevant dental history and a list of questions can help make the visit more productive.