The process of orthodontic treatment

1, the first initial consultation with the doctor, tell the doctor their dental problems, the most want the doctor to solve the problem. 2, the doctor after the initial examination to tell the general situation and may need to correct the time, the number of times (in general, extraction orthodontic treatment takes about two years or two and a half years; non-extraction orthodontic treatment takes about a year to a year and a half). 3, take orthodontic treatment related information (take models, x-ray film or take CBCT film). 4, agreed to the next orthodontic treatment plan time (the doctor based on your dental model and x-ray, comprehensive analysis, so as to design a personalized treatment plan. 4. Make an appointment for the next orthodontic treatment plan (the doctor will design a personalized treatment plan based on a comprehensive analysis of your dental model and x-rays). 5. Discuss the treatment plan: The doctor will tell the patient all the issues of greatest concern to the patient, such as whether to extract teeth, the number of extractions, the location of extractions, orthodontic treatment time, orthodontic treatment cost, whether to have double orthodontic treatment, and whether to have surgery. If there are multiple treatment options involved, the doctor will tell the pros and cons of each treatment option, and the final option will be chosen by the patient or the patient’s parents.6. After the doctor and patient agree, sign the informed consent form.7. Formally begin orthodontic treatment.