We welcome the opportunity to become acquainted with new patients when they first visit our office. Dr. Ive and his staff members understand that every patient is unique and that personalized attention to each individual’s needs is part of our practice mission. There are usually THREE STEPS to getting started with orthodontic treatment although the visits as outlined below, when appropriate, can be combined for your convenience.

The initial EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT will consist of a thorough orthodontic evaluation, a discussion of your concerns, a determination of need for orthodontic correction and an outline of potential treatment options. At this appointment, we will address the following questions:

• Is there an orthodontic condition?
• If so, what is it and what are the effects on current and future dental and oral health?
• Can it be corrected?
• When is the best time to begin such correction in order to accomplish it in the most efficient and effective manner?
• How long will treatment take?
• What is an estimate of the cost of treatment and what are the payment options?

So that we can best serve your needs, please bring the following to this first office visit:

• Any panoramic or full mouth X-rays taken within the last six months
• Information regarding any orthodontic insurance benefits you may have
• A completed health history and examination form that you can print by clicking HERE

Our practice is based on thorough orthodontic diagnosis and careful treatment planning. This we regard as the foundation for superior results and high patient satisfaction. Accordingly, the next step is a RECORDS APPOINTMENT at which we will take dental impressions, photographs and any necessary X-rays. After the doctors have studied and analyzed these records, they will work out a detailed recommended treatment plan. At the next TREATMENT DISCUSSION appointment, they will review this plan with you, outline the appropriate time frame, address any further questions or concerns you may have, finalize financial arrangements, and with your approval, schedule appointments to begin treatment.

You can arrange for the first of these office visits, the EXAMINATION APPOINTMENT, by calling us at (425) 483-2828. We look forward to speaking with you and to meeting you in person!