09/18/2026
What actually happens at your first orthodontic visit? 👀🦷✨
Whether the consultation is for you or your child, the first visit is really about getting to know you, your smile, and your goals. 🤍😁
We’ll talk about your concerns 💬, evaluate the teeth and bite 🦷, look at the jaws and facial proportions, and review any photos, digital scans, or X-rays that may be appropriate 📸✨. All of this helps us see the bigger picture and determine what—if anything—your smile needs.
For growing children 👧🧒, timing can be especially important. We’re not only looking at how straight the teeth are—we’re also evaluating growth, jaw relationships, eruption of permanent teeth, available space, and developing bite problems. 🌱🦷
Sometimes the right recommendation is simply to monitor growth and wait. ⏳ Other times, early treatment may be appropriate, and options can include an expander or other orthodontic appliances depending on the individual diagnosis. ✨
For teens and adults, we’ll discuss whether braces or clear aligners may be appropriate 😁💕, along with your personalized treatment plan, estimated treatment time, financial options, and insurance information.
There is no one-size-fits-all treatment plan. 🤍 The goal is to recommend the right treatment at the right time for your individual smile. ✨
📌 Save this before your first orthodontic consultation or share it with someone who has been wondering what to expect. 💌🦷
Ready to learn more about your smile? 😊 I’d love to meet you for a consultation at one of our five Chicagoland locations. ✨
📍 33 N. Dearborn St, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602
📞 (773) 880-5300
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.DrEmiliaTaneva.com
