You may have noticed that our doctors specialize in “orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.” While most people have heard of orthodontics, many are confused by the dentofacial orthopedics part of the title.
Every orthodontist starts out in dental school. Upon completion of dental school, some graduates immediately go into practice as dentists. Others choose to pursue a specialty, which requires additional schooling during a two- to three-year residency program. There are nine specialties sanctioned by the American Dental Association. Some you are likely familiar with: pediatric dentistry (dentistry for children), periodontics (dentistry focusing on the gums), and oral surgery.
“Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics” is one of the nine specialties. Essentially, while orthodontics entails the management of tooth movement, dentofacial orthopedics involves the guidance of facial growth and development, which occurs largely during childhood. Appliances are frequently used — the more familiar braces for orthodontics, and other specialized appliances like headgear and expanders depending on what facial abnormalities are present. Sometimes orthopedic treatment may precede conventional braces, but often the two are used at the same time. So if your child gets braces and headgear, he's actually undergoing orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.
Being skilled in both areas, our doctors are able to diagnose any misalignments in the teeth and jaw as well as the facial structure, and can devise a treatment plan that integrates both orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatments.
Dentofacial Orthopedics Reviews
Very pleased with my experience at O’Leary Orthodontics. My Invisalign braces are working beautifully to straighten my teeth. Dr O’Leary & all of his staff a very kind, friendly, & professional.
We love O’Leary orthodontics! The staff is courteous and friends and Dr O is the best!
I would definitely recommend O’Leary orthodontics. Customer service skills is A1. The staff is amazing.. They make you feel at home they make you feel welcome. They always smile and I never saw none of the staff upset or look angry or talk down to you even if you have a payment issue they try to solve it so it can meet your needs. I really love this place. Thank you all Larry orthodontics. You guys are amazing.
I highly recommend O’Leary Orthodontics! From the moment you walk in, the staff is friendly and welcoming,. The office is exceptionally clean and well-maintained.The level of service is excellent, and the entire team demonstrates professionalism. They take the time to explain procedures and ensured my daughter felt at ease. Extremely pleased with the service.
My daughter got her orthodontic treatment at O’Learys and they made it such an easy, seamless experience. The staff is wonderful. I would recommend O’Leary’s to anyone.
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