The process of orthodontic treatments in Dr. András Kocsis Orthodontic Centre
We would like to give you an overview about the process of orthodontic treatments in Dr. András Kocsis Orthodontic Centre. Orthodontic procedures come with a high quality service and special care. It is important to note that our priority is not to sell you an appliance. We seek the best possible outcome and our priority is you to be satisfied with the result. Most of our specialists have more than 20 years of experience who – in case it is necessary – consult about your case with doctors of related professions (dentoalveolar surgery, periodontology, prosthesis, aesthetic dentistry, mandibular, speech therapy) which gives precision to each procedures and adjustments. In general, cases that can be treated with orthodontic procedure alone are rare. To reach achievable results it is imperative to explore the causes of disorders and abnormalities. This gives significance to treatments that combine related professions. You do not pay for the short period of time you spend in our clinic but for the hours of background consultation and professional work. With this flow diagram we would like to make clear and comprehensible the professional content of each appointment.
1st appointment
Consultation
1st appointment
Consultation
Consultation with the orthodontic specialist
- first impression on the necessity of the treatment
- course and time frame of procedure
- needs assessment
- general information on possible treatments
- questions and answers
- treatment plan not yet presented to patient
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Diagnostics, status assessment to reveal the necessity of treatment
- X-rays are taken
- impressions are taken either by applying elastic materials or by using a 3D oral scanner (Zirkonzahn Detection-Eye oral-scanner)
- 2D and 3D measurements are carried out (OnyxCeph orthodontic software)
- photos are taken
Consultation between specialists
- orthodontic specialist considers and plans the treatment lasting even several years; consults with other specialists of related professions (e.g. dento-alveolar surgeon)
- personalized treatment plan is elaborated
- crucial in your life
- making a precise diagnosis and plan requires background work that is the most time-consuming phase of the whole treatment
Next appointment
Treatment plan
Next appointment
Treatment plan
Consultation with the orthodontic specialist
- detailed treatment plan is presented and discussed with the patient
- decision on the means of the treatment; the optimal appliance is chosen by mutual agreement
- detailed price quote and payment schedule
- planning of dentoalveolar surgery procedure; discussion on dental hygienic treatment and general dentistry tasks prior to orthodontic treatment
Next appointment
Procedure
Next appointment
Procedure
- professional dental and oral hygienic treatment
- general dentistry and/or dentoalveolar procedures prior to orthodontic treatment
- dental treatments are carried out by patient’s own doctor or by our dentists
- speech therapy (if necessary)
Next appoinment
Appliance handover
Next appoinment
Appliance handover
- installation of fixed appliance
- adaptation of removable appliance
- video instructions for wearing and cleaning the appliance
Next appointment
Implementing the orthodontic treatment, adjustments
Next appointment
Implementing the orthodontic treatment, adjustments
- the treatment’s phases are implemented (in accordance with treatment plan)
- in case of fixed appliances: orthodontic archwires, elastic components and braces get replacements and clean-up etc.
- in case of removable appliances: adaptation, adjustment and refinement
- new X-rays and photos are taken
- the goals of the treatment are under timely control
- cooperation on patient’s behalf is monitored
- oral hygienic treatment may be necessary
- speech therapy (if necessary)
- consultation in case of teamwork
Treatment’s conclusion
Treatment’s conclusion
- conclusion of the treatment
- removal of appliance
- professional dental hygienic treatment
- retainers are fixed or handed over
Tasks in the 2nd year
Control treatments
Tasks in the 2nd year
Control treatments
- treatment is not finished with the removal of the appliance
- retainers are to be worn according to doctor’s instructions
- control treatments occur every two months initially
- regular control treatments become less frequent later on
- time frame of the treatment may vary
Tasks in the 3rd year
Yearly controls
Tasks in the 3rd year
Yearly controls
- inspecting and maintaining achievements
- yearly control and oral hygienic screening
- if necessary: professional dental hygienic treatment
