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Braces! please read!

 
Braces! please read!
Added: February 26, 2009 - 9:21 PM
By: mjauregui07@yahoo.com, Torrance, CA
Need Dentist / Specialist: Yes  
Provide Cost Estimate: Yes  
X-rays Available: Yes  
Case Summary
Exam & Consultation Braces / Invisilign
Teeth:  
Case Description
My story is a bit complicated: I got my braces on in 2005 in Riverside, CA but moved to Los Angeles in late 2006. Due to my relocation, I had to change Orthodontists but I ended up moving to Mexico.

I have not had any treatment since late 2006 until August 2007[they just took x-rays again and did a new molding and removed wires...brackets are still on].

However, I had to relocate to Mexico again and that is as far as that treatment went. [I am back permanently from Mexico and will not be relocating any further]

I requested to restart my treatment @ the "New" orthodontist [in Torrance, CA] but said that I would have to go BACK to my original Orthodontist to do so. Naturally Riverside is about an hour and a half away and I would like to find someone closer.

I know it's not possible to remove my brackets and start with invisalign due to liability reasons.[Although that was my preference]

HOWEVER, I would like to restart my treatment with the brackets I do have on.

I have insurance (Metlife Dental) and have my moldings as well as all my x-rays and records.

I am looking for someone in the Southbay area.

Please advise!




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Reply: Braces! please read!
added: February 27, 2009 - 8:35 AM

Cost Estimate: $3900
Hi.

I totaly understand your situation and yes we can help. We have been able to do invisalign on patients that had prior orthodontics (regular braces) or are in the start or middle of thier treatment. My suggestion would be that you should come in for a consultation at no charge and then we can come up with a game plan. We also have a closer office to you in Costa Mesa, Ca 949-574-0100. Call to day and make an appt. I look forward to meeting you

Dr. Saghatchi

 
Reply: Braces! please read!
added: February 27, 2009 - 8:20 PM

Cost Estimate: $3200-3500.00
The odds of restarting your treatment with your existing brackets placed by someone else are not great..I would suggest going with Invisalign instead..You can probably do Invisalign express which is 5 months of treatment or about ten aligners. Good luck with your treatment..Dr Thomas
   

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