Your First Visit to Berkeley Family Orthodontics
We are always excited to meet new patients, and we want your first visit to feel welcoming and easy. Dr. Robert Iezman and our team will take the time to understand your goals, answer your questions, and explain your options clearly. Here is what to expect so you can walk in knowing exactly how it will go.
Getting Settled
Check-in is quick and computerized, and we will send appointment reminders by call, text, email, or postcard so nothing slips through the cracks. Our reception area is comfortable, with reading material and wireless internet while you wait. Most first visits take about 30 minutes to an hour.
Your Examination and Consultation
Dr. Iezman will examine your teeth, bite, and jaws and talk with you about what he sees and what you would like to achieve. This first conversation is the foundation of a diagnosis and a treatment plan built specifically around your needs, whether that is braces, clear aligners, or simply monitoring a child’s growth for now.
Diagnostic Records
To plan treatment precisely, we gather a set of records:
- iTero digital scan: A painless 3D image of your teeth and bite that replaces messy putty impressions.
- Digital X-rays: Low-radiation images to assess jaw alignment and the health and position of all your teeth.
- Photographs: Facial and dental photos that help Dr. Iezman analyze your proportions and document your starting point.
Reviewing Your Options, Timeline, and Cost
Once your records are ready, we will review your treatment options together, including the recommended approach, an estimated timeline, the cost, and any details such as whether extractions are needed. We believe in being upfront about cost, and we will explain your no-interest financing options too, so you can make a confident decision.
What to Bring
Please bring any panoramic X-ray taken within the past few years, and if you have orthodontic insurance, bring your insurance card so we can give you a more accurate cost estimate.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the first step toward a healthier smile. Call Berkeley Family Orthodontics at (510) 849-3613 or request an appointment online. Our office is at 2999 Regent Street, Suite 408, in Berkeley’s Elmwood neighborhood, serving families across the East Bay.
Initial Visit and Examination
During your first visit, Dr. Robert Iezman and his team will meet with you to discuss your orthodontic needs. We’ll help determine which treatment options are best suited for you. This initial consultation provides the first piece of the information needed to develop a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs.
Diagnostic Records
To develop your treatment plan, we will take diagnostic records, including iTero Digital Study Models, Digital X-rays, and photographs. The iTero digital scanner provides painless 3D images of your teeth and bite, replacing traditional impressions for better accuracy. We’ll also perform a head or skull X-ray to assess jaw alignment and a panoramic X-ray to check the health and position of all teeth. Lastly, facial photographs will help us analyze your facial proportions and contours.
Review of Treatment Options
After reviewing the diagnostic records, we will discuss the orthodontic treatment options available for you. This includes an evaluation of different approaches, as well as a review of your treatment timeline, costs, and any necessary extractions if applicable.
Start your Treatment Plan
Once we have all the diagnostic information, we will finalize your treatment plan. We’ll provide a clear explanation of your options, expected timeline, and costs, and answer any questions you may have. This marks the next step towards beginning your orthodontic treatment.
What You Need to Bring
When you come in for your first visit, please bring any panoramic X-ray that was taken within the past few years. Additionally, if you have orthodontic insurance, be sure to bring your insurance card so we can provide you with a more accurate estimate of your treatment costs.
