How do I get emergency orthodontic care?
Whether one of your wires has come loose or you’ve misplaced one of your aligners, the best thing to do is to call our Randolph office. That way, a friendly and helpful member of our team can learn more about your orthodontic emergency and determine if a same-day appointment is needed. They will also walk you through what to do until you arrive, like placing a small piece of dental wax over the sharp edge of the wire.
What level of education is required to be an orthodontist?
The road to becoming an orthodontist begins with an undergraduate degree, usually with very high grades and in a major that’s heavy in math and science. Then, they must undergo three years of in-classroom and hands-on training to obtain either their Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS) degree. Following graduation, they need to complete specialty training in the field of orthodontics as well as pursue continuing education hours each year to maintain their license.
As for Dr. Nina Khedkar, she obtained her specialty certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. She was also inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon (the dental honors society) and awarded the American Association of Orthodontists Award. What really sets her apart, however, is her unwavering commitment to helping her patients achieve a smile that’s as healthy as it is beautiful.
What do you do if you can't afford an orthodontist?
Oftentimes, patients hesitate to pursue a straighter, healthier smile due to concerns about the cost. If that sounds all too familiar, we strongly recommend scheduling a consultation with us. That way, we can review the different types of braces that we offer as well as the financial solutions that are available. In addition to accepting most major dental insurance plans, we welcome CareCredit, which is a trusted third-party financier. You can also sign up for our Preferred Plan, which includes five years of retainer checks as well as a post-treatment take-home whitening kit (ages 16+).
How do I find the best place to get braces?
That depends on what’s important to you as a patient! For that reason, we don’t recommend hopping on Google or asking friends, family members, and neighbors for their recommendations until you’ve pinpointed what you’re looking for. Do you want to see a female orthodontist? Are you looking for a practice that welcomes more than just dental insurance? Would you prefer to find an office that offers morning, lunchtime, and afternoon hours throughout the week? Once you have answers to questions like these, you’ll have an easier time finding the best place for you.
Of course, if you are looking for a female orthodontist in Randolph who welcomes several financial solutions and offers convenient appointment times, then you don’t need to look any further than Simply Orthodontics!
