What happens in the first and second visits?

June 7th, 2016

At the first appointment we will collect more information about you. This will include recording impressions of your teeth, taking up to date X-rays if necessary and Photos of your teeth and face.
We will carry out a thorough examination of the face, the jaws and the teeth. This is usually followed by radiographs (X-ray examination) and impressions (moulds) of the teeth. For those who need bands at molar teeth their sizes will be checked.
These records will help the orthodontist diagnose the underlying problems with your bite correctly, and formulate a suitable treatment plan which aims to straighten your teeth perfectly, improve your bite and give you an attractive smile. In many cases, the orthodontist will need an opportunity for a careful and meticulous study of the records he has taken in order to arrive at a considered decision regarding your treatment plan. You may therefore be invited to make another appointment in which we could discuss your orthodontic problems and customised treatment plan in detail. You will also have an opportunity to ask any questions you may have at this initial appointment.Once you have been seen for an initial appointment and you decide to go ahead with treatment you will be booked for placing the separators or fitting an orthodontic appliance. Sometimes small blue elastic rings called ‘separators’ are fitted between your back teeth a few days before your brace is fitted. This is to enable the fitting of ‘bands’ around the molar teeth. Bands are like rings that fit around the back teeth.

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Attending the Practice

We still need to act cautiously to stop the spread of the virus. The different variants are more transmissible, and people visiting this practice may be contagious without knowing it.

Health premises are a higher risk environment and we need to maintain some control measures to keep everyone safe.

We are asking everyone when attending the practice to:

• Maintain social distancing
• Use hand gel on entering and exiting the practice
• Where possible come into the practice alone or when required with a maximum of one accompanying adult

The whole team at Orthoactive are working hard to ensure that your visit will be a pleasant, effective, and most importantly a safe experience.

The procedures and protocols that were routinely part of safe delivery of dental care are already well developed and practiced at Orthoactive. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we have upgraded these routines to ensure that we are offering you the latest in safe dental environments. The risk of virus particle contamination is managed carefully in all areas of the building and in surgery.

Please phone in advance if you need to cancel your appointment, If you are isolating or unwell for any reason it is better to not come to the Practice.

How we will look after you

Preparation at Home:

In order to reduce time spent in the Practice we kindly ask you to:

Clean your teeth at home as it will not be possible for you to do so at Orthoactive.
Complete any paperwork at home if required and have it ready to hand to June on arrival.
Please only bring one member of family in with you
Do not bring any personal items into the practice that are not necessary.
Due to strict appointment times late arrivals will need to be rebooked.
Please use hand sanitiser on entry and we ask that you do not touch any surfaces whilst in the practice and maintain social distance where possible.
Please book in at Reception.
Whilst looking after you we will be wearing various levels of PPE including wearing a mask as we greet you. This is because we will be closer than 2m.

Your Appointment:

We will invite you into the dental surgery that will have been prepared to provide a safe environment for you.
Please do not touch any surfaces or your face/mouth whilst in the practice.
Windows may be open to aid air flow.

At Orthoactive we are determined that your experience under our care continue to be effective, reassuring and confidence building while we offer you detailed attention as comfortably and safely as possible.

If you have an Orthodontic Emergency please call us. In the event we are unable to assist you at this time due to current surgery restrictions or if it is outside surgery hours please contact the practice mobile on 07946 563590

Alternatively please visit online: https://www.bos.org.uk/News-and-Events/COVID19-BOS-Advice/Patients-Advice/PatientsInformation-Videos for information from the British Orthodontic Society (BOS). They have created useful information videos that can assist you in dealing with typical orthodontic issues and emergencies.

PLEASE NOTE PROCEDURES MAY CHANGE AT SHORT NOTICE DEPENDING ON CURRENT REGULATIONS, GUIDANCE, STAFFING LEVELS AND COVID-19 RECOVERY PHASE OR FURTHER RESTRICTIONS

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUERIES PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT US ON 01473 462355 or 07946 563590

Christmas Hours

Our last working day before Christmas is Thursday 21st December and we reopen on Tuesday 2nd January.

The following information applies for patients with Brace Emergencies over the holiday period

Friday 22nd – Sunday 24th December -please call the practice mobile 07946 563590

Christmas Day NHS 111

Boxing Day NHS 111

Wednesday 27th December – 31st December please call the practice mobile o7946 563590

New Years Day NHS 111

Have a lovely Christmas from all at Orthoactive