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Orthodontics in Thunder Bay, ON

Crowded, gapped, or misaligned teeth can be treated right here as part of your general dental care. Our dentists checks your bite and teeth, explains which orthodontic option fits your case, and refers you to a specialist if your case calls for one.
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What Is Orthodontic Treatment?

Orthodontic treatment moves crowded, gapped, or misaligned teeth into a straighter position over time. At Redwood Dental Centre, our dentists offers orthodontic options as part of general dental care, most often using clear removable aligners for mild to moderate cases. Our dentists is a General Dentist, not a certified specialist in orthodontics. For complex bite issues or cases that need more involved treatment, he’ll refer you to a specialist so you get the right care for your situation.

Why Straightening Teeth Matters

Moving crowded or misaligned teeth does more than change how your smile looks. Here’s what it can help with.

01

Easier to Clean
Straighter teeth are easier to brush and floss properly, since there are fewer tight spots for plaque to hide.

02

A More Even Bite
Correcting how your teeth meet can make chewing feel more even and comfortable.

03

Less Strain on Certain Teeth
Teeth that are crowded or angled can wear unevenly. Straightening them can spread that wear more evenly across your bite.

What Happens During Treatment

Here’s what to expect if you come in about orthodontic treatment.
Exam and Bite Assessment
Our dentists checks your teeth, gums, and bite, and takes X-rays or a scan to see the full picture.
Discussing Your Options
He explains which general orthodontic options fit your case, or refers you to a specialist if your situation needs more involved treatment.
Starting Treatment
If general treatment fits, you’ll begin with your chosen option, whether that’s a series of aligners or another approach our dentists recommends.
Check In Visits
You’ll come in periodically so our dentists can track how your teeth are moving and adjust the plan if needed.

Living With Your Orthodontic Treatment

  • Keep up with brushing and flossing around any aligners, brackets, or wires
  • Attend your check in appointments so our dentists can track your progress
  • Follow the wear schedule our dentists gives you, especially for removable aligners
  • Call us if you notice pain, a broken piece, or anything that feels wrong

Is General Orthodontic Treatment Right for You?

General orthodontic treatment fits some cases better than others. Here’s what our dentists looks at.
Mild to Moderate Crowding or Spacing
Many general orthodontic options work well for teeth that are crowded, gapped, or slightly rotated.
Complex Bite Issues May Need a Specialist
Significant bite problems or jaw alignment issues are often better handled by a certified specialist in orthodontics, and our dentists will refer you if that’s the case.
General Dentist Providing Care
All care is provided by our dentists, a General Dentist, with over 20 years of experience in general dentistry.

Understanding Cost and Insurance

Billing for orthodontic treatment depends on the option used and how complex your case is, so our dentists will give you an exact quote after your exam. Whatever fee is quoted covers the full treatment plan, including any lab costs involved, and it applies the same way to every patient regardless of insurance coverage. Our front desk reviews your specific insurance benefits before treatment starts so you know what to expect.
A Quote Before You Start
You’ll receive the exact cost of your treatment plan before anything is ordered, with no fees added later.
Insurance Coordination
Orthodontic coverage varies quite a bit by plan. We check your specific benefits ahead of time so you know what’s covered.
Referral Costs, If Needed
If our dentists refers you to a specialist, that office will provide its own separate quote for treatment.

Orthodontics FAQs

Yes, for many mild to moderate cases. More complex cases are referred to a certified specialist. our dentists is a General Dentist. For cases that need more involved correction, he refers patients to a certified specialist in orthodontics.

Does a general dentist treat orthodontic cases?

Yes, for many mild to moderate cases. More complex cases are referred to a certified specialist. our dentists is a General Dentist. For cases that need more involved correction, he refers patients to a certified specialist in orthodontics.
Not necessarily. It depends on how complex your case is. our dentists will tell you plainly after your exam whether general treatment fits or whether a referral makes more sense for your bite and alignment issues.
It depends on your case, and our dentists will go over what fits your teeth and bite at your exam. He reviews your teeth and bite, then explains which options are reasonable for your specific situation.
It varies, from several months to over a year for more involved corrections. How long treatment takes depends on how much movement your teeth need. Our dentists will give you a timeline specific to your case.
Many plans include some orthodontic coverage. Our front desk checks your specific benefits before treatment starts so you know what to expect. If you’re referred to a specialist, their office will confirm coverage separately.

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New patients welcome. Direct billing to most insurance plans.

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