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If you have been thinking about undergoing orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment, the first step is scheduling an orthodontic consultation at Seder Orthodontics. During the consultation we will actively listen to your concerns and address all of your questions, as well as discuss a treatment options that would best suit you or your child's situation.

Here are the top five questions that most patients want answered during their initial orthodontic consultation:

• Can I benefit from orthodontic treatment, and if so, how long will it take?
• How frequently will my appointments be scheduled?
• Can I expect any pain when getting braces? (Ask Dr. Karen Seder about the ways we address pain management).
• Will I need to have teeth extracted, headgear, expansion appliance, etc.?
• How much will it cost and what payment options do you offer?

Visit our website for more answers to your questions prior to your initial consultation. Dr. Karen Seder and our team at Seder Orthodontics are happy to answer all your questions and concerns, and excited to explain all aspects of your treatment plan, as well as the expected outcome. We believe your orthodontic experience should be comfortable, hassle-free, and most importantly, leave you with the smile you've always wanted.

Do you have unused funds left in your flexible spending, insurance benefits, or health savings account? Do you need to plan for your next year’s flexible spending (FSA) account? Give us a call today and let us help you utilize your FSA to get the maximum benefits for this year, as well as plan for next year.

Our office is committed to helping you maximize your or your child’s insurance benefits, and we will gladly process insurance claims as well as verify insurance benefits as a convenience to you. To expedite the insurance process, we will do our best to have all of your insurance information verified and set prior to your of your visit. To ensure we have everything covered, we ask that you completely fill out the insurance information on your health history form and submit it to our office prior to your appointment.

If you have any questions concerning your or your child’s remaining orthodontic treatment or benefits, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to assist you.

We tend to get busy toward the end of the year, so don’t wait to give us a call!

Congratulations to the winners of our Graduation Giveaway:
Nina and Colin!!

We LOVED seeing all the graduation photos that we received! Thank you to everyone who participated! Click HERE to view all the entries on our Facebook page.

What's next? Make sure you're ready to enter our 2nd annual Halloween costume contest!

Your smile is unique, so your orthodontic treatment time should also be unique and customized for your special needs. In the past the average orthodontic treatment took approximately two years, but with today’s new technology and our commitment to providing the best orthodontic care in the least amount of time, we have experienced a reduction in our patients' treatment time. With the use of lighter forces, customized braces, and clear aligners, our patients experience less discomfort and shorter treatment time while achieving a great smile.

Of course, treatment time will vary depending on your specific situation. Very minor tooth movement may only take a few months to correct, while serious malocclusion (poor bite) may need more than two years to correct. Only Dr. Karen Seder will be able to accurately estimate the time your treatment will take. But trust us—it’ll all be worth it in the end!

Has your child or teen visited Seder Orthodontics for an orthodontic consultation? If not, please give us a call and let us help him or her begin the journey to a gorgeous smile! Please feel free to contact our Chicago, IL orthodontic office, and let us know how we can help you. We look forward to working with you and your family, and giving you the right orthodontic care that makes you smile.