Real orthodontic braces limited-time payment plan $250/mo. $250 down.

Every case is different, so the total cost depends on your orthodontic needs and treatment plan. We use digital X-rays and 3D imaging to determine the most appropriate course of treatment.

For this limited-time promotion, the payment plan is $250 down and $250 per month with no credit check. Total treatment cost and payment duration vary by treatment plan. The offer expires September 30, 2026, and we will review the exact terms with you before treatment begins.

Many cases may be completed in about half the time of traditional braces, but your exact timeline depends on your bite, spacing, crowding, jaw relationship, and the complexity of tooth movement. Treatment time is individualized and not guaranteed.

Because OC Dental Center is a full-service office, related dental treatment can often be completed in the same location before you continue with orthodontic care.

The timing between adjustment visits can change throughout treatment. Your orthodontic team will tell you when to return and explain each step, so you always know what comes next.

Please bring any questions to your visits. We are happy to explain your progress and care instructions.

Avoid:

• Nuts and popcorn
• Gummy, chewy, or hard candy
• Caramel and caramel-filled chocolate bars
• Thick, chunky peanut butter

Eat carefully:

• Eat chips one at a time
• Cut corn off the cob before eating it
• Limit sugary drinks such as soda, because they increase the risk of tooth decay during orthodontic treatment

We generally advise patients to wear their retainers full time for the first year and then at night for at least 2 to 5 years.

If wisdom teeth are still present and have not been extracted, your orthodontic team may recommend a different retention schedule based on your individual case.

Patients treated with ClearCorrect commonly receive an Essix clear plastic retainer. Patients treated with traditional braces may receive a removable Hawley retainer.

In selected cases, we may recommend a permanent retainer behind the lower front teeth. It is not visible from the front and may remain in place for several years. Your orthodontic team will recommend the retainer that best protects your result.

Most of our orthodontic patients avoid extractions. We take a holistic, conservative approach and use functional appliances and other treatment methods when appropriate to address bite, jaw relationship, and alignment concerns.

Every case is different. If an extraction is clinically necessary, we will explain why after a complete examination and review of your imaging.

No. OC Dental Center does not use orthodontic headgear as part of its treatment approach. We will review other available options based on your bite, jaw relationship, age, and orthodontic needs.

ClearCorrect is a clear-aligner system that works similarly to Invisalign®. It uses removable transparent trays to gradually move the teeth.

One advantage is that trays can be ordered in smaller phases rather than all at once. If your teeth respond differently than originally planned, the next set can be adjusted without replacing an entire series. We will determine whether clear aligners are appropriate for your case.

Lingual braces are placed behind the teeth. We do not currently offer them because we have not found them to provide a meaningful advantage over traditional braces or clear aligners for our patients.

We generally do not recommend comprehensive braces for children under age 13 because the mouth and jaws may still be developing. Starting too early can sometimes lengthen treatment or increase the chance that teeth shift again.

The right timing depends on dental development, bite concerns, and the individual child. During the consultation, our orthodontic team will explain whether observation, early intervention, or comprehensive treatment is most appropriate.