Back-to-School Braces? Book Your Visit Online in Troy

Back-to-school season is one of the smartest times to start orthodontic treatment, and you can book your visit online in real time. At Oakland Orthodontics in Troy, our online scheduling lets you pick a consultation time that fits your family’s fall calendar, then complete your patient forms digitally before you arrive. No phone tag, no waiting for a callback. It’s the easiest way to fold a new smile into an already busy school year.

Quick Facts

Why is back-to-school the best time to start braces?

Fall gives your child’s treatment a natural rhythm to settle into. Appointments line up with the school calendar, so you can plan visits around class schedules, sports, and activities instead of squeezing them in later. Starting now also means your child adjusts to braces or aligners while they’re already getting used to new routines, teachers, and classes.

There’s a practical bonus too. Many families have already met insurance deductibles or have flex spending dollars to use before year’s end. Starting treatment in the fall can help you make the most of the benefits you’ve already paid for.

How does online scheduling work?

You can book your appointment online in a couple of minutes, right from our website. Click to book a complimentary consultation, choose the day and time that works best for your family, and you’re set. No phone call required, and no waiting until the office opens to lock in a spot.

Prefer to text or talk it through? Message us at (248) 639-9037 or call (248) 817-2623 and we’ll help you get scheduled. However you reach out, the goal is the same: a smooth start that fits around drop-offs, pickups, and after-school activities.

Can I fill out forms online before I arrive?

Yes, and doing it ahead of time saves you from paperwork in the waiting room. Our patient forms are available digitally on our website, so you can complete them at home on your own schedule. It’s one less thing to manage on a busy morning.

Knocking out forms early also means more of your first visit goes toward the actual conversation with our orthodontist. For a family juggling the back-to-school rush, that time back really adds up.

What happens at the first visit?

Your first appointment is a complimentary consultation built to answer your questions. Dr. Dhawan gets to know your goals, completes a thorough exam, and helps you map out a customized treatment plan. You’ll also go over financial information, insurance options, and payment plans, so there are no surprises.

Our office uses advanced diagnostics like the iTero Element scanner and cone beam imaging, which means a clear, detailed picture of your smile from day one. By the time you leave, you’ll know whether treatment makes sense, what it involves, and what it costs.

Which treatment is right for my child?

That depends on age and needs, and the consultation is where we figure it out together. Younger kids may be candidates for two-phase treatment or Invisalign First, which guides growth early and can simplify things down the road. Our 7andUp Kids Club reflects the American Association of Orthodontists’ guidance that children get a first orthodontic check around age seven.

Teens and adults have great options too. From traditional metal and clear ceramic braces to Invisalign clear aligners, Dr. Dhawan tailors the plan to fit your goals, your smile, and your day-to-day life. Curious before you book? Our free online smile evaluation lets you preview a new smile in about 60 seconds.

How often will we come in once treatment starts?

Most patients see our orthodontist every four to eight weeks during active treatment. We work hard to keep those visits hassle-free, so let us know the days and times that fit your family’s routine. Booking online makes it easy to plan the next appointment around school and work.

Keep seeing your regular dentist every six months for cleanings and checkups too, even during orthodontic treatment. If you need additional dental care along the way, we’re glad to coordinate with your family dentist.

Ready to get started this fall?

Back-to-school is the perfect moment to give your child a healthy, confident smile, and booking online makes the first step easy. Whether you’re in Troy, Rochester Hills, Sterling Heights, Warren, or a nearby community, Dr. Dhawan and the team at Oakland Orthodontics are here to help every step of the way.

Book your complimentary consultation online, text us at (248) 639-9037, or call (248) 817-2623. Let’s make this the year your family begins their journey to healthier, more confident smiles!