For New Patients
Your First Visit
At the first visit you will have a chance to get a tour of the office and meet Dr. Drabik. He will evaluate your or your child's bite and let you know options and recommendations for treatment. There is no charge for the first visit. If you are ready to begin treatment, diagnostic records can be taken. Complete diagnostic records typically include a medical/dental history, clinical examination; photos of the patient's face and teeth, and X-rays. This information is used to develop a custom treatment plan for each patient. These records are also helpful in tracking the progress of treatment as the teeth move under orthodontic care.
Consultation
After the doctor has evaluated your records, we discuss your treatment with you in detail, including the cost for your particular case.
Regular Appointments
The appointment when you get your appliances (braces, expanders, etc.) usually takes from one to two hours. You'll then see us at regular intervals 4 to 8 weeks apart for an adjustment, which takes 20 to 40 minutes. Our office hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, and some Wednesdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursdays 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Webster location. Our office hours in the Rochester location are some Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Patients are seen by appointment only. We make every effort to be on time for our patients, and ask that you extend the same courtesy to us. If you cannot keep an appointment, please notify us immediately.
Payment & Office Policies
Cost
The cost of treatment depends on the length and type of treatment for the patient. You will be able to discuss fees and payment options before treatment begins. We have payment plans to suit different budgets, including a no-down-payment option. We also accept assignment from most insurance plans, and file the necessary papers to the insurance company. We work hard to make orthodontics affordable.
Fees
In an effort to keep orthodontic fees down while maintaining the highest level of professional care, we have established this financial policy:
- If full payment is made at the onset of treatment, we will offer a discount.
- To fit your individual needs, financial arrangements can be made to extend your payments over a period of months.
- For your convenience, we accept payment by Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
- We also accept CareCredit patient financing
Insurance
If you have insurance, we will help you to determine the coverage you have available. We ask that you assign your insurance benefit to us. The balance will be arranged for you to pay (see above).
