First Visit
Complimentary Consultation with Dr. Boyarskiy
Our team is always looking forward to meeting new patients during their initial visit. There is no charge for the initial exam and consultation. This appointment usually takes about 30 minutes and helps to evaluate your orthodontic and dental needs. It consists of a careful and systematic examination, evaluation of the patient’s needs, and a review of treatment options and methods. Sometimes, radiographs may need to be taken at the first visit for more thorough assessment. If you have any X-ray films taken anywhere else, please bring them with you if possible.
At the first visit we should be able to answer the following:
Is the orthodontic treatment needed?
Approximately how long would it take?
What methods will be used?
Are the extractions of any teeth necessary?
Do you need to see any other dental or medical specialists before or during your orthodontic treatment?
We encourage you to ask us questions during this visit.
After the doctor answers all these questions, the treatment coordinator will discuss any questions regarding the cost of the treatment, insurance, and payment options. The appointment following the initial exam is usually reserved for diagnostic orthodontic records. This is a separate visit, however, in order to save you time, we can usually accommodate you at the same day as your initial appointment is scheduled. The orthodontic records include:
A digital panoramic film
A digital cephalometric film
Photographs
Impressions for study models.
These are all necessary for the orthodontist in order to evaluate each patient’s condition in depth and develop a proper treatment plan. In some instances additional records may be needed such as periapical films or 3D imaging.
During this second visit we will also discuss all financial arrangements and answer any additional questions you may have.
Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your first visit:
Any panoramic x-ray taken within the past 6 months.
If you have orthodontic insurance, bring your insurance card. By providing this information at the first visit we will be able to give you an estimate of your costs.
Medical History forms (Adult or Child) fully filled out at time of first visit.
Scheduling
We understand that you have a busy schedule and we will do everything we can to make sure that your appointment times are convenient for you. For your convenience we are open:
Monday 8:45-5:00
Tuesday 9:00-6:30
Wednesday 9:00-5:00
Thursday 8:45-6:00
Friday 8:45-1:00
We are also open one or two Sundays each month from 9:00 am to 2:30pm.
In some cases though, morning appointments may be needed. We will provide you with the necessary forms for your school or work if you have to come in the morning.
The first treatment appointment
This appointment is when the orthodontist places or delivers your orthodontic appliance. Usually it takes about an hour. We explain the procedure before we start the treatment and then give all necessary instructions before you leave. We always make sure that you are comfortable during this visit.
Follow-up visits
Follow-up appointments are extremely important for good results. Most patients need to return in 4 to 6 weeks. These visits usually take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes. Missing appointments will lengthen your treatment and may affect the final result. We understand that emergencies pop up, so if you need to reschedule please let us know as soon as possible so we can accommodate you.
Dental Visits During Orthodontic Treatment
Please continue to see your regular dentist for cleanings and examinations. During orthodontic treatment with braces and other fixed appliances you should return to your dentist every 4 months. If you are being treated with the removable appliances such as Invisalign, 6 months visits are sufficient. Some patients may be prescribed by their primary dentist to undergo cleanings every 3 months. It’s the most important to keep up your preventative care during orthodontic treatment. During any situation that requires additional dental care, we will work together with your dentist so that you can receive excellent care.
The time of your appointment has been reserved exclusively for you! Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance by phone if you are unable to keep appointment.
Patient Forms
During your first visit we will need to get some information from you to establish your dental records. Please bring your current insurance information at that time. To speed up the registration process please print and fill out new patient forms prior to your visit. Please follow the link below to download the appropriate form.
PATIENT REGISTRATION FORM
Be sure to notify our office of any future changes in your name, address, phone number, or insurance as soon as the change occurs. We want to be sure our information is accurate to best serve you.
Financial Policy
There is no charge for the initial exam and consultation. The cost of your treatment will depend on your customized plan, the length of treatment, appliances used and will be influenced by your individual needs.
During the first visit the treatment coordinator will discuss with you the cost of your treatment, insurance information, if available, and payment plan option. This should help you make the best decision about investing in your smile. We will create a flexible payment plan that works for you and fits your budget. There are several discounts that are available for qualified patients.
Our practice accepts the following major credit cards:
We are providers for multiple networks, including the following insurance plans:
PPO Plans
HMO Plans
If you have orthodontic insurance that will be paying any portion of your treatment, our office staff will gladly answer your questions and help you with insurance claims and necessary paperwork.
State Insurance
We welcome Medicaid, Public aid, All Kids plans for patients under the age of 20. These plans will pay for the traditional metal braces treatment if approved by the state of Illinois. The first step is to schedule a consultation appointment. During this appointment the photographs and radiographs will be taken and electronically submitted to the state of Illinois for review. They will notify us in writing of their decision of approval or denial. This takes approximately 3-5 weeks.
Discounts and Special Offers
We provide several discounts
Family discount
Any new patient of our practice that has an immediate family member as our current or former patient will automatically receive a 15% discount toward their orthodontic treatment. The treatment fee for a third and any other subsequent patient from the same family will receive a 10% discount.
Pay-in-Full discount
Any patient who pays for the full cost of treatment at the start of treatment will receive a 8% discount. This is a great way to reduce the overall cost of the treatment.
For patients who choose to pay monthly, several affordable payment plan options are available.
Each of the above discounts cannot be combined with any other offer.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our financial guidelines, we encourage you to contact us at (847) 299-9400