Smile bright and discover everything you need to know about orthodontic treatment

If you’re struggling with teeth that aren’t as straight and healthy as you want, you probably have a few questions about how to achieve the perfect smile. At Adirondack Orthodontics, we’ve taken care of countless patients who have been in similar situations, so we have the answers you’re seeking!

See the answers to some commonly asked questions below.

How do I pay for treatment?

We make paying for treatment as easy as possible! We are in network with most major insurers and have already negotiated treatment fees with them. Additionally, we make treatment more accessible by helping you maximize your dental benefits with things like FSA/HSA plans. We also offer numerous discounts.

Do I have to pay in full when I start treatment?

Not at all! While you can pay in full at the start, you are also welcome to make smaller payments as treatment goes on at a pace that works with your budget. Quarterly, monthly, annual, or semi-annual payment options are available.

Do you guarantee results?

Yes! We have what we call our “smile guarantee”: your smile is guaranteed for life once you complete treatment with us! If you see your teeth have shifted over the years, contact us. You’ll never pay full price for orthodontic treatment at our practice again.

What can I expect during my first visit?

We’ll provide you with a free exam, X-rays, and photos as needed. We’ll also answer any questions you have, recommend a treatment plan, and discuss a payment plan that works with your budget. Just be sure to provide us with all the information we need to give you the best possible experience during your appointment!

Will I have to wear a retainer after treatment?

Once treatment is complete, we recommend wearing a retainer at night to keep your teeth in place. Fortunately, we offer a Smile Protection Program to help you safeguard your smile for the rest of your life.

How long will my orthodontic treatment take?

Treatment length depends on a variety of factors, and everyone’s orthodontic journey is different. However, we can help most patients achieve their best smiles in one year or less. We also offer Express Aligner Treatment for certain patients. The best way to see how long treatment will take is to schedule a free consultation at one of our six locations.

What if I have more questions?

If you have any more questions or you would like to schedule your first free appointment, please contact us today! With convenient locations in Albany, Clifton Park, Latham, East Greenbush, Glens Falls, and Schenectady, Adirondack Orthodontics is your trusted orthodontic clinic in New York.

We look forward to helping you start your journey toward the perfect smile!

Review the difference between braces and Invisalign.

You’ll consider a variety of factors when deciding what orthodontic treatment best suits your needs, including your budget, lifestyle, and goals. No matter which treatment you select, you can trust that the team at Adirondack Orthodontics will guide you through it at one of our six convenient locations. We’re trusted throughout the Capital Region to provide top-notch braces and Invisalign to New Yorkers.

See the main differences between braces and Invisalign below to start thinking about which option is right for you.

Braces: The Traditional Option

Patients and orthodontists have trusted braces for decades for a good reason: braces straighten teeth and give patients perfect smiles. At the start of the treatment, the orthodontist applies brackets to the teeth. Then, wires are placed to connect the brackets. During each appointment, these wires are tightened to slowly move the teeth into the desired positions.

An affordable choice, braces may work best with your budget. Another advantage of getting braces is that you don’t need to remember to take an aligner in and out; braces go wherever you do! You can also get a fresh look with every appointment by choosing colorful bands that let you express your personality or celebrate the season. And if you choose clear bands, your braces can be less noticeable.

Invisalign: The Best Option

Invisalign has become extremely popular in recent years. In fact, over 15 million people have chosen Invisalign to address their orthodontic needs! This treatment involves a series of clear aligners that slowly move your teeth into the desired positions. Since the aligners are clear when they’re in use, this is the most discreet option. The aligners are also removed when eating, so patients can continue to enjoy all their favorite healthy foods.

At Adirondack Orthodontics, we’re proud to have earned the distinction of being a Diamond Invisalign Provider, which means we rank among the top 1% of Invisalign providers in the country!

See What’s Best for You – Call Us for a Consultation

You can trust that our team will give you the perfect smile with the treatment that works best for you. The best way to determine which one will suit your needs is to call or contact us online to schedule a consultation. We can provide you with an exam and let you know the advantages of each type of treatment and recommend one for you.

With convenient locations in Albany, Clifton Park, Latham, East Greenbush, Glens Falls, and Schenectady, Adirondack Orthodontics is your trusted orthodontic clinic in New York. Let’s work together to achieve your best smile!

Adirondack Orthodontics is proud to serve the Capital Region, and our success with thousands of patients has led to us opening six locations in the area to meet the demand for our services. In addition to providing the most convenient orthodontic treatments around, we are proud to focus on offering affordable braces in Albany and the surrounding areas. After all, we understand that cost is a major factor in choosing to start your orthodontic journey.

See the main ways we make our orthodontic options as affordable as possible for our patients in the Capital Region below.

We can help you maximize your insurance benefits. 

Selecting an orthodontic provider who participates with your insurance is essential for keeping costs down. At Adirondack Orthodontics, we participate with most major insurers and have negotiated treatment fees with them to ensure your insurance pays for a portion of your treatment. Plus, we will work with you and your insurance company to handle paperwork, verify benefits and claims, and help you understand how to use your FSA or HSA.

Simply put, we make it easy for you to get the most out of your insurance benefits and afford the orthodontic treatment you need!

We provide flexible financing options.

We understand that everyone has a different budget, so we provide numerous financing options and flexible payment plans to ensure you can pay at a pace that works for you. Even better, our online payment system makes it easy to send payments at your convenience.

We offer exceptional discounts on treatment.

At Adirondack Orthodontics, we’re always searching for ways to better serve our community. That’s why we have a range of exclusive offers and discounts for teachers, military service members, first responders, and more. We encourage you to browse our offers page to see our current discounts.

We can provide you with a free initial consultation!

If you’re wondering about the cost of braces or Invisalign in the Capital Region, turn to Adirondack Orthodontics. At your initial consultation, which includes x-rays, a 3D scan of your mouth, and an evaluation by a board-certified orthodontist, we will fully explain your treatment options and your payment options. It is our goal to make orthodontics affordable and accessible, so we will work closely with you to ensure that you pay in a way that fits your lifestyle and budget. And since the consultation is free, you have nothing to lose by visiting our office. 

Call or text us today to schedule your consultation! We look forward to showing you that the treatment you need for the smile you want is more affordable than you think.

While you likely already have new clothes and school supplies on your child’s back-to-school shopping list, be sure to add the best accessory for fall (and beyond): a brand-new smile!

The formative middle school and high school years are an opportune time to build strong self-esteem, and pursuing orthodontic treatment is a great way to do just that. After all, one thing that can increase confidence exponentially is a straight, healthy smile. Teens whose teeth, gums, and jaw are cared for properly will not just speak and chew with ease but be more likely to smile with confidence.

At Adirondack Orthodontics, we can provide the orthodontic services needed to give your child their ideal smile on a payment plan that works with your budget and appointments that fit with your schedule. Whether your child has an overbite, underbite, or crooked teeth, we can craft a treatment to help them smile. Take a look at the two main types of treatments we offer below.

Transform Your Child’s Smile with Traditional Braces

Metal braces are a tried-and-true choice for your child’s orthodontic journey, as this option has been used by orthodontists for decades. Braces involve applying brackets to the teeth, which are then connected by wires. During each appointment, the orthodontist will adjust the wires and fix them in place with small, colorful rubber bands. These careful adjustments will gradually move teeth into the desired positions.

Achieve Your Child’s Ideal Smile with Invisalign

Invisalign has quickly become one of the top choices for teens and adults alike. Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that slowly move the teeth into place. Unlike braces, Invisalign aligners can be taken out as needed, making them a more flexible option and making it easier to brush and floss. And, since the aligners are clear, this is one of the most discreet options.

Get Ready for School – Call Us Today!

With six locations in the Capital Region and experienced orthodontists, we’re ready to provide your entire family with the orthodontic services you need. Call or text us today to schedule an appointment, and we can provide you and your child with a personal consultation to get treatment started.

Have you found yourself wondering, “Do I need braces?” or “Am I a candidate for Invisalign?” Perhaps you have been more self-conscious of your smile’s appearance lately. Misaligned teeth can cause not just a lack of confidence but more severe issues over time, such as speech problems, issues chewing, and worn-down teeth. Crooked teeth can also result in cavities or gum disease, as misaligned teeth make it more difficult to properly brush and floss.

Fortunately, orthodontics can help correct these issues and make it easier to smile, chew, speak, and care for your teeth. Look below to learn more about some of the most common bite problems and see how an orthodontist can help solve them.

Common Bite Issues

While you may just see your teeth as “crooked,” there are terms that can help better define the spacing or alignment issue you’re experiencing. Here are five of the most common ones:

1. Crossbite – when the lower teeth are outside of the upper teeth.
2. Underbite – when the lower jaw is in front of the upper jaw.
3. Overbite – when the top front teeth sit beyond the bottom front teeth.
4. Open Bite – when the front teeth don’t overlap at all, but the back teeth meet.
5. Deep Bite – when the upper teeth cover the bottom teeth (but the bite is closed).

While these are the main types of bite problems that we see, we also tend to see issues like protruding front teeth, spacing issues, overcrowding, and other misalignments that can be corrected by orthodontia.

No matter the bite problem you’re experiencing, we can come up with an orthodontic treatment plan to address the issue and give you your perfect smile. Our treatments work by envisioning your ideal smile and then using traditional braces or Invisalign to slowly move your teeth into alignment (usually over the course of months, often in a year or less).

Schedule a Free Consultation

The best way to find the proper course of treatment to achieve your ideal smile is to contact us for a consultation. At Adirondack Orthodontics, we offer free consultations that include X-rays, a 3D scan, and an orthodontic evaluation. 

Call or text us today to schedule your first appointment at your nearest location; we have six offices in the Capital Region to best serve you! 

Summer is the season when people love to go on vacation and enjoy the sweeter things in life! However, while people undergoing orthodontic treatment can safely enjoy most summer fun, anyone with braces will know that they should be a little more careful about what they eat. 

It is pretty common knowledge that people with braces should avoid foods that are hard or sticky, as they can get stuck in the brackets, leaving sugar on the teeth and causing tooth decay. Some of the worst foods to eat with braces include caramel, gum, and popcorn. 

If you want to continue enjoying these sweet treats and sticky goodies, Invisalign may be the ideal orthodontic treatment for you, as you can take the aligners out when eating. If you do have braces, however, this doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some of the best summer snacks still!  

Here are a few sweet (and savory) summertime treats we’ve put together for your eating pleasure.

Safe Summertime Snacks 

Many summertime favorites are safe to eat with braces. Take a look at just a few: 

• Fruits – Watermelon, bananas, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and ripe/soft fruit are fine to eat with braces. Plus, these fruits are perfect for cooling down on a sultry day or enjoying while on a picnic!
• Seafood – Most types of seafood are perfectly fine to eat if you have braces, including fish, crab meat, lobster meat, and more. If you’re someone who craves fresh seafood in the summer, go ahead and indulge!
• Ice Cream – As long as there are no pieces of hard, sticky candy in the cone or bowl, ice cream is a perfect summer treat for someone with braces. Just be sure to brush your teeth after, like you would with any sugary food.
• Smoothies & Milkshakes – Perfect after a workout or to cool down on a balmy day, smoothies and milkshakes make it easy to enjoy all the flavors you love without anything getting stuck in your braces!

Plenty of other foods can help you beat the heat and cool down without interfering with your braces. Just remember that some foods should be cut into smaller pieces. And, of course, don’t forget to follow daily tooth brushing and flossing guidelines to take care of your teeth while enjoying the summer!

So, you sought out and utilized the services of the best orthodontist in Albany (or any of our other locations) and have achieved your ideal smile at the end of your orthodontic treatment! Now that your teeth are aligned, the next step is getting fitted for a retainer to ensure that your perfect smile lasts for a lifetime.

Read on to find out more about how long customized retainers last, how much they cost, and what type of retainer will work best for you.

Maintain Your Smile Forever with a Retainer

Three main types of customized retainers are available to you:

• Essix – The Essix retainer lasts 18 months and is made of transparent plastic. Worn at night, this is the most common type of retainer.
• Hawley – The Hawley retainer is made of metal and is only issued specifically by a doctor recommendation or patient choice. This type of retainer is also worn at night.
• Lingual – Worn at all times, a lingual retainer consists of a thin piece of wire placed on the back of the teeth. It should be replaced every three to five years.

Since a lingual retainer is glued to the back of the teeth, it’s virtually impossible to misplace. However, if you prefer to only wear a retainer at night, the Essix or Hawley retainer may work best for you.

Ask About Our Smile Protection Program

Retainers can get damaged or lost, but even if you always keep perfect track of your retainer, it will need to be replaced eventually. Fortunately, our Smile Protection Program will help you save money on all the replacement retainers you will need. With our program, you will pay an initial fee, and then replacement retainers will cost a fraction of the usual price and will be shipped directly to your home. Find out more details about our program by visiting the retainers page on our website!

If you want to enroll in our program or if you have more questions about customized retainers in general, be sure to contact us. Voted the best orthodontist in the Capital Region, our team is ready to show you exactly how easy we make it to sit back, relax, and enjoy your new smile.

Happy National Smile Month! Each year, this campaign encourages awareness of various oral health issues, educates people, and equips them with the tools to care for their teeth. This year’s theme is Brush for Better Health!

At Adirondack Orthodontics, we believe that good oral health should always be accessible and attainable. That’s why, in addition to being the best orthodontist in Schenectady, Albany, East Greenbush, Clifton Park, Glens Falls, and Latham, we also aim to provide education on how to properly care for your teeth so you can achieve your ideal smile! 

It’s Never Too Late to Care for Your Teeth

One of the best ways to maintain healthy teeth and gums is to brush and floss regularly using the proper techniques. While brushing your teeth with braces may require a little extra effort, Invisalign offers an orthodontic solution that makes maintaining good oral hygiene easy! Since the aligners are removable, you can simply take them out to brush and floss. Plus, we offer Invisalign for all ages, from kids to teens to adults. 

Regardless of whether you have braces or Invisalign, as you progress throughout your orthodontic treatment, your teeth will become easier to clean!  

A Straight, Healthy Smile Is Within Reach

So many people worry about the cost of orthodontics. Adirondack Orthodontics aims to provide affordable braces and Invisalign throughout the Capital Region. We’ve made orthodontic services accessible for our patients to ensure everyone can access the care they deserve. Here are just a few of the ways we can help you afford our services:

• Customized payment plans that work with your budget
• Discounts for teachers, families, military service members, and others
• Participation with most insurances and help with filing paperwork
• CareCredit options if you don’t have insurance

If you have any questions about cost, financing, and insurance options, don’t hesitate to contact our team. We will work one-on-one with you to make your journey to the perfect smile as stress-free as possible.

Celebrate National Smile Month with Us 

We hope you, your family, and your friends take a few moments to consider how you can care for your teeth. Be sure to share this message of accessible oral care with everyone in your community, so we can all put our best smile forward this National Smile Month!

Still looking to start your journey to the smile of your dreams? Adirondack Orthodontics was voted Best Orthodontist in the Capital Region for the fourth year in a row. Whether you are looking for affordable braces in Schenectady or you want to see if you are a candidate for Invisalign in Albany, call or text us to set up a free consultation today! 

What’s the Difference?

While orthodontists and dentists are both essential to maintaining your oral health and contributing to your overall well-being and confidence, these two medical professionals focus on different goals for your teeth, jaws, and mouth. Let’s take a look at some of these key differences, and why Adirondack Orthodontics is the answer to your search for the “best orthodontist near me.” 

The Difference Between Dentists & Orthodontists

Dentists are most focused on the health of your teeth and gums. Most dental professionals recommend that you visit your dentist twice a year for a dental cleaning and checkup to monitor the health of your teeth and ensure you don’t have any cavities or signs of decay. In addition to performing checkups and filling cavities, dentists can extract teeth, place crowns, and perform root canals. Many also offer aesthetic services like teeth whitening.

On the other hand, orthodontists focus specifically on the alignment of your teeth and jaw. Underbites, overbites, and misaligned teeth are a few of the issues that an orthodontist can work to solve, as these problems can cause everything from a loss of confidence to gum disease and sleep apnea. An orthodontist will assess your teeth and develop a personalized treatment plan to move your teeth into the correct positions. You’ll get a straight smile that adds to your self-confidence. In addition, properly aligned teeth can be easier to keep clean and healthy! 

Proudly Preferred by Dentists & Patients Alike

Your dentist and orthodontist will work together to help you achieve your ideal smile. Throughout the Capital Region, many dentists partner with Adirondack Orthodontics and refer their patients who need orthodontic services like braces and Invisalign to us because of our cutting-edge treatments, range of financing solutions, and years of experience. We are a Diamond+ Invisalign provider, putting us in the top 1% of all Invisalign providers certified to offer this treatment. Simply put, we give you compassionate, personalized treatments while doing whatever it takes to ensure you get your ideal smile that is ready for all of life’s little moments.

Achieve Your Best Smile with Adirondack Orthodontics

There are many ways to discover Adirondack Orthodontics, from searching for “Albany braces” or “orthodontist in Schenectady” to simply wondering “what is the cost of Invisalign near me?” Whether you were referred to us by your dentist, you found us through an online search, you saw us win the Times Union’s Best Of award, or you were told about us by a friend, we are so glad you are considering us as your trusted orthodontist. Call or text us today to scheduled a free consultation, where we will show you how we can work towards the smile of your dreams. 

As your child approaches their high school or college graduation, you want to set them up for success in whatever the future may hold. While preparing for college or seeking job opportunities may be at the top of their to-do list, one thing may have escaped your notice: confidence. As your graduate enters the next stage in their life, they should approach any new venture with as much self-confidence as possible. The appearance of their teeth can have a big impact on that.

A Boost to Self-Confidence

At Adirondack Orthodontics, we know just how vital a straight, healthy smile is to self-confidence. A person’s smile is one of the first things people notice about them. As your graduate meets employers, professors, peers, and friends in adulthood, they should be able to greet these new people in their life with the confidence that comes from having the perfect smile. 

Results in One Year or Less

Many new patients come to us with concerns about how their orthodontia will look or how long the process will take. If you want a more discreet option, Invisalign may be the answer, as the aligners used to straighten the teeth are completely clear and hard for a casual observer to notice. And one of the best reasons to make an appointment immediately is that in many cases, we can help your graduate achieve their best smile in one year or less!

Flexible Payment Options

Parents who have a child graduating have a lot on their financial plates. Maybe you’re helping your graduate pay for college or move into a new apartment. Whatever the case, we understand that you likely have a specific budget in mind. Fortunately, we offer flexible payment plans and participate with most insurances.

If anything is keeping your child from the self-confidence they deserve, don’t hesitate to ask us how we can help! Adirondack Orthodontics is your resource for affordable braces near you. If you have additional questions about the cost of Invisalign or other orthodontic treatment options, schedule a free consultation by texting or calling one of our Capital Region orthodontist offices today! 

Book a Free Consultation Today

As your student approaches graduation, put their oral health on top of your priority list. We can help shape their smile and give them confidence as they start their next chapter. With six locations across the Capital Region, we are the best orthodontist in Schenectady, Latham, East Greenbush, Glens Falls, Clifton Park, and Albany. Call or text us today to schedule a free consultation.