Getting Started with Orthodontic Services
At Miami Lakes Orthodontics, our mission is to provide you with affordable, high-quality treatment that fits your budget! The cost of braces is, in many instances, the biggest obstacle people face when considering whether or not to seek orthodontic treatment. For this reason, we offer a wide variety of payment options, which allow us to help our patients meet their financial needs. Please ask us about financing options, credit card payments, and bank drafts. We thoroughly explain your options so that we can accommodate your needs.
Miami Lakes Orthodontics believes that financial considerations should not obstruct your beautiful smile. At your initial examination, our treatment coordinator will discuss in detail the specific cost of orthodontic treatment. Due to the variety of patient’s needs and treatment options, the cost of orthodontic care varies from patient to patient. Being sensitive to the financial aspect of treatment, our practice:
- Applies discounts for teachers, firefighters, police officers, and military, as well as for full payment at the start of treatment or additional family members undergoing orthodontic treatment with Dr. Briceño Crespi
- Accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express
- Offers in-house payment options with no finance or interest charges. With this option, an initial payment is due at the start of treatment, with the balance paid in monthly installments extending over the treatment time.
- Provides outside financing through Care Credit which offers plans with no down payment and no interest payments for up to 24 months.
- If you have orthodontic coverage in your dental insurance, it may help reduce your out-of-pocket expenses for orthodontic treatment. Most orthodontic insurance benefits have a maximum lifetime amount that is separate from regular dental insurance. Please bring your insurance information with you to your first complimentary visit, and we will be happy to verify your coverage.
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What Types Of Food Can I Eat With Braces?
Softer foods are the best choice of foods to eat when you first get braces or Invisalign because your teeth will be sore from the initial pressure and movement caused by the treatment. I have a list below of the top ten things to eat when you first get your braces:
- Smoothies, milkshakes, or ice cream
You deserve a treat after making a responsible and smart decision like starting your braces or Invisalign and getting your beautiful smile. Nothing says reward like a delicious cold treat such as a smoothie, milkshake, or some delicious ice cream. In addition to being absolutely delicious, they do not require chewing, which is great considering your teeth are probably sore, and the cold sensation can often be therapeutic and soothing. Just ensure not to get too carried away with toppings that can mess up your braces, such as caramels, nuts, or sticky chewy candy.
- Pasta or rice dishes.
There is nothing quite like comfort food when you want to feel good inside. Since your teeth are probably sore, you may want to eat comforting but still easy-to-chew foods. A few of our favorite suggestions to our pasta lovers is to have a delicious carb-filled meal to celebrate their new braces or Invisalign, such as Mac and cheese, spaghetti Bolognese, lobster or cheese ravioli, or a fettuccini alfredo. For our rice lovers, try a comforting bowl of Arroz con pollo, chicken fricassee, Cajun-style red beans, rice, or a warm risotto. The possibilities are endless, but keep in mind that the food is soft, so if you have proteins, make sure that they do not require much chewing, or it may be a bit painful.
- Soups or stews.
Soups or stews are another favorite meal after starting braces or Invisalign, as they are comforting and very easy to chew. A few of our favorite recommendations are tomato soup, lentil soup, or pumpkin soup. If you want something heartier, try chicken soup or chili. Just keep in mind that you want to have softer foods, so don’t get a soup with big chunks of beef or chicken that is hard to chew.