The Top 10 Things You Must Know ... - Braces & Invisalign · T T 10 T Y w efor Your. Orthodontist! 973-437-5698 Smile Solutions Orthodontics 4. 1.Do They Have Extensive Experience?

Dr. Christopher Chung

The Top 10 Things You MustKnow Before Choosing Your

Orthodontist

Smile Solutions Orthodontics

The Top 10 Things You Must Know Before Choosing Your Orthodontist!

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My team and I at Smile Solutions Orthodontics firmly believe that a patient’s comfort and health is paramount to everything else. We also realize that what is right for one patient isn’t necessarily the best choice for another. If you are currently searching for an orthodontist for yourself, your child, or another loved one, I hope my report, “The Top 10 Things You Should Know Before Choosing Your Orthodontist.” helps you to identify your own priori-ties and questions to ask a potential new doctor.

The authority and expertise that Smiles Solutions Orthodontics provides are significant benefits of our practice, but what really sets us apart from other northeast New Jersey orthodontic offices is our passion for helping people. We provide our patients not only with reliable and top-quality orthodontics but also with exceptional and honest care in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

In writing this report, I considered the advice I would give my own family if they lived too far for me to treat them myself. The questions I recommend asking here are the ten most important characteristics to look for in a new or-thodontist. When you find an orthodontic office that can provide everything I’ve listed here, then you have likely found a care provider who can help you obtain your healthiest smile without straining your budget or causing you unnecessary discomfort. If you would like to know more about any of the information I’ve included here, feel free to call my friendly and knowledgeable team at 973-437-5698 We are here for you!

To Your Healthiest Smile,


P.S. When you have finished this report, I invite you to schedule your FREE Smile Solutions Assessment, which includes a discussion of your goals, digital x-rays, a thorough exam, and consultation – a $375 value FREE! You can call 973-437-5698 to speak with one of our friendly team members.

Welcome Letter from Dr. Chung



Table of Contents

WelcomeLetterFromDr.ChristopherChung................................................................................................... 2

1. DoTheyHaveExtensiveExperience?.......................................................................................................... 4

2. DoTheyProvideAFreeNewPatientExam?.............................................................................................. 5

3. AreTheyAward-Winning?.............................................................................................................................. 6

4. DoTheyUseAdvancedTechnology?........................................................................................................... 7

5. AreTheyHighlyRatedOnline?...................................................................................................................... 8

6. DoTheyOfferALifetimeGuarantee?.......................................................................................................... 9

7. DoTheyOfferVirtuallyNoWaitTimes?....................................................................................................10

8. DoTheyOfferSame-DayAppointments&Starts?.................................................................................11

9. DoTheyOfferSaturdayorEveningAppointments?...............................................................................12

10.AreTheyTrustedAndRecommendedByLocalDentists?.....................................................................13

11.Bonus:DoTheyOfferFlexibleFinancing?.................................................................................................14

ClosingLetterfromDr.ChristopherChung......................................................................................................15



1. Do They Have Extensive Experience?

When it comes to the health and aesthetics of your smile, having experience is key. Some questions to ask a potential or-thodontist include how long they have been practicing, how many patients they have helped, and whether their experience includes providing a variety of treatments instead of simply the same one over and over. You should also consider whether they attend continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with modern advancements in the dental health care field.

Also, keep in mind that while all orthodontists are dentists, not all dentists are orthodontists. In fact, only 6% of dentists have undergone the years of extra training required to become an orthodontist. To be sure your orthodontist is indeed the special-ist you’re seeking, look for the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) seal.

At Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we have transformed more than 12,000 patients’ lives and smiles since 2000 in northeast New Jersey through a wide variety of orthodontic treatments. Extensive experience allows our doctor to provide expert, pro-fessional care that matches each patient’s unique needs. Our orthodontist’s professional associations include:

• American Association of Orthodontists

• American Dental Association

• New Jersey Dental Association

Our vision is to provide world-class, five-star service that is exceptionally better than the norm where patients are wowed by the experience, made possible by exceptional employees who perform to the highest level with a sense of ownership.

Our purpose is our patients. Our patients’ well-being is always our priority and we do our utmost to deliver a five-star service with an outstanding quality of orthodontics.

We are patient-centered in everything that we do and in every decision we make. We will deliver what we promise and in the process make you a raving fan from start to finish.



2. Do They Provide A Free New Patient Exam?

Most orthodontists offer free examinations for new patents so that you and your family can get expert advice about treat-ment needs, options, and timing before making this important investment. During your first exam and consultation, be sure your questions are being answered, concerns addressed, and you are being educated about all your treatment options. The orthodontist should also include digital photos during the exam at no charge.

We are happy to offer a FREE Smile Solutions Assessment which includes:

• Discussion Of Your Goals

• Digital X-Rays

• Complete Oral Exam

• In-Depth Consultation

A $375 Value - Yours for FREE!

During your assessment, our team will be happy to answer all your questions about our orthodontic treatments, our award-winning, multilingual office, our lifetime guarantee, and anything else you may want to know about us! To schedule your appointment, call us at 973-437-5698



3. Are They Award-Winning?

When you’re considering a potential orthodontist, ask if he or she has been awarded recognition for skill, expertise, or excep-tional customer service. When a reputable organization or magazine takes the time to highlight a particular orthodontic office over all other providers, this signals that your orthodontist is one of the best in the area.

Ideally, you should find an orthodontist with a longstanding and excellent reputation. Using the Internet today, it is easy to see ratings and reviews from actual patients. Simply go to Google, and search for orthodontist ratings and reviews within your community. Many businesses are working harder than ever to keep their customers happy because bad reviews are never good. Though these ratings and reviews aren’t the be-all end-all, they certainly do help people like you who are in the re-search phase of finding an orthodontist.

At Smile Solutions Orthodontics, our core purpose is to ensure your comfort and happiness from the moment you walk through our doors. We are proud to announce that our efforts to provide the best orthodontic care possible has been recog-nized by our peers and we have received the following awards:

• Chosen as New Jersey’s Top Dentist by New Jersey Magazine (as voted by professional peers) for 9 consecutive years:2010 - 2018

• Named one of New Jersey’s Favorite Kids’ Doctors by New Jersey Family Magazine

• Featured on NJ Channel 12 about SureSmile Technology

To see how our award-winning orthodontic care can help you schedule your FREE Smile Solutions Assessment today!



4. Do They Use Advanced Technology?

Technology plays an important role in orthodontics and is essential for diagnostics, efficient treatment, number of visits, com-fort, and accuracy. Incredible advances have been made in recent years, too. This is why it’s important to find out whether your potential orthodontist uses the latest technology for your benefit.

Here at Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we employ numerous state-of-the-art technologies to ensure that our patients can enjoy treatments that are more comfortable, more efficient, and free of unnecessary complication. These include:

• 3D Digital X-Rays and Impressions with iTero – The iTero digital scanner replaces two older diagnostic methods in a singlestep! Thanks to iTero, your diagnostic experience is healthier, more comfortable, and more reliable!

• I-CAT® 3D Imaging - The most advanced 3D digital X-ray available to dental professionals, the i-CAT FLX allows us toproduce diagnostic records of our patients’ teeth with incredible accuracy, along with the supporting bones, jaws, and jawjoints.

• Advanced Braces – We offer advanced braces that utilize highly innovative technologies including Invisalign, Damonself-ligating braces, and SureSmile technology,

• Accelerated Braces Options – Accelerated options such as AcceleDent and Propel provide easy-to-use non-invasive waysto expedite treatment – up to 50% faster.



5. Are They Highly Rated Online?

While word of mouth is still important, the internet has a lot of different review websites and membership associations that businesses can be a part of to ensure their reputation is a good one. Many businesses are working harder than ever to keep their customers happy because bad reviews are never good.

Here at Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we are thrilled to say that our experienced team and office have consistently re-ceived 5-star reviews on HealthGrades, Google, Yelp, and Facebook from happy, satisfied patients.

Experience our highly-rated orthodontic care for yourself by scheduling your FREE Smile Solutions Assessment today - we can’t wait to help you achieve your best smile!



6. Do They Offer A Lifetime Guarantee?

Did you know that less than 10% of orthodontists offer any type of guarantee and those who do typically load it up with dis-claimers, loopholes, and restrictions? In addition, most guarantees are only good during the time of treatment. So once your braces are off or treatment is done, you’re on your own.

When an orthodontist offers a guarantee, not only does this ensure that they do a good job, but it also helps safeguard your treatment and offers peace of mind. Orthodontists should offer a solid guarantee to make sure you know that you come first no matter what – because your satisfaction and health are of the utmost importance. Whether you’re researching orthodon-tists for yourself or a loved one, a guarantee should be included in all treatment options.

Here at Smile Solutions Orthodontics, your smile is backed by our Lifetime Guarantee, which means we will make sure your smile will last a lifetime! If you are unsatisfied because your teeth have shifted, for whatever reason, we offer retreatment for only small monthly service charges. Even if you come in years later for retreatment, you will not be charged the full fee to get re-treated. Any necessary diagnostic records or x-rays will be provided at no cost to you. Additionally, the installation and removal of braces are covered by our guarantee.

Our goal is to make achieving your best smile as easy and hassle-free for you as possible! Ask for more information about our Lifetime Guarantee during your initial exam and complimentary consultation with our experienced team.



7. Do They Offer Virtually No Wait Times?

Everyone is busy these days and the last thing you need is to end up waiting 20-30 minutes at the orthodontist’s office, dis-rupting your schedule for the rest of the day. Having to wait usually means the office overbooked their appointments, rather than implementing flexibility in their schedule.

In your search for an orthodontist, ask if they offer flexible hours and short wait times. With today’s technology and hectic, fast-paced world, any successful practice needs to run efficiently. Not doing so will leave patients feeling anxious, put off, and unappreciated.

Here at Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we place great value on your time. We know you have a million other things to do and that your time is precious. We excel in patient care and that includes ensuring we don’t overlap appointments or double book. We offer convenient appointment times and keep them running on time, so you will experience virtually no wait times. That is our promise to you.



8. Do They Offer Same-Day Appointments & Starts?

Some orthodontic offices make you wait weeks or even months before you can be seen for your initial appointment. When you make the decision to explore your orthodontic treatment options, having to wait that long can be a hassle. The time you must wait for your first appointment can also be an indication of how available your doctor will be if any problems or emer-gencies arise during your or your loved one’s treatment. Avoid all these issues by opting for an orthodontic office with an accessible schedule and reasonable wait times for appointments.

At Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we are pleased to offer same-day appointments for new patients. That means if you wish, you can be seen for an evaluation on the same day that you call us! In addition, we also provide the option to begin treatment on the same day as your initial evaluation. By offering same-day appointments, we put your scheduling needs ahead of our own – and by offering same-day treatment starts, we save you money by eliminating the cost of a second appointment!



9. Do They Offer Saturday or Evening Appointments?

Our weekday lives are filled with work, school, sports, extracurricular activities, homework, networking, errands, and more. Is it any wonder why so many people put off seeing their orthodontist because they can’t find the time during the week? And these days, missing school or taking off work often means falling behind with homework or having to make up for lost time by working on weekends.

In your search for the right orthodontist, be sure to ask about their appointment hours. Are they flexible enough to offer weekend hours, knowing that weekday schedules are usually very full? If not, it might be in your best interest to keep looking around for an orthodontist who keeps their patients’ busy schedules in mind, rather than their own.

At Smile Solutions Orthodontics, we know how busy parents and kids are during the week. We have children, too, and often have to find time to see their doctors during the week. That’s why we’re only too happy to offer convenient Saturday appoint-ments. As a patient-focused practice, it’s just one more way we are committed to making our patients’ lives easier.



10. Are They Trusted And Recommended By Dentists?

There is probably no greater compliment than a referral by someone associated with your industry. When local dentists in the area recommend a particular orthodontist over all others, they are staking their own reputations on that recommendation. That is why a recommendation by dentists is one of the highest accolades an orthodontic office can receive.

Therefore, when you are looking for an orthodontist, take the time to find out whether a particular doctor gets many referrals from local dentists. You can ask the potential orthodontist’s office directly when you speak with them, or you can look up reviews online to find out what other dental professionals are saying about a particular doctor.

Our orthodontist at Smile Solutions Orthodontics frequently meets new patients who have been referred by their family den-tist. Our reputation for quality treatment, state-of-the-art technology, and a patient-focused, friendly, welcoming atmosphere has made Dr. Chung and Smile Solutions Orthodontics an easy choice for dentist referrals. Contact us today to see how we can help you!

“I have been referring my patients and my family members to Dr. Chung for more than 10 years. Both my patients and I have been more than pleased with the skilled care and judgment he and his staff show with all their treatment. I feel that he is the area’s best orthodontist.“

Dr. Matthew Horn General Dentist – Union, NJ



Bonus: Do They Offer Flexible Financing?

We realize this report is supposed to be the “Top 10 Things You Must Know Before Choosing Your Orthodontist,” but we just couldn’t leave out some important payment tips to look for when choosing an orthodontist. Once you have chosen an orthodontist you are comfortable with and know which orthodontist you want to treat you or your child, the next questions will be: “How much is this going to cost and how am I going to pay for this?”

Smile Solutions Orthodontics understands that cost can be a big issue when it comes to braces and orthodontic treatment. We want to make treatment easy and affordable for you or your loved one once you walk through the doors of our office. That’s why our fees are comparable for metal braces, clear braces, or Invisalign. Our prices are comprehensive with no hidden fees and no additional charges down the road.

We offer flexible payment options including in-house financing at 0% interest and extended payment plans with low down payments to make it easier for you to afford the treatment you or your family members need.

We proudly accept most insurance plans and we’ll even handle the insurance verification and submission to maximize insur-ance benefit payments and minimize your out-of-pocket charge. If you don’t have insurance, we will work with you to give you the most affordable fee for your budget.

Additionally, if you have multiple family members undergoing treatment with us, you can take advantage of our family dis-count - call 973-437-5698 for more details about our flexible financing options!



Dear Friend,

I hope this report was informative! If you’ve already seen another orthodontist, I encourage you to follow up with them with any new questions or concerns based on what you’ve learned today. Additionally, I invite you to take advan-tage of our FREE Smile Solutions Assessment for you or your child – whether it’s for your first consultation or for a second opinion.

At Smile Solutions Orthodontics we understand that there is much to con-sider when choosing an orthodontist. In fact, I’m sure I could have doubled the length of this report! I’m confident, though, that the information you have now will help you choose the right northeast New Jersey orthodontist for your needs. More importantly, please know that my staff and I are available to answer your questions and help you find the best options for you and your loved ones.

If you have any questions for me or my team at Smile Solutions Orthodontics, feel free to call us at 973-437-5698 and we will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Sincerely,


P.S. Don’t forget to schedule your FREE Smile Solutions Assessment, which includes a discussion of your goals, digital x-rays, a thorough exam, and consultation – a $375 value FREE! You can call 973-437-5698 to speak with one of our friendly team members.

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