Please complete the medical history questionnaire before your visit to help us prepare for you.
Prepare for Your Visit
Take some time to review your forms and any instructions in your welcome email.
This ensures your first appointment runs smoothly and we can focus on your treatment options.
Your First Appointment
At your initial visit, we will:
Take any necessary X-rays and photos on-site using our advanced digital imaging
Review your medical history and perform a thorough orthodontic examination
Discuss possible treatment options, timing, and costs
Answer any questions you may have so you can make an informed decision about your care
During Treatment
Once treatment begins, we’ll support you at every stage. From regular check-ups to managing your appliances, we’re here to make the process as smooth and comfortable as possible.
Regular Check-ups
You’ll visit us every 6-8 weeks to monitor your progress and adjust your braces, aligners, or appliances as needed.
Our team will make sure everything is tracking as planned and answer any questions you have.
Oral Hygiene & Care
We’ll show you how to clean your teeth and appliances properly during treatment.
Maintaining great hygiene helps ensure fast, healthy results.
Support and Adjustments
Some discomfort is normal after adjustments - our team will give you tips to manage it.
If anything breaks or feels off, we’re just a call away.
After Treatment
Treatment doesn’t end when the appliances come off. We’ll guide you through the next important steps -removal, retainers, and follow-up, to ensure your smile stays beautifully aligned for years to come.
Removal or Completion of Treatment
Once your teeth have moved into their ideal positions, we’ll schedule an appointment to carefully remove your braces.
We’ll review your results and ensure your smile is exactly where it should be before the removal.
Retainers and Care Plan
You’ll receive custom retainers designed to keep your teeth in place.
We’ll provide a detailed care plan on how and when to wear your retainers for the best long-term results.
Follow-Up and Communication
We schedule a 6-month follow-up consultation after your orthodontic treatment to review your teeth and answer any questions. Additional follow-up appointments are also available over the following three years to support ongoing care.
If you were referred by a dentist, we’ll communicate with them to coordinate ongoing dental care.
You’ll be given a post-treatment summary outlining your care plan and how to manage your retainer.
Orthodontic Appointments That Fit Your Life
At Smiles For Life, our appointment times work around your busy life. For appointments such as routine checkups, we have availability out of school hours.
For us, orthodontics isn’t just about straightening teeth, it’s about creating real, lasting confidence. Many of our patients are referred by family and friends, and some families have trusted us for two or three generations. At Smiles for Life, you’ll be greeted with a warm smile every visit and leave with one too.
Schedule your next dental appointment effortlessly, We will contact you to confirm your request or change the time or day if unavailable.
Dr. Jeff Lipshatz
87 Hawthorn Rd, Caulfield VIC 3161, Australia
Onsite parking available from Northcote Avenue
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