I first received braces in 2001, after being told by several orthodontists that it would be necessary for me to receive maxillofacial (jaw breaking) surgery in excess of $20K in order to begin treatment.
I had an extreme open bite, crowding, and an overbite, and could not afford to receive such treatment. I went to Dr. Smith, as a last resort. Dr. Smith took X-Rays of my teeth, and examined them initially, telling me yes, such surgery was an option, but for me it was completely unnecessary.
He recommended four tooth extractions to begin the orthodontic process. An adjacent tooth needed a root canal, however, and he recommended we remove that tooth, instead of one he originally wanted remove, to ease the burden of cost. (A saving of hundreds of dollars!)
I went on to receive treatment through his practice, and wore my rubberbands, brushed, and flossed as required for accelerated progress. My braces were off in 2 years, as he predicted, and I have been complimented on my teeth by strangers, and even dentists ever since!!
I couldn't be more thankful to him for being such a kind individual who truly cares about the fair treatment of his patients, and of course for doing such a wonderful job on my teeth!
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