NO REFERRAL NECESSARY
First Visit - Initial Consultation
At the first visit Dr Coveney will review your medical history and complete a full oral examination. He will discuss what options he feels are appropriate for you, when treatment could commence, the estimated duration and approximate cost of treatment.
This appointments allows you to ask questions or raise any concerns your may have.
If you wish to proceed with treatment, appointments will be arranged for the collection of pre-treatment records. If it is too early to commence treatment, we will arrange a review appointment for a later date to assess growth.
Things you may wish to discuss at your Initial Consultation
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Do I need braces?
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What are the alternatives?
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Are there any advantages or disadvantages to treatment?
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Is this the right time to start treatment?
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Should we consider early treatment or delaying treatment?
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Do you think extraction of teeth are necessary in this case?
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How long will braces be worn?
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Will retention appliances be worn after braces are removed?
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What are retention appliances and how long will I wear them?
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What are the patients responsibilities during and after treatment?
Please feel free to ask as many questions as you need to understand why treatment is being recommended. You may even wish to take notes during your consultation.
If the patient may be moving away within the next 3 years (to university for example) please mention this to Dr Coveney as this may effect treatment.