Orthodontics in Agoura Hills
Orthodontic treatment does more than straighten a smile. Moving teeth into better alignment can make them easier to brush and floss and can improve how your upper and lower teeth meet when you bite and chew. At 805 Dentistry, we provide general orthodontics for children and adults, and many of the families we care for travel from Agoura Hills to our Thousand Oaks office for braces, clear aligners, and retainers.
Our orthodontic care is offered as Orthodontics (General), which means it is delivered within our general dental practice rather than through a separate specialty office. For Agoura Hills patients, that brings real convenience. Your orthodontic visits, cleanings, exams, and other dental care can all take place with the same team, in the same office, under Dr. Dar Radfar's leadership. We describe ourselves as a one-stop shop for the whole family's dental care, and orthodontics is part of that.
Because we file orthodontic insurance claims as a General Practitioner, your benefits are handled the same way as the rest of your general dental care with us. When you are coordinating appointments for several family members, having everything in one place can save time and reduce the back-and-forth between offices.
We offer more than one approach to straightening teeth, so treatment can fit your needs and your daily routine. Our orthodontic options include:
- Traditional metal braces, a time-tested option for moving teeth into alignment
- Clear aligners, including Invisalign, which use a series of removable trays
- Retainers, including for patients who completed orthodontic treatment elsewhere
- Transfer care for patients who began treatment with another provider
Metal braces stay on the teeth for the full course of treatment and are adjusted at regular visits. Clear aligners are removed for eating and cleaning, which many adults and teens appreciate. During your consultation, we talk through the differences and help you decide which option suits your situation.
Who is a good candidate for orthodontics?
Both children and adults can be good candidates for orthodontic treatment. We treat patients of all ages, so a parent and child from Agoura Hills can often receive care from the same team.
People seek orthodontics for many reasons, including crowded or crooked teeth, gaps, and bites that do not line up properly. Some patients have moved to the area partway through treatment and need someone to continue their care, and we accept orthodontic transfer patients. Others finished braces years ago and simply need a new retainer, which we also provide even if your original treatment was done somewhere else. The best way to find out whether treatment makes sense for you is an exam with our team.
What does the orthodontic process involve?
The process begins with an evaluation of your teeth and bite, followed by a discussion of your goals and the treatment options available to you. From there, we recommend an approach and explain what to expect.
If you choose braces, they are placed on your teeth and adjusted at follow-up appointments over the course of treatment. If you choose clear aligners, you wear a series of trays that gradually shift your teeth, switching to new trays as treatment progresses. In both cases, regular visits let us monitor how your teeth are moving. Since we also provide cleanings and exams, we can keep an eye on your overall oral health throughout your orthodontic care.
What happens after braces or aligners come off?
After active treatment ends, you will wear a retainer to help hold your teeth in their new positions. Wearing your retainer as directed is an important part of protecting the results of your treatment.
We provide retainers for our own orthodontic patients and for patients treated elsewhere. If your retainer is lost, broken, or no longer fits, we can help. Ongoing cleanings and exams with our team also support healthy teeth and gums for years after treatment.
How can I pay for orthodontic treatment?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. These options make it easier for Agoura Hills families to plan for orthodontic care.
Because our orthodontic claims are filed as a General Practitioner, coverage depends on your specific plan, and our team can help you understand how your benefits apply. If you do not have insurance or prefer to pay directly, we can discuss self-pay options, and financing can help spread the cost of treatment over time. To get started, contact 805 Dentistry to schedule an orthodontic consultation for yourself or your child.